Breast Lift Beverly Hills

Breast Lift Beverly Hills

Over time, due to changes of pregnancy, weight fluctuation and the simple effect of gravity as we age, the breasts lose their youthful position and tone. The nipple position drops, and the breast acquires too much skin relative to the amount of underlying breast tissue. A breast lift Beverly Hills procedure attempts to give the breasts a more youthful appearance. The nipple is elevated and the amount of redundant skin decreased. A long-term increase in upper fullness is not typically achieved without the addition of an implant during the breast lift Beverly Hills procedure. An implant may or may not be placed, depending upon the patient’s goals and concerns. The best results are seen in women with small breasts. Women with larger breasts have results that are not as long lasting, due to the effects of gravity on heavier breasts.

We have patients come from around the corner in Westwood and from around the world to our office for breast lift Beverly Hills procedures. Contact Dr. Orringer’s office today to learn more about the breast lift Beverly Hills procedure.

Breast Lift Beverly Hills Consultation

Dr. Orringer will typically spend at least an hour discussing your medical history and goals at our Beverly Hills office. During your pre- breast lift Beverly Hills examination, the doctor will evaluate your current breast size, breast shape, skin tone and degree of ptosis (droop). Scar options and whether or not breast implants may be desired or recommended will be discussed, as well as implant styles and placement options, if appropriate. Every individual has specific goals and unique anatomical considerations.  The detailed breast lift Beverly Hills consultation will address these important issues.

Breast Lift Beverly Hills Surgery

The surgery is performed at the state-of-the-art Surgery Center of Santa Monica. This modern, accredited facility is located two blocks north of Saint John’s Hospital, just south of the Westwood area. During your breast lift Beverly Hills procedure, anesthesia is administered by board-certified anesthesiologists. Prior to surgery, Dr. Orringer will plan with you the new nipple position and the type of incision for the breast lift Beverly Hills procedure. While an incision is made around the nipple, it is not removed but rather left attached to the underlying breast tissue to be repositioned to a higher location. Incisions and resulting scars will vary according to the degree of nipple droop. The simplest incision involves a scar around the top of the areola. If an implant is to be placed, the lift incision is typically used. At the completion of the breast lift Beverly Hills surgery, light tapes are placed over the incisions and further secure the breasts along with a firm-fitting sports bra. The patient usually goes home afterwards. If she prefers, she may go to Serenity, a warm, comfortable facility specifically set up for the postoperative care of plastic surgery patients, and conveniently located close to both the surgery center in Santa Monica and our Beverly Hills office. A customized booklet that further discusses the breast lift Beverly Hills procedure, its risks, and what to do before and after your surgery will be provided for you at your preoperative visit.   

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Your Recovery

At the time of surgery, Dr. Orringer will do nerve blocks to help control early discomfort during the recovery period. Patients usually can shower in two days. Arm use and motion is not restricted, although lifting associated with straining is not advised for at least two weeks following a breast lift Beverly Hills procedure. The postoperative pain is usually the most severe during the first three days, though it can usually be controlled with oral pain medications. By the end of the first week, much of the pain has subsided and many normal activities resumed. Generally, full exercise activity is not recommended for three to four weeks. It is recommended that breast lift patients wear a support bra at all times, except when showering, for the first postoperative month.

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What are some of the particular concerns regarding breast lift surgery?

While most patients are very pleased with their results, there are certain important considerations that must be taken into account, and Dr. Orringer will be sure to discuss these with you at greater length during your first visit to our Beverly Hills office. Breast lift surgery, even in its simplest form, involves permanent visible scars. While they fade with time, they do not disappear. In addition, breast lift surgery involves a risk of lost sensation to the nipples and to other areas of breast skin. While most patients maintain the majority of their sensation, the possible loss of some sensation must be considered as well.

Following breast lift surgery, recurrent drooping of the breasts will definitely occur. In fact, the process begins again immediately, as the new breasts are exposed to gravity. The heavier the breasts, the quicker the whole process will resume. Further breast lift procedures may be desired in the future. In this procedure, while the nipple position is elevated and the amount of excess skin hanging below the breast fold is reduced, there is not typically a long-term increase in upper breast volume, as is desired by almost every patient. This is usually only reliably accomplished by the addition of implants, which may or may not be an appropriate and acceptable addition to the mastopexy procedure.

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Making the Decision

Every surgical procedure has inherent benefits, risks and limitations. Dr. Orringer wants you to feel comfortable asking any and every question that you may have at your initial consultation, preoperative visit, or at any time that we can assist you in determining whether breast lift Beverly Hills is right for you. Contact our Beverly Hills and Westwood-area practice to learn more about our breast lift procedures today!

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