Options for reshaping your breast
We also offer many surgical, minimally-invasive, and non-surgical options for reshaping your breast.
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Dr. Robey is renowned for her beautiful work in surgical rejuvenation of the face and body. We know that you have many options in your cosmetic surgery pursuit and we are thrilled that you have reached out to us during this very exciting time.
Quadruple board certified in Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Otolaryngology, and Anti-Aging Medicine, Dr. Robey is one of the Midwest’s leading body and facial plastic surgeons and is proud to be the only surgeon in the world with her specific set of credentials. Having been in private practice since 2013, Dr. Robey also has privileges with IU Health and St. Vincent Hospitals.
It is common for women (either from breast feeding, weight change or aging) to notice that their breasts appear less perky with time. Some women also note that the upper part of their breast becomes more flattened. A breast lift, or mastopexy, can restore the ideal shape and position of the breast tissue. In some cases, it is common for Dr. Robey to suggest a breast augmentation in conjunction with your breast lift procedure in order to achieve the most optimal and natural looking results. During your consultation, Dr. Robey will meet one-on-one with you to discuss your specific concerns and the aesthetic goals you hope to achieve through your breast lift surgery.
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The most aesthetically pleasing location for the nipple is at the most projecting part of the breast around the level of the crease underneath the breast. When the nipple sits lower than this, the breast can have a droopy appearance. It is common for women, either from breastfeeding, weight change or aging, to notice that their breasts appear less perky with time. Some women also note that the upper part of their breast becomes more flattened. A breast lift, or mastopexy, can restore the ideal shape and position of the breast tissue.
Several different approaches are available to lift the breast tissue. For a small amount of required nipple movement, a circumareolar (incision around the nipple and areola) can be utilized. This is good for around an inch of droop; anything more than this would require a more powerful lift.
For a moderate degree of breast droop, a vertical pattern (lollipop shaped scar) mastopexy can be utilized. For more significant degrees of ptosis, a full breast lift, or Wise pattern (anchor shaped scar) mastopexy, would be the preferred technique.
Determining which breast lift is best for you is based directly on your exam findings. During your consultation, Dr. Robey will review your goals and your physical exam. Your breast measurements determine which scar type of lift would be most effective at addressing your aesthetic needs.
Contrary to popular belief, the nipple is not removed during a breast lift. The nipple and areolar complex are left attached to the underlying tissue for both a blood supply and a nerve supply. You should still have sensation in the nipples after a breast lift, but they would likely be a little less sensitive than your preoperative levels. Also, during your breast lift, the size of the areolas are usually reduced to the aesthetically ideal size.
Although inability to breast feed is a risk associated with mastopexies, patients interested in breastfeeding should still be able to do so after a breast lift. During surgery, there are some areas where the breast gland is separated from the ductal system; this tissue would no longer be able to contribute to breast milk production. Due to this, one would expect a theoretical increased risk of needing to supplement with formula following this procedure.
Some patients are hesitant to accept the scars associated with a breast lift. A breast lift is an excellent way to reposition the breast tissue into a more youthful and perky appearance; the trade-off for this reshaping is the associated scars. For most patients, the scars are well worth the improvement in shape and position.
Breast lifts are also commonly performed with implant-based augmentations. While an implant alone can provide some degree of breast lift, it is unfortunately not enough lift in many cases. Breast lifts can also be performed at the same time as fat transfer to the breasts, but this classically means less fat can be added with these incisions as compared to no concomitant lift.
It really depends on your personal preference. In my experience, most patients think that silicone implants feel more like breast tissue as compared to saline implants. Both implants will have an outer shell that is made of silicone; the inner fill of the implant is the difference. Both implants are well studied and safe. Silicone implants cost a little more than saline implants.
Unlikely, especially with an incision hidden under the breast fold; with this approach, the breast gland is barely manipulated. With a periareolar (around the nipple and areola) incision, it is more likely that ducts of the breast gland could be injured, thereby potentially affecting milk production.
Patients will go home the same day of their surgery. Placements of implants under the muscle can make the chest wall sore. Patients can shower immediately and soak in water at about 2 weeks. Walking immediately after surgery is encouraged. Patients can resume exercise as tolerated at about 2 weeks postoperatively. Weight lifting that strains the chest wall musculature is not recommended for six weeks after surgery.
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