Breast augmentations and breast lifts are each popular breast procedures, and some patients opt to have them completed together to receive the most comprehensive results. Breast augmentation uses implants to enhance breast size and shape, and a breast lift elevates and reshapes sagging breasts to a more youthful position.
If you are interested in a breast augmentation with lift in Scottsdale, Dr. Nachbar can work with you to determine if combining the procedures will be a good fit for you. At Scottsdale Plastic Surgery, we are here to support you on the path to finding your ideal appearance.
Known medically as augmentation mammoplasty, this procedure enhances the size of your breasts by putting breast implants under your breast tissue or chest muscles. Implants may consist of silicone, saline, or structured saline. Dr. Nachbar can help you determine which type of implant will be best for you.
Modest breast enlargement is possible without implants using fat transfer, but most patients desiring breast augmentation are looking for a greater change than is possible with fat transfer alone.
You may find a breast augmentation beneficial if you want larger breasts, one breast is smaller than the other, or you are interested in changing the size of your breasts after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
Known medically as a mastopexy, a breast lift can rejuvenate your breasts if they have become droopy or saggy. Many patients find it beneficial after weight loss, pregnancy, or nursing, and others whose breasts developed differently can also benefit.
A breast lift involves removing excess skin and then tightening the remaining tissue to create a youthful and perky appearance. This procedure generally also reduces the size of your areolas if they have enlarged.
Patients in Scottsdale can receive a variety of benefits from a breast augmentation with a lift. Performing these two procedures in one sitting can provide enhanced breast volume and shape, which can improve self-confidence for many patients.
Combining a breast augmentation and lift can create fuller, youthful breasts with a natural appearance. Additionally, since the lift will move the breasts to an optimal position and improve their shape, you may not require as much volume in your implants. This will help your results look even more natural.
Another benefit of a breast augmentation with a lift is a shorter recovery time, compared to having each procedure completed individually. You will be able to return to your regular routine sooner, rather than having to undergo two separate recoveries.
During a Scottsdale breast augmentation with lift, Dr. Nachbar will begin by making incisions in the pattern that was discussed during your consultation. For most patients, this includes incisions around the nipple/areola, downward from there, and then across the breast. The incision location is determined by where you have extra skin. Excess skin will be removed, with the remaining tissue raised to a youthful and perkier position.
Next, your implants will be inserted and positioned under your pectoral muscles.
When your implants are in place, the surrounding tissues will be recontoured, and the incisions will be closed. The procedure usually takes around three hours to complete and is an outpatient procedure, meaning you can return home later the same day.
If you are interested in a breast augmentation with lift in Scottsdale, our team is here to help. During your initial consultation, we will discuss your medical history and what you hope to achieve with the procedure, along with performing a physical exam. These steps help Dr. Nachbar determine if this procedure is the best fit for you to ensure optimal outcomes, and will allow him to discuss that procedure as well as other options that could be helpful. Dr. Nachbar is dedicated to partnering with you from the first consultation to every follow-up appointment.
Schedule a consultation today to learn more about your options for achieving your aesthetic goals.
