Breast Lift Recovery & Benefits
Patients will return home the same day as their mastopexy in the care of a responsible adult who can serve as a caretaker for the first 24 hours after surgery. Dr. Polynice uses automatic pain pumps to keep patients comfortable in the first few days post-op, eliminating the need for narcotics which often come with unwanted side effects. We recommend planning for one to two weeks away from work or daily responsibilities, and three to four weeks away from strenuous activities like heavy lifting or exercising. Overall, the recovery from a breast lift is more comfortable than that of many other breast procedures, since the surgery only involves surface-level incisions and has few associated risks. As with any surgery, there are possible complications, including infection, poor scar tissue development and decrease in nipple sensation; however, Dr. Polynice’s techniques and recovery instructions are designed to minimize risks and ensure patient safety above all.
Mastopexy is an excellent solution for women who are not happy with the appearance of their breasts but who have a good amount of natural breast tissue and do not need or want implants. Women who undergo this procedure find that it delivers beautiful, natural-looking results that do not interfere with their long-term lifestyle choices. Breast lifts can reduce the need for a woman to wear specialty or uncomfortable undergarments, which can expand wardrobe choices for tops with open backs or low-cut necklines. A mastopexy can also improve the appearance of the breasts in swimsuits or lingerie without structured cups.
Most importantly, a breast lift can make a significant difference in a woman’s self-confidence, as sagging breasts can age the appearance, can be uncomfortable or can simply cause a woman to feel like her body is changing in ways she doesn’t like. At the Williams Center for Plastic Surgery, it is our goal to help every woman feel great about herself and her body every day — Dr. Polynice is happy to perform breast lifts as one of the many procedures that allow us to accomplish this goal and empower women to get their confidence back.