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    BREAST LIFT IN LOS ANGELES, CA

    What is a Breast Lift?

    A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that can physically raise the breasts tightening tissue and removing excess skin. This process can help to reshape and support the breasts, creating a more youthful, aesthetic look.

    How long has it been since you stepped out of the shower and saw beautifully contoured, perky breasts in the mirror? At our office in Los Angeles breast lift patients have received this procedure after watching helplessly as their breasts slowly migrate south while losing volume and shape. Age, significant weight fluctuation, and having children considerably affect skin laxity and breast structure causing our breasts to sag.

    What Aesthetic Issues Does a Breast Lift Address?

    A breast lift helps with several common aesthetic concerns, including:

    • Sagging or drooping breasts: The procedure helps to lift and firm the breasts for a more youthful contour.
    • Excess or stretched breast skin: Removing excess skin tightens the area, improving the overall appearance.
    • Nipple position: A breast lift can reposition nipples that point downward or fall below the breast crease.
    • Loss of volume: While a breast lift primarily reshapes the breast, it can also be combined with augmentation for added fullness.
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    A Breast Lift can tone and shape your breasts

    Pouring your sagging breasts into a bra every morning and watching as they fall the moment you remove your lingerie every night isn’t the answer. And no amount of diet or exercise – nor creams or pills – can tone and shape your breasts. Los Angeles’ Marina Plastic Surgery can provide for you that much-needed breast lift and transform your life with a new lifestyle.

    How to Prepare for Breast Lift Surgery

    Getting ready for a breast lift is important to make sure everything goes smoothly. Here's what you need to do:

    1. Consultation: Meet with your surgeon to discuss your aesthetic goals, examine your breast tissue, and create a personalized surgical plan.
    2. Medical Evaluation: You may need to undergo a mammogram or general health evaluation to ensure you're a suitable candidate.
    3. Lifestyle Adjustments: If you're a smoker, quitting before surgery is crucial to enhance healing. Also, avoid blood thinners and certain medications that may increase bleeding risks.
    4. Plan for Recovery: Arrange for a friend or family member to assist you post-surgery, as you will need help for the first 24 to 48 hours.

    Am I a good candidate for a breast lift?

    If you are in good physical health, a non-smoker and have a stable weight, you are a good candidate for a breast lift. Any woman with sagginess in their breasts and who feels pain from the pressure of the weight in their breasts should consider this procedure. The best way to determine if you are a candidate for a Breast Lift is to visit Marina Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles for a consultation with one of our expert plastic surgeons.

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    Risks and Complications

    As with any surgery, a breast lift carries certain risks:

    • Scarring: While scarring is inevitable, it typically fades over time. Our surgeons use advanced techniques to minimize visible scars.
    • Changes in Sensation: Some women experience temporary or permanent changes in nipple or breast sensation.
    • Asymmetry: Though rare, slight differences in breast shape or size may occur.
    • Infection or Bleeding: Post-operative complications like infection or bleeding can arise, but these are infrequent with proper care.
    • Difficulty Breastfeeding: If you plan to breastfeed in the future, discuss this with your surgeon, as the surgery could affect milk production.

    Breast Lift for Mothers

    Motherhood brings incredible joy but also significant physical changes. After pregnancy and breastfeeding, many women experience sagging breasts, stretched skin, and loss of volume. A breast lift can help restore pre-pregnancy firmness and give mothers back their confidence.

    Breast Lift After Weight Loss

    Significant weight loss often results in excess skin, including around the breasts. A breast lift tightens the skin and reshapes the breasts, providing a more proportional and youthful silhouette after weight loss.

    Breast Lift for Aging

    As we age, our skin loses elasticity, and gravity takes its toll. A breast lift can reverse the effects of aging, lifting and firming the breasts for a more youthful appearance. The procedure restores a natural look while improving the overall shape of your breasts.

    Top 10 reasons for a Breast Lift

    Here are ten of the major reasons why women seek a breast lift:

    1. Aging: Over the years, gravity has a huge impact on your breasts weighing down your skin causing them to lose firmness and begin to sag noticeably. 
    2. Back and Neck Pain: When your breasts become saggy, it can create pressure on your body and give you chronic back or neck pain.
    3. Bra Straps: When your breasts sag too much, it puts pressure on your back and neck causing your straps to “slash” into your shoulders
    4. Limited Physical Activities: When you have unsupported breasts, it can limit regular household activities as well as more strenuous sports exercise like running.
    5. Nipples & Areola: When your breasts start to sag too much, your nipples can end up hanging below the crease of your breasts and point downward.
    1. Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: A pregnancy puts a lot of strain on your breasts, especially when you breastfeed. Nursing a child makes your breasts stretch and shrink several times creating an impact on the breast tissue and the elasticity of the skin.
    2. Self-confidence: A breast lift will make you less self-conscious and give you confidence in how you look.
    3. Skin Irritation: Your breasts can brush against your skin and cause you pain and rashes.
    4. Weight Loss: When you lose a lot of weight, your breasts become saggy and lose their shape.
    5. Youthful Appearance: A breast lift can help make you look younger.

    Laser-assisted breast enhancement

    Dr. Grant Stevens pioneered The Stevens Laser Bra to give women an improved breast lift in Los Angeles and offer a natural, safe, and long-lasting result. Breast lift surgery using The Stevens Laser Bra can provide the enduring solution you seek. The Laser Bra is an innovation in breast lift surgery that uses a laser to create an internal brasserie that lifts and shapes drooping breasts. If you’re planning to commit to surgery, you want your results to look fantastic for years to come. Our surgeons work hard to create a breast lift result that helps you recapture a youthful breast shape and firmness that you had in your younger years. You can read our patient success stories and learn more about the amazing results that our breast lift patients have achieved.

    BREAST LIFT
    PROCEDURE

    Breast lifts can be performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. A custom procedure will be crafted to lift and firm your breasts depending on your skin laxity, the volume of breast tissue, and the desired outcome. All breast lifts require external incisions, which are minimized as much as possible. But our breast enhancement patients find that the improved breast shape is well worth the tradeoff.

    Complementary Procedures

    Many women opt to combine a breast lift with other procedures for a more comprehensive rejuvenation. Common complementary procedures include:

    • Breast Augmentation with Lift: Adding implants alongside a breast lift can restore lost volume and enhance the overall breast shape.
    • Liposuction: Sculpting surrounding areas for a more defined and contoured chest.
    • Tummy Tuck: Commonly combined with a breast lift in a mommy makeover package to address multiple areas simultaneously.
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    Natalie’s Breast Aug & Lift
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    Christie’s Mommy Makeover
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    Julie’s Mommy Makeover

    Breast Augmentation with Breast Lift

    A combination of breast augmentation and breast lift offers the best of both worlds. This procedure enhances breast size with implants while correcting sagging with a lift. Ideal for women who want both volume and a firmer, more lifted look, this combined approach is a popular option.

    TOP BENEFITS OF A BREAST LIFT

    When considering a breast lift Los Angeles patients should know the top 15 reasons why getting this procedure will transform their life:

    • A breast lift can be combined with other breast procedures
    • Alter your nipples / areolas
    • A more natural appearance
    • Bring back your pre-pregnancy figure
    • Can get rid of rashes and skin infections
    • Change the feel of your breasts
    • Correct drooping breasts
    • Enhance your body proportions
    • Get back your youthful appearance
    • Heighten the appearance of your areola
    • Increase your self-esteem
    • Lift your saggy or droopy breasts
    • No more limitation during physical activities
    • Pain relief on your back
    • You will fit better in your clothes

    Breast Lift Incision Techniques

    At Marina Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles breast lift procedures can be adapted using various incision techniques based on the type of patient and the desired result. Here are 3 of the most commonly used breast lift techniques:

    Anchor (Traditional) Breast Lift - The most traditional technique. This procedure involves an incision around the areola, vertically down the breast from the nipple to the breast line and along the breast fold in a crescent incision (resembling an anchor). This technique is best suited for those who have significant sagging as it allows for the removal of larger amounts of tissue and skin.

    Lollipop (Vertical) Breast Lift - This technique involves only two of the incisions; around the areola and vertically down the breast. There is no crescent incision along the fold of the breast. A lollipop lift is best suited for women with moderate drooping.

    Donut (Circumareolar) Breast Lift - This technique involves a singular incision around the circumference of the areola. A donut lift would only be employed where there was only minor sagging.

    In your consultation, Dr. Stevens will go over your goals for your procedure and perform an examination to determine which technique will best produce the results you are looking to achieve.

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    Cost of a Breast Lift in Los Angeles

    The cost of a breast lift in Los Angeles depends on various factors, such as the surgeon’s experience, the complexity of the procedure, and whether complementary procedures are included. During your consultation, we will provide a personalized cost estimate tailored to your specific needs and goals. While most breast lifts are considered cosmetic and not covered by insurance, some cases related to medical necessity may qualify for coverage.

    Breast Lift Results

    The result of a breast lift will be immediately visible and long-lasting. The things that can eventually influence the result of your procedure include the effects of aging and gravity, or if you decide to have a child in the future. In order to benefit from your procedure for the longest period, you should maintain a steady weight and a healthy lifestyle.

    Breast Lift Recovery

    You will see some immediate change to how your breasts appear following your breast lift procedure. That process will continue over the next few months as the shape of your breasts change and settle during your recovery. Don’t be surprised if your breasts are firmer and rounder. This may make your breasts feel smaller, even without a breast reduction procedure.

    Why Choose Marina Plastic Surgery for a Breast Lift?

    Our physicians at Marina Plastic Surgery understand the sensitivity of a breast lift and concentrate on providing great personal care to you. Our staff is dedicated to giving you excellent service, including an opportunity to speak about your concerns during your consultation.

    Dr. Grant Stevens, M.D., FACS, and his staff offer individually focused service that serves your specific requirements. We use innovative surgical techniques and special attention to details while customizing your breast lift to best fit your needs. Through our highly personalized and meticulous approach, we have earned the trust of our patients. Marina Plastic Surgery is a leading plastic surgery destination with patients who visit us from all 50 U.S. states and over 60 countries to receive one of the best breast lifts Los Angeles has to offer. You can schedule your consultation by selecting one of the times our surgeons have set aside exclusively for online visitors.

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    “I can’t tell you how beautiful my results are. I told Dr. Stevens, ‘You’re a miracle maker!”

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    “Life's too short to wish a part of you looked different”

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    “Now I can finally wear dresses without a bra, and I’m proud of how I look in a bikini.”

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    “People say my new nose looks more natural on me than the nose I had before.”

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    Breast LiftFrequently Asked Questions

    What are the risks of a breast lift?

    There is always some degree of risk with any surgery. For a breast lift, this can include a change of sensation in your nipple or breast, asymmetry in the size and shape of your breasts, bad reaction to anesthesia, bleeding, infection, and scarring. If you breastfeed after a breast lift, you may find it difficult to produce enough milk.

    Does insurance cover a breast lift?

    Typically, breast lifts are considered cosmetic procedures and are not covered by insurance. However, if the procedure is part of a medically necessary treatment, such as breast reconstruction after a mastectomy, some insurance plans may offer coverage. It’s best to consult with your insurance provider for more information.

    How much is a breast lift?

    The cost of a breast lift can vary depending on several factors, including the surgeon’s experience, the complexity of the procedure, and the geographic location of the practice. During your consultation, we will provide a detailed cost estimate tailored to your specific needs and goals.

    How does a breast lift work?

    A breast lift, or mastopexy, works by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to lift and reshape the breast. The breast lift procedure helps to restore a firmer, perkier appearance and improve the overall shape and position of the breasts. Our surgeons will customize the approach based on your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals to achieve natural-looking results.

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