Breast Lift/Uplift
The purpose of having a breast lift or uplift (Mastopexy) is to raise and reshape breasts which may have sagged in appearance due to age, significant loss in weight, or pregnancy.
What does the procedure involve?
Breast lifts are usually performed under general anesthetic, which is the preferred method for most surgeons, although in some cases local anesthetic (twilight surgery) may be used. In this instance the patient is heavily sedated.
There are various types of incisions which may be adopted by a surgeon depending on the extent of the work being done. Such incisions include the crescent shape; (whereby cuts are made in a moon shape above the areola) the T-shape; (cuts are made around the areola then vertically down and under the breast) the doughnut shape; (cuts are made around the areola) and the vertical shape (cuts are made around the areola and down the breast). With each of the above methods excess skin is cut away where the incision is made and the nipple is moved into a higher position. The incision is then stitched up.
What are the benefits and what are the risks?
Benefits
After surgery, breasts will be higher, firmer and more pert. Many women feel more confident and less self-conscious. The results are generally permanent though your breasts may sag again with age or if you put on weight or become pregnant.
Risks
Scarring can occur where the incisions have been made and the extent of scarring will depend on the type of technique adopted. For example the crescent shape incision produces less scarring than the T-shaped incision. As with all types of surgery infection is a possible risk of having a breast reduction, though this can usually be alleviated with antibiotics. If this occurs your scars may become wider, redder and more prominent. Another complication that may arise is a loss of sensation in the nipple area. In some instances women may be left with breasts that appear asymmetrical in appearance.
Is it the right procedure for me?
Many people opt for a breast uplift because their breasts have sagged or drooped and exercise has been unsuccessful in altering their shape.
How long does the procedure take?
The length of surgery can last up to two hours.
What happens after surgery?
You will be required to stay in hospital at least overnight and you will need to take a couple of weeks off work to rest. Physical exercise should be avoided for six weeks. When you go home you will be very sore, bruised and swollen. You will be wrapped with gauze bandage and have a surgical band over this. After approximately one week to fourteen days any stitches will be removed and you will have to wear a supportive, non-underwired bra for several more weeks after which the swelling will have gone down. Any scars may take several months for the pinkness to reduce.
How much is it likely to cost?
Prices can vary between £4,000 and £6,000
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Rachel on 07.06.2007 at 16:13 (Reply)
If you have one breast larger than the other, is it possible to have surgery to one breast, in order to make it the same size as the other one ?
Hi Rachel, in response to your question we have asked one of our pannel of experts, Christine Davis from MYA Cosmetic surgery. “Yes but you must be aware that it may feel firmer than your natural breast.” The best thing to do is book a consultation with a cosmetic surgery company. These are normally free and that way you can find out all the information you require.
celicA on 13.08.2007 at 20:40 (Reply)
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST FOR AN UPLIFT WITH IMPLANTS PLEASE?
Hi Celica,
At MYA we offer free consultation with the surgeon, who will tell you what procedure you are suitable for.
Then you can make an informed decision on which way to go.
The cost is appox. £5,900, this includes all costs, surgeon, hospital, anaesthetist and 5 years aftercare.
Always ask if we have any promotions on.
Sophie
rachael on 20.08.2007 at 19:47 (Reply)
hi this is rachael im just wondering if you could give me a price for a breast uplift and pinning would i be able to pay on finance the problem with my breasts are that i have had three children and they have started to sag, im breast are currently a size 42E. it will be great if you could get back in touch.
Hi Rachael,
Uplift surgery gathers up all the existing breast tissue and takes away the excess skin causing the drop.
The cost of an uplift (mastopexy) is 5,500 pounds without an implant.
This includes everything.
MYA offer free consultations and we have very good finance packages.
Hope this helps.
Sophie
Gemma on 29.08.2007 at 10:11 (Reply)
Hi,
I have read quite a bit online about different types of breast uplift procedure, and I have read that a “doughnut mastopexy” can give good results on smaller sagging breasts, with less scarring. Do MYA surgeons ever carry out this type of procedure? - obviously it would depend upon consultation what would be right for each individual patient but having lost a lot of weight and gone down from a 34DD to a 32C/D I think my breasts would probably count as “small & sagging” so I would like to go for the doughnut technique if possible, to reduce scarring.
Please could you comment?
Many thanks,
Gemma
Hi Gemma,
Yes, all MYA surgeons do the ‘doughnut’ procedure.
It is not suitable for all cases.
A consultation would give you the information you need, remember it is free.
This will help you make an informed decision.
Sophie
marie on 09.09.2007 at 20:35 (Reply)
do you do the ‘donut lift’ ? if not why not? i want to have a breast uplift, but, unfortunately am prone to having kelloid scaring so cannot have scars all around my breast. I do realise that this procedure is much more painful, but, cannot take the risk of severe scarring.
Hi Marie,
Yes, all MYA surgeons do the ‘doughnut’ procedure however it is not suitable for all cases.
A consultation would give you the information you need and with MYA it is free.
This will help you make an informed decision and will give you the opportunity to ask all the questions you have.
Hope this helps!
Sophie
lianne on 11.09.2007 at 13:31 (Reply)
hi, im a diabetic as was wondering if there any reason why I couldn’t have beast enlargment???
Hi Lianne,
This depends on whether you are on insulin or taking tablets and how long you have had the diabetes for. You would need to have a consultation. These are free with MYA. You can book one by calling 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
Carolina on 17.09.2007 at 15:12 (Reply)
Hi, I would like to hava an uplift, but I’ve heard that smokers cannot do that? Is that true? Thanks
Hi Carolina,
Thanks for your question.
Smoking is related to the healing process. It is therefore advisable for you to stop smoking prior to cosidering surgery.
Sophie
eva on 28.09.2007 at 10:57 (Reply)
is it okay to have implants if your cabin crew and possibly doing 2 flights a day 4 times week?
Hi Eva,
It should not be a problem. Obviously you would need to come in for a consultation and a full pre op check. I know quite a few people that used to be cabin crew who had breast implants. The only issue they had was getting time off as you will need plenty of recovery time before flying again. The best thing to do is to come in for a consultation. Call 08000 14 10 14. These are free with MYA.
Sophie
Debra on 30.09.2007 at 10:30 (Reply)
hi i am small framed and have been measured and im a 36B and would like a uplift but on a low salary. also wot is dohnut as this is the first time i have looked into this. thanks
Hi Debra,
Doughnut mastopexy (uplift) is meant for women with small breasts and with less sagging. The advantage of doughnut mastopexy
is that it requires fewer incisions and therefore can be seen as less invasive.
In terms of finance, MYA offer a range of competative finance packages. Go to www.mya.co.uk/finance to look or call 08000 14 10 14 to discuss this.
Sophie
MICHELLE on 02.10.2007 at 09:48 (Reply)
Will my breast reduce in size after an uplift or should they remain the same size?
Hi Michelle,
They should not change significantly in size unless you lose a lot of weight.
If you have any other questions come in for a free consultation. Call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
audrey on 09.10.2007 at 00:20 (Reply)
I am type 1 diabetic, I have been diabetic for around 14 years. I am looking to get a breast up-lift.I am a 36dd, I am interested in the cost of the procedure.
Hi Audrey,
Prices start from £5,500. With reegards to your diabetes, you will need to discuss this at a free consultation.
Call 08000 14 10 14 to book.
Sophie
jane dooley on 12.10.2007 at 17:50 (Reply)
i would like to know how much a breast inplant and tummy tuck eyelid removal would cost me
Hi Jane,
This would involve a 2 night stay in hospital.
It should be £12,850 however, if it can all be done at the same time the price can come down to £10,850.
This just an estimate price. You would need to come in for a consultation. Thease a free with MYA.
Call 08000 14 10 14 to book.
Hope this helps.
Sophie
abbie on 16.10.2007 at 23:28 (Reply)
How old do you have to be to get breast enlargments
Hi Abbie,
You need to be over 18.
Sophie
Do You Need To Be 18 For All Treatments, Im 16 And I Want A Breast Uplift. Would I Beable To Get It done AnyWhere Else?
Hi,
Yes you need to be 18.
Sophie
Pam Allmon on 21.10.2007 at 23:53 (Reply)
Can you have implants after you have had breast lift surgery. If so how long do you have to wait before you can have it done?
Hi Pam,
Yes, you can have breast implants following uplift.
You should wait 6-12 months for complete healing .
Call MYA on 08000 14 10 14 for a free consultation.
Sophie
Jueliya on 23.10.2007 at 10:11 (Reply)
Hello
I had breast augmentation 9 years ago. Unfortunatly the surgery was performed by a surgeon who later went on to have many mal practice claims made against him. One of which was in the national press as the patient was married to a famous footballer.
Any way. My implants have always been very obvious to the touch in that you can even feel the seams. They were never like you see on the TV, mine have always been a bit like a ball in a sock. I have read from your web site that the implants can go under the breast muscle. I would like my breast to be higher than they are and a lot less ‘Wobbly’ Can any thing be done? I am sure that if they are under the muscle they will be firmer and less likely to sag. Please help as i cant bring myself to show anyone
Hi Jueliya,
The best advice would be to come in for a free consultation and see a surgeon. They would be able to give you the best advice.
Sorry I could not be more help. Call 08000 14 10 14 for a free consultation.
Sophie
Brooklyn on 26.10.2007 at 12:22 (Reply)
Hi,
How much does the average rhinoplasty procedure cost? And how old do I have to be?
Thanks, Brooklyn.
Hi Brooklyn,
It starts from £3,995 and you have to be over 18.
Sophie
Samantha on 27.10.2007 at 15:24 (Reply)
Hi, I am 16 and have 32FF breasts,
I really want a breast uplift but because of my age, i can’t find anywhere that does it for people as younge as me.
This is not only something I want but something I need. Please, if u know of any sergens that would opperate on someone of my age then please could u inform me. This problem is effecting everything in my life and I just want it sorted. I have tried the NHS, but had no luck. xxxxx
HI Samantha,
You need to be 18.
Sophie
gemma on 27.10.2007 at 19:43 (Reply)
hi
i’m only 18 and feel i have the breast of a 50 year old.
when i was in my teens, i had quite large breasts which were at there largest at 14 years at 36EE.
i have now gone now to a size 34B/C which seems to had quite a bad effect on my breasts. I have tried exercise and firming creams but nothing seems to help.
If i went through with surgery i would like a nipple reduction, breast uplift and maybe a size bigger. Would all these be able to be done at once and how much would this sugery cost?
thankyou xx
Hi Gemma,
Yes all these can be done during the same proceedure. Prices start from £5,900.
Call MYA for a free consultation on 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
can you suggest a good way of paying for sugery when your income is less than £80 a week.
xxx
Hi,
I can’t help with finance. Sorry. They should be able to advise at the consultation or even call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
carol on 02.11.2007 at 15:58 (Reply)
how much for a 36C cup as im 34C now?
Hi Carol,
Prices are discussed at the free consultation.
Call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
col on 04.11.2007 at 15:34 (Reply)
Hi
I had a augmentation in 2006. i had small saggy breasts, now have larger saggy breasts. my surgeon says he advised an uplift but this is not true, and i have to pay for it. How much do you charge for the uplift
Thanks
Hi Col,
You would have to come in. It is hard to give quote as it depends if you need a change of implant.
Call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
farrah on 05.11.2007 at 17:29 (Reply)
hi i what is the best procedure to have for an uplift that shows less scarring. and is there any exercises or anything that can help me perk my breats a little bit without surgery. i am a 34E im only 18 they are more saggy then all my friends and i am so self consciuos it upsets please help me??
Hi Farrah,
We would not recommend an uplift at the age of 18. You would need to have a consultation to discuss options in the future.
Call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
chantelle on 09.11.2007 at 17:45 (Reply)
Hi,
I am 20 years old and have recently had my second child which is 5 months old, i had both children through a c section which has left a saggy pouch.
I am not sure if a mini tuck or a full tummy tuck would be the option and if i should wait as i would like more children later on in life and if i did go a head what could happen if i had another child. Also to have lipo and a breast uplift if needed with implants I am a 34d.
If so how much would this cost.
Thanks Chantelle
Hi Chantelle,
Is always desirable to finish having children before having cosmetic surgery. If you had the procedure and then had another child the result may not last and you would have to have it done again.
Costs would be discussed at the free consultation. As you are having more than one proceedure the price would be reduced.
Call 08000 14 10 14 for a free consultation.
Sophie
Olivia on 11.11.2007 at 21:30 (Reply)
I’m eighteen in 2 weeks and for a while now I’ve wanted liposuction of various parts of my body and either a chemical peel or micro dermabrasion(?) for hyper pigmentation on some parts of my skin.
Do you know how much this would be?
Thanks
Hi Olivia,
Prices are discussed during the free consultation. We cannot advise you until you are 18.
Sophie
em on 12.11.2007 at 20:29 (Reply)
hi im an 18 year old girl. last year i started on the injection form of contraception and it caused me to gain weight. my boobs increased in size but now as i have started to lose weight they have shrunk. however i have been left with loads of stretch marks all over them and am very self concious. would having a breast enlargement to fill them back out cause them to look worse. im very unhappy with how i look. also how much would this cost
Hi Em,
Having an enlargement will fill the skin and give the breast more shape but the stretch marks will still be there.
Sophie
Harriette on 20.11.2007 at 20:34 (Reply)
hi
i was ust wondering if a breast uplift could be performed without moving the nipple as i would really like to breastfeed and i know that if the nipple is moved it may make this unsuccessful. i am 19 years old and due to bras tha didnt fit when i was growing my coopers ligaments have stretched. i have 32FF breats and am quite happ with the size but woukd just like them slighly higher.
thanks
Hi Harriette,
Any form of breast uplift is not advisable at your age. Sorry I could not be more help.
Sophie
Alicia on 21.11.2007 at 16:31 (Reply)
im wanting breast uplift surgery would i need to have implants too with my skin being quite loose?
Hi Alicia,
You may have to have an uplift. You would need to come in for a consultation as it is difficult to say without seeing you.
Call 08000 14 10 14 for a free consultation.
Sophie
Rebecca on 21.11.2007 at 23:52 (Reply)
I have heard about a procedure called a nipple lift, for women who have small sagging breasts, is this something MYA offers? and if so what is the average cost of this procedure? Thank you.
Hi Rebecca,
You can have a nipple lift or a breast uplift which actually lifts the whole breast.
This can start from £4,600.
Call 08000 14 10 14 for free consultation.
Sophie
Dawn on 23.11.2007 at 01:12 (Reply)
Do you have to always have the nipples repositioned when you have a breast lift?
Hi Dawn,
Yes you have to get the nipples repositioned to give a natural shape.
Call 08000 14 10 14 to book a free consultation.
Sophie
Holly on 27.11.2007 at 19:58 (Reply)
Hi Sophie,
I’m desperate for an uplift. Im 19 years old and look like ive got the boobs of an 80 year old. I think im about a 36F at the moment. Its really getting me depressed now and i want something done about it. Ive been researching on the net about gettin an uplift and maybe implants at the same time. I want this done sometime next year hopefully but im also due to go on holiday with my boyfriend. Will the surgery affect my holiday plans? How long before the holiday should i consider having the surgery?
Thank Youu x x
Hi Holly,
You would need to come in for a consultation. You would need to wait at least 6 weeks before going away and you need to keep the scars out of the sun.
Call 08000 14 10 14 for a free consultation.
Sophie
Judy on 04.12.2007 at 19:46 (Reply)
Hi I am a young fit 50 year old and have had what the trade would call saggy breasts since having children but they were a decent size. I also never had the money to have anything done about them. Now I have managed to lose weight through diet and exercise and feel great, the downside is the size of my breasts have deminished as well. Would it be possible to have a breast uplift and implant at my age?
Hi Judy,
You would need to come in for a free consultation but yes you can have this proceedure done at your age.
Call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie
karen on 14.12.2007 at 10:50 (Reply)
Hi i live in belfast Northern Ireland. would i have to fly over to mainland uk, for free consultation
Thanks Karen
Hi Karen,
Yes you would have to come over.
We currently have no clinics in Northern Ireland. It is something we may look at in the future.
Sophie
danielle on 16.12.2007 at 22:15 (Reply)
hello,
i have decide to go through with breast uplift and enlargement. i am currently booked in with another company but have now decided that i would like to have another baby first and have the surgery in the uk with you guys in two years time (as i really want to breast feed this baby) Do you know if you expect your prices to rise much? i am planning to save a little more money between now and then. thank you
Hi Danielle,
As this is not a medical question I am unable to answer it.
Sorry. Feel free to call 08000 14 10 14.
Sophie