Baltimore, MD

Breast Lift

Give Your Breasts New Life

Breast lift surgery, or mastopexy, raises and reshapes sagging breasts.

Dr. Tag is a board-certified specialist in aesthetic plastic surgery and aesthetic surgery, with a focus on cosmetic breast enhancement procedures such as breast lift surgery. Dr. Tag performs mastopexy to reduce excess skin, tighten the supportive tissue of the breasts, and boost the breasts.

What Is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift is a breast procedure that addresses sagging breasts caused by various life changes and the natural aging process. Think of it like this: if you place a pencil horizontally in the fold beneath your breast and it stays put instead of falling, it’s a sign that your breasts have lost some of their firmness, often due to excess breast skin. This sagging or “ptosis” can happen after pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight fluctuations, or simply due to genetics and the passage of time.

Significant weight changes can lead to excess skin in the breasts, contributing to drooping.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding cause the breasts to swell and stretch the skin, resulting in a noticeable change. When your breast size returns to normal, the skin doesn’t always bounce back, leading to drooping. Aging also contributes to a natural decrease in skin elasticity and firmness of the breast tissue. Breast lifts, also known as mastopexy, involve removing excess skin and eliminating excess skin to achieve a more youthful position for the breasts and nipples. A breast lift repositions the breast tissue and nipple, elevates the nipple position to a more youthful position, removes loose skin, and restores a perkier, more youthful appearance. The desired outcome is to achieve youthful-looking breasts.

Consider the “pencil test”: If you were to take a pencil, place it in the fold beneath your breast so that the pencil is held parallel to the ground, does the pencil fall to the floor? Or does your breast crease hold the pencil in place? If your breast holds the pencil, you may be a candidate for a breast lift. Mild sagging may be addressed with less invasive techniques, such as a donut or peri-areolar incision.

The sagging shape of the breasts may be holding the pencil. Perky breasts do not usually have enough excess skin to hold the pencil against the chest wall. There are several contributing factors when it comes to drooping breasts, including:

  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
  • Aging
  • Weight fluctuations
  • Genetics

Over time, all areas of our bodies are susceptible to sag and loss of firmness; the breasts are no different. Pregnancy and breastfeeding alter the appearance of the breasts, which swell during pregnancy, causing the skin to stretch and become more prominent.

The skin doesn’t always shrink as your breast size stabilizes, resulting in drooping skin. These changes also occur as a simple fact of aging. Breast lifts focus on reshaping and elevating the breasts and nipples to a more youthful position by removing excess skin, but do not significantly increase breast volume. If more fullness is desired, combining a breast lift with another breast procedure, such as augmentation, may be recommended to achieve your desired outcome.

What Are the Benefits of a Breast Lift?

A breast lift lifts sagging breasts to a higher position on the chest, giving you a firmer and more youthful contour. This procedure can also:

  • Correct nipples that point downward or sit below the breast crease
  • Reduce the size of enlarged areolas if desired
  • Improve symmetry between breasts
  • Enhance your overall confidence and comfort

Some patients can experience temporary changes in nipple sensation after a breast lift, but sensation typically improves during recovery.

Unlike breast augmentation, which adds volume, a breast lift reshapes the natural tissue of your breasts by tightening the remaining tissue to enhance firmness and contour. It’s a great option if you’re happy with your breast size but want to restore shape and firmness.

Breast Lift Candidates

Women seeking breast lift surgery are usually interested in correcting one or more of the following issues:

  • Sagging breasts
  • Stretched/enlarged areolas
  • Deflated breast shape
  • Drooping breasts
  • Nipples pointing downward
  • Nipples that have fallen below the breast crease

It is recommended that candidates consult with board-certified breast lift surgeons to ensure the highest standards of safety and achieve optimal, natural-looking results.king results for patients seeking to enhance their breast volume.

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Whats The First Step?

Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Tag. He’ll evaluate your breast shape, skin quality, and overall health to determine the best surgical approach.

This appointment is a chance to discuss your goals, ask questions, and review before-and-after photos. Patient education is a key part of the process, ensuring you are fully informed about the procedure, risks, and recovery so you can make the best decision for yourself. Dr. Tag will explain what to expect, including recovery and potential risks, ensuring you have realistic expectations and feel confident moving forward.

Preparing for Your Breast Lift Surgery

Preparing for your breast lift surgery is an important step toward achieving the best possible results and a smooth recovery. Before your breast lift procedure, you’ll meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals, review your medical history, and address any questions or concerns you may have. During this consultation, your surgeon will carefully assess your breast tissue, the amount of excess skin, and your overall health to determine the most effective approach for your breast lift.

To minimize the risk of complications, you may be asked to stop taking certain medications, such as blood thinners, and to avoid smoking in the weeks leading up to your breast lift surgery. It’s also essential to arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure and to have a support system in place to assist you during the initial recovery period. By following your surgeon’s pre-operative instructions and preparing both physically and mentally, you’ll set the stage for a successful breast lift and the beautiful, natural-looking results you desire.

How We Perform Breast Lift Surgery

Dr. Tag performs mastopexy surgeries, also known as breast lift procedures, in a properly equipped and accredited surgery center or a hospital. A breast lift is performed under general anesthesia, with careful planning of incision types to achieve the best results. We’ll discuss the surgical facility and surgical appointment during your consultation. You will be sedated with general anesthesia until the procedure is complete.

  • Upon waking, you will feel groggy and sore. We will then move you into a comfortable recovery room until we clear you to return home.
  • You will need to arrange for someone to accompany you to the appointment, remain for the duration, and drive you home afterward. There will also need to be someone at your home with you continuously for the next 24 hours.

Our incisions depend on several factors, mainly the degree of ptosis and excess skin. There are three types of incisions:

  • Around the areolas (this incision looks like a donut shape)
  • Around the areolas and vertically downward toward the breast fold (this incision resembles a lollipop shape)
  • Around the areolas, vertically downward to the breast fold, as well as horizontally along the breast fold (this incision resembles an anchor)
  • More extensive incisions, such as the anchor technique, may result in more visible scarring and breast lift scars, but these typically fade over time with proper care.

Dr. Tag uses these incisions to lift and reshape the tissue that supports the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the remaining tissue. This breast procedure increases the firmness of your breasts and raises their position. The nipple position and areola are elevated for a natural look, and Dr. Tag may reduce the size if that is part of your treatment plan.

Once everything is reshaped and looking good, Dr. Tag closes the incisions. These incisions will heal into very discreet scars. Any vertical incision may be slightly more noticeable, but it becomes lighter and flatter over time.

Some patients may choose to combine their breast lift with breast implants or breast augmentation surgery to enhance breast size, shape, and overall results.

Breast Lift Procedures

Modern breast lift procedures have greatly benefited from advancements in surgical techniques and technology, enabling more personalized and effective treatments. Depending on your unique needs and the degree of sagging breasts or excess skin, your plastic surgeon may recommend different types of breast lift surgeries, such as the lollipop incision, anchor incision, or peri-areolar incision. Each technique is designed to address specific concerns and deliver a more youthful appearance to your breasts.

Many patients choose to combine their breast lift with other procedures, such as breast augmentation to enhance volume or breast reduction to achieve better proportions. With the expertise of a skilled plastic surgeon and the latest technology, you can look forward to natural-looking results and a rejuvenated breast contour that complements your body and boosts your confidence.

Breast Lift Recovery

You should get up and walk around a couple of hours after surgery to promote healthy blood flow. You will likely feel sore, and your breasts will be swollen. We will prescribe a pain reliever or recommend an over-the-counter pain reliever to help you feel more comfortable.

Wearing support garments and handling your breasts gently will help minimize swelling and promote optimal healing during recovery.

You should be home for a few days after surgery. Most patients experience manageable discomfort and are able to return to normal activities, such as work, within a week, but listen to your body and do what’s right for your recovery.

You’ll need to sleep on your back during this time to promote proper healing and settling of the breast tissue and avoid strenuous exercise for 4-6 weeks.

You can begin wearing underwire bras about eight weeks after surgery. During this time, you will start to see your final results.

Minor changes in shape and decreases in swelling can continue for up to a year, but you will see your final results a couple of months after the procedure.

- Why Choose Taghizadeh in Owings Mills, MD

Why Choose Dr. Tag?

Dr. Tag is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience and a refined artistic eye, dedicated to delivering natural-looking, beautiful results tailored to each patient’s unique anatomy and goals. His commitment to safety, precision, and patient comfort ensures a seamless surgical experience from consultation to recovery.

Dr. Tag holds prestigious affiliations with the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the American Society of Reconstructive Surgery (ASRM), and the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). These memberships highlight his ongoing commitment to the highest standards of surgical excellence and ethical care. Recognized by peers and patients alike, he has earned accolades such as Baltimore Magazine’s Top Doctor, RealSelf’s Top Doctor, and Castle Connolly’s Top Doctor—credentials that reflect his reputation for outstanding skill and patient satisfaction.

At U Plastic Surgery + Aesthetics in Owings Mills, Dr. Tag combines state-of-the-art technology with a personalized approach, ensuring every patient receives attentive care tailored to their needs. His warm bedside manner and thorough consultations help patients feel informed and confident throughout the entire process. If you’re looking for a surgeon in Baltimore who balances experience, artistry, and genuine care, Dr. Tag is an excellent choice to entrust with your breast lift journey.

How Much Does Breast Lift Surgery Cost In Baltimore, MD?

The cost of breast lift surgery in Owings Mills and the greater Baltimore area typically starts around $6,000 to $10,000. During your consultation, Dr. Tag’s team will provide a detailed estimate and discuss financing options available to you.

Breast Lift Surgery and Insurance

While a breast lift procedure is most often considered cosmetic surgery and not covered by insurance, there are exceptions in certain cases. If your breast lift is performed in conjunction with a breast reduction to alleviate medical issues such as back pain or skin irritation, your insurance provider may cover part of the cost. It’s important to consult with both your board-certified plastic surgeon and your insurance company to understand your coverage options and any potential out-of-pocket expenses.

Many plastic surgeons offer flexible financing options and payment plans to help make breast lift surgery more accessible. By exploring your insurance benefits and available payment solutions, you can make an informed decision about your breast lift and move forward with confidence, knowing you’re investing in your health and well-being.

Schedule Your Consultation With A Breast Lift Surgeon

If you live in or around Baltimore and are interested in breast lift surgery, please call the practice of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Maakan Taghizadeh.

We’re happy to answer your questions over the phone and arrange a consultation for you at U Plastic Surgery + Aesthetics!

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