{"id":45446,"date":"2025-11-26T12:54:49","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T12:54:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/looknatural.gr\/breast-lift-mastopexy\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T11:41:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:41:57","slug":"breast-lift-mastopexy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/looknatural.gr\/en\/breast-lift-mastopexy\/","title":{"rendered":"Breast Lift (Mastopexy)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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What is a breast lift (mastopexy)?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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A breast lift (mastopexy) is a surgical procedure aimed at improving the shape and position of the breasts, restoring the nipple-areola complex to its correct anatomical position. The procedure restores a firm and well-shaped breast.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Which women are ideal candidates for a breast lift?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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A breast lift is suitable for women who:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have breasts that have lost their shape and volume, appearing sagging, empty, or aged.
\u2022 Have nipples positioned below the inframammary fold or pointing downward.
\u2022 Experience skin laxity and loss of firmness, usually due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, gravity, aging, or genetics.
\u2022 Have breast asymmetry, with one breast positioned lower than the other.<\/p>\n

The procedure is recommended once breast development is complete, typically after the age of 18.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What are the degrees of breast sagging and when is a breast lift indicated?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Breast ptosis is determined by the position of the nipple in relation to the inframammary fold and is classified into degrees:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Pseudoptosis: The nipple is above the fold, but most of the breast volume lies below it. Often corrected with breast augmentation using small implants.
\u2022 Mild ptosis (Grade 1): The nipple is approximately at the level of the inframammary fold.
\u2022 Moderate ptosis (Grade 2): The nipple is below the fold but still above the main breast volume.
\u2022 Severe ptosis (Grade 3): The nipple is clearly positioned below the inframammary fold.<\/p>\n

Dr. Floros, after a detailed examination, selects the appropriate technique (breast lift alone or combined with augmentation\/reduction).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What are the main advantages of a breast lift?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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A breast lift offers significant benefits:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Dramatic lifting of sagging breasts and a more youthful shape.
\u2022 Restoration of volume in the upper pole of the breast.
\u2022 Firmer skin and reduction of stretch marks associated with sagging.
\u2022 Correction of breast asymmetry.
\u2022 Improvement of overall appearance and boost in self-confidence.
\u2022 Preservation of breastfeeding ability (does not affect the mammary glands).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What techniques are used in a breast lift?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The choice of technique depends on the degree of sagging, breast size, and the surgeon\u2019s assessment and preference. Depending on the procedure, incisions may include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Around the nipple (periareolar lift).
\u2022 Around the nipple and vertically down to the inframammary fold (vertical mastopexy).
\u2022 Around the nipple with vertical and horizontal incision at the inframammary fold (inverted T).<\/p>\n

Each of the above incisions represents a different type of procedure and is selected based on safety, size, shape, and the appearance of post-operative scars. Dr. Floros always aims for the best possible shape with the least visible scarring.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Can a breast lift be combined with augmentation or reduction?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Yes, a breast lift can be combined in the same surgical session with:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Breast Augmentation: For women with sagging and small breast size or volume loss. Silicone implants restore upper pole fullness, tighten loose skin, and achieve both lift and increase in size, offering a firm and lifted result.
\u2022 Breast Reduction: For women with excessively large and sagging breasts. The procedure removes excess glandular tissue and fat, corrects sagging, and repositions the nipple higher, improving both appearance and relieving functional issues (such as back\/neck pain).<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What is the procedure and duration of a breast lift?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u2022 Anesthesia: A breast lift is usually performed under general anesthesia.
\u2022 Duration: The procedure lasts approximately 1.5 to 3.5 hours.
\u2022 Procedure: The surgeon removes excess skin, repositions the nipple to a higher position, reshapes and tightens the breast tissue internally to create a new, firm contour.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What is the recovery time after a breast lift?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\u2022 Hospital stay: Usually one overnight stay is required for monitoring. In some modern techniques or milder cases, return home may be possible the same day.
\u2022 Return to work: For office work, return is possible within 7\u201310 days.
\u2022 Physical activity\/exercise: Intense exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for 4\u20138 weeks. Sudden movements and sexual activity should be avoided for about 2\u20133 weeks.
\u2022 Special bra: Wearing a supportive sports bra (without underwire) is recommended for about 1 month.
\u2022 Result: Results are visible immediately, but finalize within 3\u20136 months as swelling subsides and the breasts settle into their final position.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Are there risks or possible complications?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Like any surgical procedure, a breast lift carries rare risks, such as:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Mild inflammation or hematoma.
\u2022 Temporary changes in nipple or surrounding skin sensitivity.
\u2022 Visible scarring that may require treatment.
\u2022 Symmetry issues.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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BEFORE & AFTER<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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