A slackened, sagging breast causes dissatisfaction for many women. They would like the breast to be back in the position where it used to be and wish for a well-shaped, firm bust. Especially with a large breast, physical problems such as back pain can also arise. A surgical breast lift (mastopexy) can lead to firm, youthful breasts again. The breast is raised and brought back almost to its original shape. This can lead to more self-confidence and self-assurance.
Reasons for breast slackening
There are many reasons why the female breast becomes slacker over the course of life. A pregnancy and the subsequent breastfeeding period can lead to a slackening of the breasts. Other contributing factors are significant weight loss, the natural ageing process and a congenital connective-tissue weakness. In addition, gravity can cause large breasts to sag (sagging breasts). Some breasts also develop differently, resulting in asymmetry. Many women then feel uncomfortable and suffer from the changed body image.
Consultation for a breast lift
In the detailed initial consultation, Dr. Özdemir discusses your wishes and concerns with you. He examines precisely what is individually suitable and possible for your body. He also advises you on whether a pure breast lift is indicated in your case. With a breast lift, only the shape of the breast is corrected, not the fullness.
For very large, sagging breasts, a breast reduction (mammary reduction) is usually also performed in combination with the breast lift in order to further improve the result. Here, the plastic surgeon additionally removes glandular tissue together with skin to create a firm, youthful bust.
If, in addition to breast slackening, there is also a loss of volume, e.g. after a pregnancy, an additional breast augmentation (mammaplasty) with an implant may be sensible. The choice of the right implant ensures a beautiful, natural result. Dr. Özdemir will advise you in detail on this if necessary.
Dr. Özdemir discusses the possible incision techniques with you. He then also explains the possible complications of the procedure and is happy to answer your questions in detail. Feel free to book a non-binding consultation appointment.
Course of the breast lift in Vienna
In contrast to a breast reduction, a breast lift does not remove glandular and fatty tissue with skin from the lower area of the breasts; only the excess skin is removed. The slackened breasts are raised and reshaped. This achieves a significantly firmer, tighter appearance of the breast. In addition, Dr. Özdemir moves the low-lying nipples back up to their original position. If necessary, an enlarged areola is reduced in order to obtain a well-proportioned result.
Various techniques are available depending on the breast shape and degree of slackening. Scarring can run only around the areola (O-incision). It can additionally have a bridge leading downwards (I-incision) and, if necessary, a scar can also remain in the inframammary fold (T-incision). The technique used depends on the respective initial findings and is as scar-sparing as possible. The scars lighten over time and are barely visible later.
An overview of the incision techniques
The operation takes place under general anaesthesia. Depending on the extent of the procedure, you should spend one or two nights in the clinic. As Dr. Özdemir uses self-dissolving sutures, no suture removal is necessary.
After the breast surgery
Afterwards, you will be fitted with a special support bra, which should be worn for 6 weeks to avoid swelling and promote the healing process. Reddish discolouration and swelling can occur. Most swelling subsides again after about two weeks.
You should refrain from heavy lifting and carrying. After about a week you are fit for work again in professions that do not require physical labour. You should avoid exercise that strains the chest muscles (e.g. tennis, push-ups, swimming), as well as the sauna and solarium, for at least six weeks.
