01 Sep Correcting Breast Ptosis with a Breast Lift
Breast ptosis or breast sagging is an issue not uncommon as women age. There are quite a few factors involved in ptosis, including gravity, weight gain, weight loss, the number of pregnancies and the skin’s overall elasticity.
The good news is breast ptosis can be easily corrected by a plastic surgeon. A breast lift can raise the breasts amazingly well and regain that young “perky” look that many women desire. In more severe cases, a breast lift with breast augmentation (implants) may be recommended for the ultimate result. Read on to learn more about ptosis and how your plastic surgeon can help you regain the look you desire.
Measuring Ptosis
Ptosis is measured by how far your breasts hang over your inframammary crease – the line where your chest and breasts meet. Place a ruler there and view the position of your nipples. If your nipples are below the top of the ruler, then you have ptosis. The further down your nipples, the more severe the case.
In some cases, the areola has simply stretched out. This may be a simple asymmetry issue with or without ptosis present.
Breast Lift with Augmentation
For mild cases of ptosis, a simple breast lift will usually do the trick. However, many surgeons perform an augmentation in conjunction with a breast lift. This is especially true if the breasts have lost volume. While breast implants usually make breasts larger, that is not always the case when done with a breast lift. Your surgeon can remove excess tissue and replace it with an implant to give you the same breast size.
As a result, the breasts will look firmer and more youthful. At the same time, areola size can be decreased to give your breasts a more natural look.
Breast Lift Consultation with Parson in Scottsdale
Dr. Shaun Parson is a board certified plastic surgeon with more than two decades of experience. He serves Scottsdale and the surrounding areas, and has been honored multiple times as one of Phoenix Magazine’s “Top Docs.” If you are interested in finding out more regarding breast ptosis, call Parson Plastic Surgery Center at (480) 282-8386 for a breast lift consultation.