Breast lift with and without implants. Before and after photos, how to do, prices

Mastoptosis is characterized by sagging mammary glands, which most often occurs after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Breast lift without the use of implants allows you to make its shape better. Photos before and after prove the positive effect of the procedure.

The degree of breast ptosis on the Reno scale

Breast ptosis is glandular and false. The first type is characterized by downward displacement of the areola and nipple, as well as flattening of the breast. With a false variety, the nipple and the areola remains in the same place when the glandular tissues flatten and the area below the areola increases.

Specialists determine the degree of breast prolapse according to a special Reno scale. According to her, the nipple should normally be at the mid-shoulder level. At the same time, the height of a woman does not matter. Its location below the submammary fold, which is under the breast, indicates ptosis.

The Renault scale divides breast sagging into:

• Grade 1 (easy)... The nipple is located above the main volume of the breast and at the level of the skin fold under the mammary gland.
• 2 degree (medium)... Areola above most of the chest and the breast crease.
• Grade 3 (advanced)... Displacement of the areola below the crease in the front of the chest.
• 4 degree (strong)... It consists in finding the nipple along the contour of the gland in the downward direction.
• False view... The lower part of the breast sags when the nipple remains above the submammary fold.
• Glandular species... The gland has a normal volume, the nipple remains in a normal position. In this case, the lower part of the chest sags strongly.

Indications for a breast lift

Women most often turn to a plastic surgeon for help because of a feeling of insecurity in their attractiveness, as well as dissatisfaction with their own reflection in the mirror. This is often a significant reason for surgery, because psychological stress negatively affects the health of the fairer sex.

Other factors forcing drastic measures include:

• chronic form of dermatitis in the area of ​​the chest fold;
• maceration of the skin, which appears due to poor ventilation of the integument due to ptosis;
• long lactation period;
• asymmetry of the breast;
• sharp and severe weight loss;
• age-related sagging of the mammary glands;
• congenital breast damage.

Breast tightening methods

Breast lift, photos before and after which show the effectiveness of the procedure, has several methods of carrying out.Each of them has its own characteristics, rehabilitation period, advantages and disadvantages.

Vertical mastopexy

A type of breast lift is used when external changes occur that patients try to suspend on their own. Lifting is carried out with sagging breasts of the 2nd degree.

The method is based on the removal of a fragment of the breast, which is responsible for the sensitivity and position of the nipples. The operation is carried out within a few hours. The surgeon makes a deep incision. Through it, it is possible to penetrate into the submammary fold.

Advantages of the method:

• the ability to change the shape and size of the nipples;
• natural effect;
• high result;
• weak chest trauma.

After the intervention, the patient needs to undergo a rehabilitation period. The procedure involves a week stay in the hospital. This is due to the occurrence of edema and the appearance of pain in the chest. All the unpleasant consequences of the operation require symptomatic therapy. The procedure leaves visible scars that run down from the nipples.

3 months after the lift, the woman's condition is completely back to normal. During this time, it is necessary to exclude high physical activity and wear slimming underwear.

Anchor mastopexy

The technique is so named due to the fact that an anchor-shaped incision is made on the chest. It is performed on both sides of the areola and is connected by a vertical line. The doctor branches along the inframammary ligament in different directions.

Breast lifting, a photo of which proves its effectiveness in advanced mastoptosis, is often carried out in conjunction with reduction mammoplasty. The anchor technique has its own distinctive features. A good result and its duration are achieved by removing excess skin and tissue in a large volume.

Cons of anchor mastopexy:

• leaves scars on the skin;
• trauma of the procedure;
• long recovery period;
• high likelihood of consequences after the intervention.

Periareolar (circular) mastopexy

Circular mastopexy is performed with anomalies of breast development, omission of 1 and 2 degrees, pseudoptosis. Not used for overweight people. A lift is performed by making an incision around the areola. This helps to remove excess tissue that has stretched out. Further, the gland is attached with special seams to the pectoral muscles.

The advantage of circular mastopexy is that breast sensitivity does not change due to unaffected nerve endings. After the intervention, a minimal amount of scars and scars remains. The breasts become more attractive and firm. The duration of the operation is 1 hour. The patient is under general anesthesia. The rehabilitation period takes 7 days.

Endoscopic mastopexy

Mastopexy leaves traces after surgery in the form of scars. For many patients, this feature is a big disadvantage. Based on this, a method was developed that reduces this disadvantage to zero. It's called the Endoscopic Lift.

The operation is carried out due to small punctures that leave barely noticeable traces after healing. With their help, a substance is injected into the mammary glands that reduces the risk of bleeding.

Further, special instruments are used that are inserted under the armpit through an incision. They allow you to separate the glandular tissue from the skin. A part is cut from it, the shape of which resembles a triangle. Finally, the fabric is tightened and the edges are stitched. Sutures are applied to all incisions made.

Combined mastopexy with augmentation mammoplasty

Mammoplasty, as a method of endoprosthetics, is considered the most effective procedure for improving the appearance of the breast.

The method gives the following effects:

• maintaining the sensitivity of the nipples;
• getting rid of ptosis;
• breast prosthetics after its removal in the treatment of oncology;
• improvement of the appearance and shape of the mammary glands.

Breast lift, the photo of which shows a natural effect, involves the use of silicone implants of various shapes. They are injected into the body to mimic a natural gland. At the same time, the breast is absolutely no different to the touch. For plastic surgery, general anesthesia is used, because the operation is quite complicated.

First, an incision is made in the chest. It is needed to insert the silicone mold behind the pectoral muscle or mammary gland. At the end, stitches are applied. Sutures are removed from the incisions 10 days after the intervention. Swelling of the breast is observed within 2 months. Its size is significantly increased due to this. After complete healing of the scars, the result can be assessed.

The main disadvantage of the type of facelift is a long rehabilitation period, which can last up to six months. During this period, it is important to follow the doctor's recommendations, wear compression underwear and take special medications. The risk of mastopathy and other pathologies also increases, and strongly visible seams remain. When choosing this method, it is important to understand that correction will be required over time.

Mammoplasty

There are several types of mammoplasty: breast reshaping, size reduction and full lift. All methods, except the first, are carried out without the use of implants.

Treatments that help change the appearance of your breasts:

• vertical mastopexy;
• anchor tightening;
• lipolifting;
• periareolar mastopexy.

Lipofilling

The technique of transplanting fatty tissues taken from other parts of the body into the breast is called lipofilling or lipomodelling. During the procedure, the specialist selects the area from which to take the fat. Most often, the material is removed from the buttocks or thighs.

Stages of the procedure:

• liposuction of the selected area;
• introduction of adipose tissue into the mammary glands.

Lipofilling gives good results. With it, you can enlarge your breasts by 1-2 sizes.

Other advantages of the technique:

• lack of general anesthesia;
• natural result;
• no scars and scars;
• short rehabilitation period.

The procedure is not easy and therefore requires the use of general anesthesia. The complexity of the operation lies in the removal of fat. This process is much more difficult than introduction.

The danger of lipofilling is in possible complications that arise due to tissue rejection. According to statistics, only 60% of the transplanted material remains. In the remaining 40% of cases, the tissue is absorbed or dies. After surgery, special underwear should be worn to fix the breasts.

Microcurrents using serums

The method is based on the impact of special sensors with currents on the breast and the use of a cosmetic serum. Together they give a great effect.

The advantages of the technique include:

• budget price;
• lack of surgical intervention;
• acceleration of metabolism;
• giving the skin elasticity and firmness;
• low risk of side effects;
• minimal discomfort.

The microcurrent procedure does not give such a pronounced result as with surgical plastic. Therefore, the tightening must be repeated regularly, otherwise the effect will disappear.

The use of microcurrents has contraindications:

• malignant neoplasms;
• mastopathy;
• cysts.

Laser lift

The technique appeared not so long ago. Scientists are still conducting research on its effectiveness. The technique involves directing and exposing the chest to a laser beam. Outgoing waves lead to tissue massage.

Advantages of a laser facelift:

• painlessness;
• increased blood circulation;
• improving the appearance of the skin;
• no interference with the body.

Despite all the advantages, the method has disadvantages. The effect of breast augmentation is not fully understood. Therefore, it is impossible to predict exactly what side effects to expect.

Mesotherapy

Breast lifting, photos before and after which reflect the improvement in the shape and appearance of the breast, is performed using injections.

The method involves the use of such drugs:

• Collagen. It provokes the formation of new cells that help to remove sagging breasts and serve as a frame.
• Hyaluronic acid Gives moisture to the skin of the bust and elasticity.
• Organic silicon. Fights stretch marks and scars.
• Components of plant origin. Moisturize and nourish the skin, normalize the balance of nutrients.

The specialist selects the necessary components for each patient, depending on the characteristics. Performs antiseptic surface treatment and local anesthesia. Using a thin, high-strength needle, the agent is injected to a depth of 2-4 mm. The manipulation is slow.

Positive actions of the procedure:

• lack of surgical intervention;
• rejuvenation effect;
• improving the appearance of the cover;
• individual approach.

After the mesotherapy procedure, bruises, an allergic reaction, itching, pain and redness may appear.

Mesothreads

Used to prevent prolapse of the mammary glands in the future. Provided that the total volume of the breast is preserved, they can be used to get rid of ptosis. Mesothreads are made of polydioxanone. The material is safe, it does not cause negative reactions of the body. Used for suturing after surgery.

At the beginning of the procedure, the surgeon marks the insertion sites with a marker. The woman is injected under general anesthesia and the cover is treated with an antiseptic. Using a special needle, the threads are inserted into the micro-cuts. Thus, a skeleton is created. The insertion sites of the threads are sealed with a plaster. After the procedure, no marks remain on the skin.

Advantages of using mesothreads for breast ptosis:

• short recovery period;
• lack of scars and scars;
• there is no effect on the work of the mammary glands;
• minimal tissue trauma.

The procedure is not performed for breasts larger than 2. Complications such as tissue subsidence and inflammation may occur. When inserted superficially, the threads remain visible. The effect lasts on average no more than 3 years. Sometimes it is necessary to repeat the tightening after a year.

Microline Mastopexy

Microline is a drug whose action is aimed at modeling the contours of the body. It has no analogues. Due to the lack of competition in the market, the price of the drug is high. For 1 package with a dosage of 10 ml, they require from 10 thousand rubles.

The main component of the filler is hyaluronic acid. The substance is of natural origin. It is synthesized in the body. Therefore, after the introduction of the filler on its basis, it is easily absorbed or excreted from the body.

At the beginning of the procedure, the specialist makes a marking of the area for better orientation. Further, the treated place is injected with lidocaine. Small incisions are made in the skin, into which special cannulas are placed. Syringes filled with gel are attached to them. 1 breast requires 100-150 ml filler.

The absence of anesthesia is an advantage of the procedure. In addition, after the injection of the gel, no scars or scars remain. The patient can immediately assess the result. The recovery period is extremely short.

Disadvantages of using a filler:

• price;
• gel migration;
• fast resorption of the gel;
• the risk of soft tissue fibrosis;
• filler interferes with X-ray and ultrasound;
• soreness of the procedure;
• the likelihood of breast asymmetry.

Benefits of mastopexy over other breast lift methods. Photo with and without implants

Photos of the mastopexy show the high efficiency of the operation. Breast lifting by other methods has a large list of contraindications and side effects. In addition, the procedure is performed without introducing foreign bodies into the body. This feature reduces the likelihood of complications.

Analyzes before surgery

Before undergoing a breast lift, a woman should be examined by a mammologist. During the appointment, the specialist will issue directions for the examination and testing.

List of diagnostic measures:

• ECG;
• breast ultrasound;
• EEG;
• biochemical, general blood test;
• tests for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis;
• fluorography;
• coagulogram;
• Analysis of urine;
• consultation with an anesthesiologist and therapist.

Preparing for surgery

The mastopexy procedure involves the preliminary carrying out of special measures:

• examination by a mammologist, therapist, plastic surgeon;
• consultation with an anesthesiologist;
• full body diagnostics;
• delivery of analyzes;
• adherence to proper nutrition;
• refusal to use alcoholic beverages and nicotine;
• reduced physical activity;
• exclusion of taking medications.

Anesthesia

The surgery can take a maximum of 4 hours. Due to this, mastopexy requires the introduction of the patient under general anesthesia.

Duration of surgery

The duration of the breast lift depends on the complexity of the situation. On average, the operation can take 1.5-4 hours.

Length of hospital stay

On average, the period of stay in the hospital after surgery is 3 days.

Possible complications

Mastopexy, like any other procedure requiring surgical intervention in the body, has a high probability of complications.

Consequences of a breast lift:

• swelling;
• hematomas;
• discomfort in the seam area;
• the appearance of infections;
• bleeding from the stitches;
• the formation of rough scars;
• decreased sensitivity;
• areola deformation;
• suppuration.

Are postoperative scars visible?

Breast lift, photo of which is marked by little visible scars after surgery, should be performed by an experienced surgeon. With careful suturing, the scars will gradually stretch.

In special cases, severe scars may occur, which are not easy to get rid of. To do this, you will have to apply such cosmetic procedures as resurfacing and laser correction.

Features of breast lift after childbirth

If, after giving birth, the woman decides to breastfeed the baby, the operation is unacceptable. During this period, only massages, exercise and wraps are allowed to improve the condition of the mammary glands.

Can I breastfeed after mastopexy?

The mammary glands are not affected during the operation. The surgeon works only with adipose tissue and skin. Mastopexy is not a prohibition on breastfeeding.

Resilience of the result

Correctly performing breast lift surgery guarantees that the result will be preserved for many years. It should be borne in mind that pregnancy and excess weight gain can speed up the sagging process. A slight change in the shape of the mammary glands does not affect the position of the nipple. He remains as the doctor made him.

For a lasting effect, it is recommended that you visit your plastic surgeon regularly for checkups. For safety reasons, at the slightest changes in the chest, it is necessary to consult a specialist.

Breast lift price, what does it depend on?

The breast lift procedure is expensive. The price depends on both the complexity and the amount of work. In addition, it is influenced by the professionalism and qualifications of the surgeon.

The table shows the prices for various types of mastolexia in Moscow clinics:

Tips for choosing a clinic and a specialist

When choosing a doctor for a mastopexy, a woman should pay attention to his qualifications, experience and patient reviews.

It is also important to consider such nuances:

• Clinic advertising. The indicated information does not always correspond to reality. It is recommended to find out the reviews of patients who actually performed the tightening procedure in this institution.
• The setting in the clinic. Wards and other premises of a private hospital should not lead to negative emotions and cause uncomfortable feelings.
• Cheapness. It is not recommended to save money on such a serious procedure.Choosing the most budgetary clinic, patients run the risk of running into poor hospital conditions and low qualifications of the surgeon.

The operative breast lift procedure is popular among a large number of women. Most often, patients are satisfied with the results of the intervention. Photos before and after confirm that mastopexy can quickly get rid of ptosis of the mammary glands.

Video about the breast lift procedure and the rehabilitation process

What does the breast look like before and after the lift: