Breast Lift after Weight Loss

After you take off the tons (sorry, I meant pounds!), there are still some problems with your body, and some of them involve your sagging bust. Do you remember that song, "Do your boobs hang low?"

Yes, it's a stupid, juvenile kids' song, but it has a kernel of truth for those of us who have just lost the weight. Sure, you want them big and full. But you don't want them hanging around your belt buckle.

Your bust can also sag due to the effects of gravity, pregnancy and breast feeding. A breast lift can return it to its former position, creating a more youthful appearance. This is why so many women choose to get a breast lift after weight loss.

The Problem - Ptosis
It's wonderful when you've finally lost all that weight. The problem is that the skin of your breasts loses its elasticity when you put on weight. It is actually a medical condition called "ptosis."

Unfortunately, the skin doesn't snap back to its original state when you lose the pounds. You are left with extra skin and tissue that you don't need. Droopy boobs can damage your self esteem and keep you dreaming about how wonderful they COULD have been. Let's get rid of those pre-weight loss leftovers right away.

The Firm Breast Solution - Mastopexy
Plastic surgery can help, and mastopexy is the answer. Unfortunately, breast augmentation has a negative image associated with it. Gradually, this is changing as more and more women choose mastopexy to add the finishing touch to their total weight loss program. Augmentation isn't just for shallow (but really attractive!) movie stars anymore.

There are several different types of mastopexy procedures. Most involve making several tiny incisions and tightening the areas of skin around the areola (the dark area around the nipple). Your plastic surgeon will do some readjusting underneath, tightening this and removing that. The idea is to get your bust flatter, more natural looking, and sag-less.

A good plastic surgeon will make the smallest incisions possible so that scarring doesn't show. Cuts are made following the natural shape of the bust to minimize visible scarring. The procedure takes just a couple of hours, using general anesthesia. You'll be finished and heading home in no time.

You'll have some pain for the first few days, and you won't have complete feeling in your breasts for several weeks. The recovery period is short as long as you follow your doctor's instructions. You're almost as good as new in 2 to 3 weeks, and in 6 to 8 weeks you will be totally back to normal, with full feeling in your breasts.

I'm Ready for My Breast Lift... What Do I Do?
The first step is to go in for a consultation. Talk to a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon in your area. See pictures of their work, with before and after photos. They will tell you all of the risks involved, and you can ask them any questions that you have. Go to a plastic surgeon today and get those breasts lifted back to where they should be.