Breast augmentation, reduction, and lift are three common surgical procedures aimed at altering the size, shape, and position of the breasts. Each procedure serves a different purpose and is tailored to the individual’s needs and goals:
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure designed to increase the size and enhance the shape of the breasts using implants or fat transfer techniques.
It is commonly performed on women who desire larger breasts, have asymmetrical breasts, or have experienced volume loss in their breasts due to weight loss, pregnancy, or aging.
The procedure involves placing silicone or saline implants either behind the breast tissue or beneath the chest muscle (pectoral muscle).
Recovery typically involves temporary soreness, swelling, and bruising, with full results becoming noticeable after a few months as swelling subsides.
Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammoplasty)
Breast reduction surgery is aimed at reducing the size and reshaping the breasts by removing excess breast tissue, fat, and skin.
It is often performed on women with disproportionately large breasts (macromastia) that cause physical discomfort, pain, posture problems, or limitations in physical activity.
The procedure involves making incisions around the areola, vertically down the breast, and sometimes horizontally along the breast crease, allowing the surgeon to remove excess tissue and reshape the breasts.
Recovery involves some discomfort, swelling, and bruising, with full recovery typically taking a few weeks to several months.
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Breast lift surgery is intended to raise and reshape sagging or drooping breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to create a more youthful and uplifted breast contour.
It is often performed on women whose breasts have lost elasticity and firmness due to factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, or aging.
The procedure involves making incisions around the areola, vertically down the breast, and sometimes horizontally along the breast crease, allowing the surgeon to remove excess skin and reshape the breast tissue.
Recovery involves some swelling, bruising, and discomfort, with full results becoming apparent as swelling subsides and the breasts settle into their new position.