Restore a more elevated, balanced breast shape by removing excess skin and repositioning tissue with a personalized breast lift in Westchester. At Addora Plastic Surgery, double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Kamal Addagatla tailors your procedure to your anatomy and goals and provides advanced surgical solutions with attentive, personalized care.
Lift and Reshape Your Natural Contours
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that reshapes and elevates breasts that have descended due to aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, or genetics. Dr. Addagatla removes excess skin, reshapes the underlying breast tissue, and repositions the nipple and areola to create a more elevated contour. When appropriate, enlarged areolas can be reduced. A breast lift primarily addresses breast position and shape rather than increasing breast volume or size.
A Breast Lift Treats:
- Sagging or drooping breasts
- Breasts that have lost shape after pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Changes in breast position following significant weight loss
- Downward-pointing or low-positioned nipples
- Stretched or enlarged areolas
- Loose or excess breast skin
- Breast asymmetry related to differences in position or shape
- Loss of firmness and more youthful breast contours associated with aging
Dr. Addagatla’s Approach to Breast Lift
Dr. Addagatla begins your breast lift by selecting an incision pattern based on the degree of sagging, the amount of excess skin, and the extent of reshaping. Incisions may be placed around your areola, vertically from the areola to the breast crease, and, when necessary, along the crease. Through these incisions, he removes stretched skin and reshapes your breast tissue to create a firmer, elevated breast mound.
Your nipple and areola are then repositioned higher on the breast while typically remaining attached to their tissue and blood supply. If your areolas have stretched, Dr. Addagatla can reduce their diameter to improve their proportion. He carefully brings the remaining skin together around the reshaped breast and closes the incisions in layers for support. Your procedure is tailored to your anatomy, degree of breast descent, and desired contour.
Advantages of Breast Lift:
- Elevates breasts that have descended or begun to sag
- Reshapes breast tissue for a firmer, more defined contour
- Repositions downward-pointing or low-positioned nipples
- Removes stretched, excess breast skin
- Reduces enlarged areolas when appropriate
- Improves differences in breast position and shape
- Restores breast contours affected by pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, or aging
- Can be combined with breast augmentation when additional volume or fullness is desired
FAQs
How Do I Know if I Need a Breast Lift or Breast Augmentation?
A breast lift primarily corrects sagging by removing excess skin, reshaping breast tissue, and repositioning the nipple. Breast augmentation adds volume using breast implants or fat grafting. If you have both breast descent and loss of fullness, Dr. Addagatla may discuss combining the procedures. Your anatomy and goals ultimately determine which approach is most appropriate for you.
Will a Breast Lift Make My Breasts Smaller?
A breast lift removes excess skin and reshapes your existing tissue, so your breasts may look somewhat smaller or more compact, even when substantial breast tissue is not removed. If reducing breast volume is one of your goals, a breast reduction may be more appropriate. Conversely, an implant or fat may be considered when you want additional fullness along with improved position.
Why Choose Dr. Kamal Addagatla
for a Breast Lift?
Dr. Kamal Addagatla is a double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who approaches breast lift surgery with a strong emphasis on individualized planning. Your breasts, proportions, and reasons for considering surgery are unique, so your procedure should be as well. At Addora Plastic Surgery, he takes time to understand what you would like to change and develops a surgical plan that reflects your individual anatomy and goals.
That philosophy extends through your entire experience. Dr. Addagatla explains your options clearly, sets realistic expectations, and remains involved as you recover. Located in Westchester and serving patients throughout Westchester and surrounding counties, Addora Plastic Surgery combines advanced surgical care with the time and attention of a private practice. Schedule your consultation for a breast lift in Westchester to discuss your goals and explore your options today.
