So, you’re thinking about undergoing a breast reduction procedure. But have you considered a breast reduction and lift?
That was actually a trick question because the truth is, basically all breast reductions involve a breast lift. The excess skin is removed, and the breasts are repositioned higher up on the chest wall. This combination can reduce breast size while improving their breast shape and position.
Many women opt for this surgery to alleviate discomfort caused by overly large breasts and to restore a more youthful appearance. This article will discuss the benefits of this procedure and what you can expect from it.
What Is a Breast Reduction and Lift?
A breast reduction and lift combines two surgical techniques. Excess breast tissue and skin are removed to reduce the size of the breasts, and the remaining tissue is reshaped and lifted to a higher position.
This procedure improves both the appearance and the physical comfort of the breasts. It can address issues such as sagging, asymmetry, and physical pain and discomfort caused by overly large breasts. Ultimately, it offers patients both aesthetic and functional benefits.
Why Choose a Breast Reduction and Lift?
Relieves Physical Discomfort
Relieves Physical DiscomfortOverly large breasts can cause chronic neck pain, back pain, and skin irritation beneath the breast fold. Removing excess tissue and reshaping the breasts can significantly reduce these problems, making everyday activities much more manageable.
Improves Breast Appearance
It also enhances the shape and position of the breasts, addressing sagging caused by genetics, aging, weight loss, or pregnancy. By lifting and reshaping the breasts, it creates a more youthful and proportionate look, boosting the patient’s confidence.
Enhances Mobility and Lifestyle
With smaller, lighter breasts, patients often find physical activities such as exercise and simple walking much easier. This can lead to improvements in overall health and well-being.
How Is a Breast Reduction and Lift Performed?
A breast reductio and lift is typically performed under general anesthesia. Your plastic surgeon will make several incisions, leaving the nipple area intact. They will then remove excess breast tissue, skin, and glandular tissue to achieve the desired breast size.
Each breast reduction incision is carefully placed to minimize visible scarring—usually around the areola and along the breast crease. The remaining tissue is reshaped, and the breasts are lifted to a more youthful position. Patients may need to wear a surgical bra to support the healing process.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Breast Reduction and Lift?
A patient who is a good candidate for this surgery:
Experiences Physical Discomfort
There are various signs you need a breast reduction. Most importantly, patients with chronic neck pain, back pain, or skin irritation caused by overly large breasts are ideal candidates. This surgery can relieve these issues and improve daily life.
Has Realistic Expectations
Candidates should have a clear understanding of what this breast procedure can achieve. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon ensures realistic expectations.
Is in Good Health
Patients should be in good overall health to reduce surgical risks. Providing a thorough medical history will help your surgeon assess suitability.
Seeks a More Youthful Appearance
Candidates often desire smaller, firmer breasts with improved shape and position. The procedure also corrects breast asymmetry in one or both breasts.
Other Breast Reduction Options
Here are a few other options to consider before your breast reduction.
Breast Reduction and Fat Transfer
This combines breast reduction with fat grafting to improve shape and fullness. Fat from other areas of the body is used to enhance contours (not to increase size in this case).
Breast Reduction and Nipple Size Adjustment
For patients seeking additional refinement, this option reduces nipple size and improves placement during the procedure.
Breast Reduction and Liposuction
Liposuction is sometimes used alongside a breast reduction to target excess fat and refine contours.
Breast Lift and Reduction Cost & Procedure FAQs
Are there breast reduction weight requirements?
While there are no hard-and-fast breast reduction weight requirements, it is important that you are in good health prior to this or any other plastic surgery.
Therefore, if, based on your BMI and other health metrics, your surgeon deems you to be too unhealthy for the procedure, they may not clear you for surgery, and losing weight moving forward may help make you a better candidate. Every individual is unique. It’s best to book a consultation to learn more.
How much does a breast reduction and lift cost?
How much does a breast reduction and lift cost?The cost of a breast lift and reduction can be calculated once you book a consultation appointment and your surgeon has time to assess your anatomy, medical history, and goals. Call to book a consultation appointment with board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ashley Steinberg today.
Will I have visible scars after the procedure?
Scars are inevitably, but breast reduction scars are typically placed in low visibility areas: around the areola or along the breast crease.
Are there weight requirements for breast reduction surgery?
Breast reduction weight requirements depend on the patient’s health and surgical goals. A consultation with your surgeon will determine eligibility.
Can this surgery help with neck pain?
Yes, this procedure is often recommended to relieve neck pain caused by the weight of overly large breasts.
Request to Book a Consultation Today
Ready to learn more about breast reduction and lift surgery? Call today to schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ashley Steinberg!
