Breast Lift

The breast lift is performed under anesthesia, which means you should be completely pain-free. Post-surgery, patients have reported chest tightness, soreness, swelling, and bruising, which generally abate within a few weeks. Patients are encouraged to wear their compression garments and follow post-operative instructions for the smoothest possible recovery.

Patients will be asked to return to the practice after a week to monitor recovery and to remove any sutures or redress bandages. At every follow-up appointment, Dr. Chopra will let you know when they would like to see you next.

Most swelling should resolve within a few weeks of surgery, but residual swelling may continue for several weeks or a little longer. It takes the breasts up to a year to settle into their final position.

Scarring is inevitable, but it is generally well-hidden in the natural creases of the breast. Over time, scars will fade, although they may remain visible, especially if a more extensive incision is needed.

Breast lift scars typically follow the pattern of the incisions made by the surgeon. These may be located: 

• Around the areola (circle around the nipple).
• Vertically down from the areola to the breast crease.
• Along the breast crease (in cases of more significant sagging).

The scars are permanent but tend to fade and become less noticeable over time. They are typically well-hidden in the breast’s natural contours.

While breast lift scars will not completely disappear, they will gradually fade and become less noticeable over time. Most patients are satisfied with the appearance of their scars, especially since they are usually hidden in the breast’s natural contours. Proper post-surgery care and scar treatments can help minimize their appearance.

Patients are recommended to avoid strenuous activities, including exercise, for up to six weeks after surgery. They can walk starting the day of surgery to prevent blood clots and maintain mobility, but anything beyond that is discouraged.

As stated above, many patients consider combining a breast lift in Washington, D.C. with augmentation because it provides the added advantage of lifting sagging breasts and increasing their size and fullness. Conversely, a lift with reduction can alleviate discomfort from overly large breasts while improving their position and shape. If you are interested in altering the size of your breasts, please mention this to the surgeon during the initial consultation so that they can include that in your surgical plan.

Overall, a breast lift is a safe surgery with minimal risks, but since your health and safety are our highest priority, we feel it’s important to share some potential postoperative side effects:

• Anesthesia issues
• Asymmetry
• Bleeding
• Bruising
• Delayed healing
• Discomfort
• Hematoma
• Necrosis
• Nerve damage
• Nipple sensitivity
• Poor wound healing
• Scarring
• Swelling
• Temporary numbness
  

If you experience any long-lasting or unexpected reactions, please call us at Chopra Cosmetic Surgery immediately.

Patients are recommended to research the best-reviewed breast lift surgeons in the greater Washington, D.C. area, focusing on their education, certifications, years of service, and patient reviews. Furthermore, patients should schedule an in-person consultation with the surgeon to experience their bedside manners and ask any questions about the procedure. Finally, as always, patients are reminded to always pay attention to their intuition about a healthcare provider.