Breast lift
Breast lift
Breast in youthful shape and firmness
Breast lifts are a common topic for women of all ages. The shape and firmness of the breast change over time, which can lead to a loss of youthful appearance.
Most women want firmer breasts after pregnancies or severe weight loss. However, age-related sagging, congenital breast deformities, different breast shapes or nipples that are too large can also be reasons for a breast lift.
A breast lift is the process of removing excess skin and redistributing the breast tissue to make the breast shape firmer. In some cases, additional enlargement and elevation of the breast with implants or autologous fat may be necessary.
A tightening breast lift (mastopexy) can rejuvenate the female appearance with a beautiful breast profile.
Aesthetic breast
Aesthetic breast corrections?
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Sagging breasts and sagging breasts
Slightly sagging breasts are a natural condition that can occur in the course of life. If the breast tissue shifts significantly towards the belly button, this is referred to as sagging breasts or mastoptosis.
Sagging breasts can develop at a young age, for example during puberty. Pregnancies and major weight fluctuations are common causes. Genetic factors and the natural ageing process also play a role. There are four degrees of severity of mastoptosis, depending on how much the breasts have sagged.
What do women want from breast lifts?
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Are you dissatisfied with your sagging breasts and want a different shape?
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Do you want to be satisfied with your breasts again after your pregnancy?
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Do you want a beautiful cleavage?
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Do you suffer from excess skin in your bra?
Many women want a breast lift to make their breasts firmer and more shapely again after pregnancy, weight loss or due to genetic factors. They strive for a harmonious décolleté and want to reduce excess skin in the bra area. A breast lift aims to achieve an aesthetically pleasing result in order to boost a woman's self-esteem.
Breast lift method
The choice of incision technique depends on the shape and size of the breast, the desired extent of the reshaping and the surgical effort. The periareolar incision is gentle and leaves only a small scar, but it is only suitable for minor changes. For a greater tightening effect, the Lejour technique is recommended, which allows a strong change in breast volume and firm skin with T and L incisions.
A breast lift can be combined with a breast reduction or breast augmentation, depending on individual needs and wishes. In the minimally invasive breast lift method, a round incision is made around the nipple.
Breast lift in combination with breast augmentation
A breast lift (mastopexy) can be combined with breast augmentation, either using implants or lipofilling with the patient's own fatty tissue. This combination offers both an increase in breast volume and a firming effect.
A breast lift with implants can be useful for slightly sagging breasts in order to fill out the excess skin and lift the nipples. A breast lift without implants, on the other hand, involves removing excess skin, reshaping the breast tissue and lifting the nipples.
Before breast lift surgery
During a breast lift, the volume of the new breast is determined based on the existing breast soft tissue and can be supplemented with an implant if necessary. During the two-hour procedure, the breast is reshaped internally and the skin is tightened.
The incision is made around the areola and vertically below it. In some cases, an additional incision is required along the natural breast crease. The removal of tissue and skin also changes the position of the nipples. In order to achieve an aesthetic result, the areola is adjusted in relation to the new breast and the nipple is raised without affecting sensitivity or the ability to breastfeed.
Procedure of the operation
A breast lift is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes about 1-2 hours. Depending on the extent of the procedure, an inpatient stay of a few days may be recommended, although in some cases an outpatient procedure is also possible.
Risks and complications of a breast lift
Although the risks and complications of a breast lift are rare, they can occur. Possible problems include infections and bleeding, which can occur particularly in the first few days after the operation. However, these complications are very rare.
After breast lift surgery
After a breast lift, you can usually leave the day clinic on the same day. The next day you will have your first wound check, during which drains are removed and possible risks are checked. In the following weeks, you should wear a sports bra for stabilization and take appropriate care of your scars. The result of a breast lift alone is not permanent, as the breast is subject to the natural ageing process. A breast lift with an implant can lead to a longer-lasting result, as the implant provides a firmer structure.
Aftercare and behavior after a breast lift
After the breast lift, the breast is bandaged and protected with a support bra for four to six weeks. You should sleep on your back or slightly on your side. The suture material is removed after approx. ten to 14 days, after which you can shower and bathe again. Sport, UV radiation and visits to the solarium should be avoided for at least six weeks so as not to impair healing and scarring. The final result is visible after about six months, during which time the chest muscles should not be strained unnecessarily.
How much does a breast lift cost?
The costs for a breast lift are discussed in detail with the patient in advance. The flat rate includes anesthesia, use of the operating room, implants and all associated costs, but excludes the sports bra and any overnight costs. Please contact us for a detailed consultation.
If you are considering surgery for overly large breasts or pronounced sagging breasts, we can use our many years of experience to assess in which cases health insurance may cover part of the costs. Many women who wish to have an operation because their breasts are too small, too large or very saggy ask themselves this question. We will be happy to help you clarify this question based on our experience.
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Consultation in Cham (Zug) for breast treatment (augmentation, lifting, reduction, corrections). The consultation costs (CHF 250) will be deducted from the subsequent treatment.
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