subject: Breast Lift - Discover What It's All About [print this page] If you have always liked your bra size, but have noticed over the years that you're not as perky as you once were, maybe a breast lift could help you get back to your previous self. Take some time to check out what this operation is all about and how doctors perform the procedure.
Explore an array of techniques
There's no one way to do a breast lift. A popular method is known as the anchor lift. A surgeon will make incisions around the areola and the breast crease and this will result in an incision that has the shape of an anchor. You can also get a laser bra lift that requires a doctor to use a laser to cut the skin and then the extra skin and tissue is used to support the chest. Furthermore, when a doctor just removes skin from around the areola region, then sews it back together for a firmer chest, this is called the doughnut technique.
Candidacy
Before getting any kind of surgery, you will need to be in good health, at least 18 years old and you shouldn't smoke. If you do, you'll need to stop before your breast lift - at least two to three months in advance. People that smoke can have trouble healing. Also, other candidates for this procedure are women that are happy with their chest size, but unhappy with how their upper body has changed and drooped over the years or as a result of nursing kids. If this sounds familiar, then this procedure could be right for you.
Finding a good doctor
First and foremost, you want your doctor to have graduated from an accredited college or university and he or she should have passed a state board exam. Also, it's best to select someone that has substantial experience perform this procedure and who can explain the process in full detail. This can help you make sure your doctor knows what he's talking about as well as answer questions you may have. Furthermore, be sure to research your doctor's practice and make sure they are reputable. Look at pictures from previous patients and if at all possible, try to talk with others that may have already had this operation.
Risk factors
When people think of plastic surgery, risks don't usually come to mind. Oftentimes, they are more concerned with the results as opposed to what may go wrong. A breast lift is a common operation, yet there are still risks involved. Loss of nipple sensation, asymmetry and excessive bleeding are possible. Also, some women can develop infections or have an adverse reaction once the anesthesia is administered.
