Breast Lift Philadelphia - Mastopexy

Mastopexy, or the procedure best known as the ‘Breast Lift,’ reconstructs the breast structure so that excess fat and skin is removed, tightening the breast tissues, giving it a ‘lifted’ appearance. The procedure is typically performed in order to reverse the devastating effects of pregnancy, breastfeeding and dramatic weight loss, which can leave the breasts lacking volume, shape and symmetry. Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon Dr. Robert J. Mirabile performs the Breast Lift procedure for patients who also seek mastopexy surgery to address the tissue surrounding the nipple, or areola, which oftentimes becomes stretched due to the same effects.

Is it right for me?

As with any cosmetic enhancement surgery, you should first consider your motivations for surgery to be sure that you’re choosing surgery for yourself and not to fulfill someone else’s’ desires or expectations of you or your body. It is a very personal matter and any decision for surgery should come after careful consideration of all the facts and emotions involved.

The breast lift may be a good option for you if you:

* Maintain good physical health and weight
* Don’t smoke
* Have realistic expectations
* Are bothered by the lack of fullness and shape of your breasts
* Perceive your nipples pointing downward
* Have stretch marks from lack of elasticity
* Have uneven or asymmetrical breasts

What to expect during your consultation

In order to create the best possible results from your breast augmentation surgery, it is important that your surgeon consult with you to discuss your desires and expectations, as well as how breast augmentation surgery will impact your health, lifestyle and general well-being. It is a good idea to prepare by considering the following before your consultation:

* General medical history, including any genetic propensity for breast cancer, results of previous mammogram’s and any previous surgeries
* A detailed account of current prescription medications, supplements (vitamins or others) that you take
* Any use of tobacco or other drugs
* What are your motivations for surgery? What are your expectations?

At the consultation, your surgeon will also:

* Evaluate your current health
* Examine the condition of your pre-operative breasts for size, shape and irregularities, including the extent of sagging and photograph your breasts
* Based on the information gathered, your surgeon will discuss your surgical options and recommend a course of treatment
* Disclose the risk of common complications associated with breast augmentation surgery and the use of anesthesia
* Cover what to do the day of surgery
* Cover post-operative care and recovery
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