Breast Lift (Mastopexy Procedure or Revision Breast Lift)

· Those in Bangkok, Thailand for more than a week.
· Those with sagging and droopy breasts.
· Those with enlarged areola.
· Those with nipples and areola pointing downwards.
· Those who wish to lift sagging breasts and enhance their body silhouette.

A breast lift is performed to improve the appearance and shape of drooping or sagging breasts in women who have lost volume in their breast tissue due to massive weight loss, breastfeeding, or pregnancy. Due to body changes, breasts can lose their firmness as well as their youthful and perky shape. Breast lift procedure restores and reshapes the breast to look more lifted, youthful and natural. In many cases, a breast lift is performed in conjunction with breast augmentation for optimal results, depending on your condition and desired results.

Meanwhile, a revision breast lift typically involves re-lifting or re-tightening of the breasts. Usually the breasts would often sag again due to aging and other factors, and although the sagginess may not be as serious as pre-breast lift, some patients may benefit from a revision surgery to feel more comfortable with their bodies.

The aim of a breast lift is to tighten the skin envelope of the breasts by tightening the skin with these surgical approaches:

· Circumareolar - Also known as Benelli or donut mastopexy. Suitable for those with minor breast ptosis. This procedure involves removing extra skin around the areola or reducing the areola size, depending on your desired goal. Then, the areola will be slid into position and the skin around the areola will be stitched.

· Inverted T technique - An incision around the areola, then a vertical incision from the areola down to the breast crease, followed by a horizontal incision along the breast crease. Suitable for those with serious deflation of the breasts as this will enable a maximal removal of skin and breast reshaping. The scar will look like an inverted 'T' from the areola straight down the center and across the breast fold.

For revision surgery, doctors would perform the incision on the existing scars and essentially repeat the original breast lifting technique. Depending on your condition, only a portion of the scar may be used for the surgery.

1. Consultation, examination, and marking of the areas to be treated.
2. Anesthesia will be administered.
3. Incision outlines will be made at the area where the breast skin will be removed.
4. The new location of the nipple will be defined.
5. Removal of excess skin.
6. Nipple and the areola will be repositioned to a higher position.
7. Breast will be reshaped as the skin surrounding the areola is brought down.
8. Skin will be stitched together.

<Advantages>
· Lifts sagging breasts
· Improves self-confidence
· Reduces under breast irritation
· Gives a good finishing touch after weight loss

<Limitations>
· Potential risk of unfavorable scarring, asymmetry, swelling, bruising, fluid accumulation and few others
· May interfere with breastfeeding; not suitable for pregnant women

· Inform the doctor of any pre-existing medical conditions and drug allergy. All medical conditions must be treated and stabilized before surgery.
· Stop smoking at least 1 week before surgery.
· Stop supplements that contain vitamin E, ginseng, ginkgo, garlic, fish oil and other ingredients that can increase bleeding during surgery.
· Stop blood-thinning medications such as aspirin, NSAIDs, and warfarin. However, patients may need to consult the physician who prescribed the medicine before stopping them.
· Wear simple and comfortable clothing on the day of surgery.
· Do not wear any jewelry and metal objects on the face and body.

· Do not smoke for at least 4 weeks after surgery
· Avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting for 6 to 8 weeks
· Refrain from physical contact with breasts for 6 to 8 weeks
· Wear a compression or sports bra as directed
· Attend follow-up appointments as required

Q1: Is the result permanent?
A1: The effect of aging will still continue after the surgery, which means the breasts could slowly sag again over time.

Q2: How do I prepare for surgery?
A2: In order to avoid complications, it is best that you stop smoking, drinking, taking hormonal pills, herbal supplements, and other medicines not prescribed by your doctor. If you have any illness, you must obtain a surgical clearance from your medical specialist.

Q3: How long do I need for recovery?
A3: Recovery depends on your healing process. Generally, recovery takes at least 3 weeks. However, if you have a physical labor-intensive job you will not be able to go back to work until after 6 weeks post-surgery.

Q4: When can I see the final result?
A4: After the procedure, the breasts may look higher and feel tight before softening and taking on a naturally firm appearance within a few weeks.

Q5: Can I still breastfeed my children?
A5: Yes. Please also consult your surgeon about it if you are concerned.

[Clinic Name] Sikarin Hospital
[Location] Bangkok, Thailand
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Walking distance to restaurants, banks, gym, and fitness center
[Clinic Opening Time] 24 hrs