Breast Lift in Tampa Bay, FL
Restore and reshape with breast lift surgery
Breast Lift in Tampa Bay, FL
Amelia Tampa Bay Specializes in Breast Lifts.
For many women, the passage of time and significant life chapters, such as the effects of weight fluctuation, the profound journey of pregnancy, the demands of breastfeeding, the natural aging process, or even inherited genetic predispositions—can lead to noticeable changes in breast shape and position.
If you're observing concerns like a lowered nipple position or an elongated breast form, a breast lift in Tampa Bay, Florida, at Amelia Tampa Bay, offers an impactful and tailored solution.
This transformative surgical procedure, formally known as mastopexy, is expertly crafted to restore a more youthful, elevated, and aesthetically pleasing breast contour, significantly enhancing your overall silhouette and boosting your self-assurance.
The fundamental aim of a breast lift is to elevate the nipple and areola to a higher position, reposition the breast tissue, and reshape the breast to a more youthful vantage point on the chest.
Patients are also provided the option to refine or reduce the size of the areola during this procedure, if that aligns with their personal aesthetic goals.
Performing a breast lift in Tampa Bay, Florida, involves the careful excision of any excess, sagging skin and the precise tightening of the underlying breast tissues, effectively reshaping and providing crucial internal support to the breast structure.
It’s important to differentiate this procedure from breast augmentation. Breast augmentation primarily focuses on increasing breast volume, while a lift is dedicated to skillfully repositioning and firming your existing breast tissue for a more uplifted and resilient appearance.
Given that these two procedures achieve distinct aesthetic objectives, it is quite common and often highly beneficial for them to be combined, frequently through a breast lift with implants, to achieve both enhanced volume and breast shape.
The cost of a breast lift at Amelia Tampa Bay in Tampa Bay, Florida, often includes bra line liposuction. Bra line lipo improves overall breast shape and facilitates a seamless, gracefully smooth transition from the breast to the torso.
By strategically removing specific fat around the bra line area, plastic surgeon Dr. Shabaaz Sandhu can achieve a superior breast shape and a more defined, aesthetically pleasing contour.
During your private consultation, Dr. Sandhu will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your unique anatomy. You and Dr. Sandhu will engage in a detailed discussion about your specific aesthetic goals, enabling him to meticulously craft a personalized surgical plan precisely tailored to achieve your desired personal goals.
Dr. Sandhu and the dedicated team at Amelia Tampa Bay deeply appreciate that every woman's physique and desires are distinct, and we are committed to developing a treatment plan that perfectly aligns with your ideal outcome.
Am I a good candidate for a breast lift?
You might be a good candidate for a breast lift if you're concerned by one or more of the following:
- Sagging breasts that have lost their shape and firmness.
- Nipples that sit below the breast crease when the breasts are unsupported.
- Stretched skin and enlarged areolas.
- Breasts that feel long and hang lower than you'd like.
- Your breast size is comfortable, but the shape and lift are not.
What do breast lift scars look like?
Lollipop Lift Scar
The lollipop lift scar goes around the areola and down the center of the breast, kind of like a lollipop! The breast tissue from the lower part of the breast can either moved up to the center or removed to make the breast a little less heavy.
Anchor Lift Scar
An anchor lift scar goes around the areola, down the front, and along the breast crease. This type of lift removes the most loose skin to reshape the breast and reposition the nipple.
Donut Scar
The donut lift scar circles around the areola and is typically only used in tuberous breast cases.
Breast Lift Types
Anchor Lift
Like the lollipop, the breast tissue from the lower part of the breast can either be moved up to the center or removed to make the breast a little less heavy. The anchor lift is most useful for very large breasts or in those with a significant amount of excess skin.
- Uses an additional horizontal incision that follows the natural breast fold
- Typically better suited for individuals with large breasts and/or significant skin laxity
- Removes excess skin, addresses nipple placement with the option to resize the areola
Donut Lift
The donut lift scar circles around the areola and is typically only used in tuberous breast cases. Though this scar is the smallest of the three types of lifts, it’s the least common type of lift because it doesn’t reshape the breast as well as the other types and puts a lot of tension on the areola. As a result, the areola can stretch out over time.
- Least common of all the lift types
- Changes nipple position, but with minimal reshaping of the breasts
- Has a higher risk of resulting in a very large areola
What is an auto-augmentation?
Auto-augmentation is a surgical technique used during a lift to maintain the size of the breast by repositioning the tissue from the bottom of the breast to the middle. Did you know you have a choice when it comes to the final steps of a lollipop and anchor lift?
- Keep the breast the same size with an auto-augmentation.
- Make the breast about one cup size smaller by removing the breast tissue from the bottom.
Benefits of a Breast Lift
- Comprehensive Pricing: The cost of your breast lift includes all pre-operative, surgical, and post-operative appointments, anesthesia, surgeon fees, and operating room fees, ensuring no hidden costs during your journey.
- Enhances Proportion and Symmetry: A breast lift reshapes and elevates sagging breasts, creating a more balanced figure and addressing any natural asymmetries.
- Boosts Confidence: Many patients experience increased self-esteem and a more positive body image after achieving their desired breast shape and position.
- Restores Youthful Contour: This procedure removes excess skin and tightens surrounding tissue, resulting in a more youthful and lifted appearance.
- Bra Line Liposuction Included: At Amelia, bra line liposuction is often included at no additional cost for improved shape and contour.
- Experienced Surgical Team: Amelia’s skilled plastic surgeons specialize in breast procedures and will work closely with you to develop a personalized surgical plan tailored to your needs.
Breast Lift Results and Recovery Timeline
- 7-10 Days
Expect swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort. - 6 Weeks
Many patients are cleared to resume normal exercise. - 6 Months
Much, but not all of the swelling has resolved for many patients, and is often when your “after photos” are taken. - 12 Months
Though you'll see improvements along the way, patients typically achieve their long-term results around 12 months post-op.
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Our Pricing Includes:
- All pre-op, surgical, and post-op appointments
- Anesthesia, surgeon, and operating room fees
- Individualized pre- and post-op support from our clinical team
- A dedicated Patient Care Coordinator to guide you throughout your entire journey
