Breast Lift in Houston

    HOUSTON, TX, May 23, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a procedure designed for women who have sagging breasts, breasts mismatched in size, or breasts that hang too low. The procedure is often combined with a breast augmentation to give your breasts a more pleasing shape as well as extra lift and perkiness. The plastic surgeon you choose to perform this operation makes a big difference in the final results you get from the surgery.

Breasts start to sag due to age, after pregnancy and breastfeeding, after weight loss, or simply due to genetics. Some women have nipples that naturally turn down and would like them placed differently on the breast. Whatever the cause for your specific circumstances, a qualified plastic surgeon can help you get the breasts you've always wanted.

During the Breast Lift Procedure

During your breast lift procedure, your plastic surgeon will start by making the appropriate incisions. The length and location of the incisions will depend on the degree of lift needed and whether or not breast implants are being used. The surgeon will then remove any unnecessary tissue and skin from the breast and make sure to leave the nipple attached to the nerves, reducing the chances of a loss of sensation to the nipple. Different techniques may be used depending on the patient's circumstances.

Potential Risks

All risks are extremely unlikely, or even rare.

- Permanent scarring
- Reduced ability to breast feed
- Post-operative infection
- Nerve damage and loss of sensation may occur

How Should I Prepare for Surgery?

The goal of any good surgical team is to make sure that you get the results you want with a minimum of discomfort. Depending on your age, your surgeon may recommend a mammogram before surgery. You should not smoke cigarettes for a period before your surgery. Smokers run the risk of producing more unsightly scar tissue than non-smokers.

Breast lifts usually last between two to four hours and are done on an outpatient basis, so you may want to arrange for someone to drive you home afterwards due to the lasting effects of anesthesia.

If you live in Sugar Land or Houston, Texas or surrounding areas and are considering getting a breast lift, please visit the website of Dr. Michael Ciaravino at www.thebodydoc.com, to read more about how Dr. Ciaravino can help you get the breasts you want.

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