Breast Lift in Dallas, TX

Mastopexy (known as a breast lift) is a body contouring procedure that recontours the breasts by trimming away loose skin and surgically tightening the remaining tissue to result in a more youthful and healthier look. This life-changing surgery is performed for women who have lost breast firmness, size, and shape and who are experiencing breast drooping due to aging, significant weight loss, or nursing. Outstanding advancements in mastopexy techniques have made this procedure so effective and successful that new statistics by the ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) reveal nearly a 70% increase in demand since 2000. Dr. Phillip Dauwe, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Dallas, TX, performs this procedure at Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery. By utilizing the latest methods, Dr. Dauwe can choose the appropriate technique based upon the degree of sag present, keeping in mind the desired result.

A breast lift tailored to your specific needs and goals by Dr. Dauwe has multiple aesthetic and functional benefits, including:

• Lifting the breasts for a younger, perkier look
• Reducing sagging and drooping
• Improving the fullness, form, and overall aesthetics of the breasts
• Correcting breast asymmetry (one breast is different than the other)
• Enhancing breast firmness
• Reducing irritation under the breasts
• Resizing and reshaping the areolas

You may come to Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery wanting breast implants, but after a private assessment, you may discover that breast lift surgery is a better option. This may be due to the amount of loose skin, sagging, or low nipple position. Breasts that have lost elasticity usually need skin removal and tightening surgery to reduce skin looseness and bring the breasts to a perkier position. If you have nipples that droop downward and your breasts sag significantly below the fold at the bottom of your breast, a breast lift can dramatically help their appearance. If you are contemplating a breast lift, you need to be in good health and at a good weight.

A breast lift takes usually 1.5 - 2 hours and is performed while the patient is under general anesthesia. The duration of this treatment is dependent on the nature of breast size and sagging. The surgical technique used for a breast lift typically falls into two categories — the technique is defined by the location and type of the incision. The inverted-T (known as an anchor) and the straight line vertical incisions are the most used methods. The incision is first completed, and any loose skin is removed along with fat and tissue that is not wanted. The skin is then tightened and the breasts are lifted to a more youthful position. In most situations, the size of the areola is reconstructed and reduced to be symmetric with the new placement and shape of the breast. At this point, an implant or a fat transfer can be placed in the breast if this was discussed with Dr. Dauwe ahead of surgery. If the lift is the only procedure being performed and if size and shape are a worry, augmentation surgery with implants can be implemented at a different date.

After the procedure, you will wear a medical compression bra to assist with swelling. No drains are used for this procedure. Typically, swelling usually dissipates within several days. Dr. Dauwe or a member of his team will provide in-depth home treatment care instructions to help with your healing process. Aesthetic results after a breast lift surgery will be apparent after a few weeks as the breasts become less swollen. Dr. Dauwe's patients consistently report that their breasts feel and appear natural.

How much does a breast lift cost?
During your initial appointment, Dr. Dauwe will assess your goals before creating your personal treatment plan. Following that, he can estimate your costs. When done well, a breast lift will significantly enhance your physical appearance so it is important to concentrate on having a skilled surgeon with years of training, like Dr. Dauwe. To help make surgery affordable, Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery will help you find low-interest financing.

Do I need a breast lift or breast implants?
Whether you should have a breast lift, implants, or both depends on your specific goals. Oftentimes, a breast lift will enhance the form and fullness of your breasts with no need for implants. Dr. Dauwe will evaluate your physical condition and also listen to your goals at your consultation, then make a decision about whether you would benefit from implants, a lift, or an augmentation plus a lift.

Will my nipples be moved?
Generally, the nipple-areola complex will be moved up in the breast lift. If your areolas are excessively large or stretched, then Dr. Dauwe can incorporate an areola reduction in your surgery. This may be discussed during your appointment so he can choose the ideal incision pattern to use in your breast lift.

How long will my results last?
With good care following surgery, your results can last for many years. Your breasts will still age normally, which means you could start to see loose and sagging skin in time. Factors such as significant weight loss or gain can change your results; therefore, it is best to stay at a steady weight following your breast lift. Pregnancy or breastfeeding following a breast lift may also alter your results, which is why Dr. Dauwe suggests patients wait until they are done having kids to get a breast lift.

Can a breast lift fix asymmetry?
A lift may improve asymmetry in your breasts if they're different in size, firmness, or level of sagging. Dr. Dauwe will evaluate the physical condition and appearance of your breasts in your consultation and talk about how a breast lift will be able to help you. In your surgery, he will adjust the tissue so your breasts are equal in position and size for symmetry.

Surgical breast lifting has transformed the lives of so many Dallas, TX women. If you have hanging, sagging breasts that interfere with your daily activities or that stop you from sporting the clothing styles you desire, a mastopexy at Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery may be the solution. When you have your initial consultation, a thorough breast assessment will be performed by Dr. Dauwe and your desired outcome will be discussed. We will establish a tailored plan for treatment to assist in transforming your breasts. We encourage you to contact Phillip Dauwe, M.D. Plastic Surgery and speak to a patient coordinator to schedule a consultation.