A breast lift surgery also known as
the Redrapage mammaire is a surgical process performed by a plastic surgeon
that changes the shape of the breast. The procedure involves the removal of excess
skin and reshaping the breast tissue in order to raise the breasts.
People usually choose breast lift
procedures when they notice sagging on their breast lifts or their nipples
pointing downwards. Oftentimes such surgery boosts their self-confidence or self-image.
While you should know that going through a breast lift surgery won't certainly
change the size of your breasts. It can also be done in combination with breast
reduction or breast augmentation.
With age your breasts start
changing, they lose firmness and elasticity. Some causes of breasts change include
the following:
● Pregnancy- A typical reason for a change in breasts is pregnancy. This is simply due to the fact that the ligaments which support your breasts during pregnancy get heavier and fuller. This becomes a reason for the sagging of breasts irrespective of the fact that you breastfeed your baby.
● Weight fluctuations- Weight changes due to loss or gaining of weight might cause the breast skin to lose and stretch elasticity.
● Gravity- Gravity over time causes
the ligaments in the breasts to sag and stretch.
With a Redrapage mammaire surgery, the position of your nipples
can be raised and the sagging can be reduced significantly. It is thus
important to note that not everyone can go through the procedure of a breast
lift. It can be done on any breast size and the women with the smaller sagging
breasts tend to have longer results.
Risks
involved.
Like any major surgery, a breast lift poses a risk of
bleeding, infection, and an adverse reaction to anesthesia. It's also possible
to have an allergic reaction to the surgical tape or other materials used
during or after the procedure. There are several risks involved in
the procedure of breast lift. They are as follows:
★ Scarring- It is important to remember that you will be left with scars and these scars are permanent. The scars will soften and fade within one or two years. In the case of poor healing, the scars can become wide and thick.
★ Changes in breast sensation or nipples- While the sensation might return within several weeks, there might be some permanent loss of feelings. Although erotic sensation won’t be affected.
★ Irregularities or asymmetry in the shape and size of the breasts- This could occur as a result of changes during the healing process. Also, surgery might not successfully correct pre-existing asymmetry.
★ Partial or total loss of the nipples or areola-Rarely, the blood supply to the nipple or areola is interrupted during a breast lift. This can damage breast tissue in the area and lead to the partial or total loss of the nipple or areola.
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Difficulty
breast-feeding. While breast-feeding is usually possible after a breast lift,
some women might have difficulty producing enough milk.
Be prepared to answer
questions about current and past medical conditions. Tell the doctor if you
have a family history of breast cancer.
Share the results of any
mammograms or breast biopsies. Talk about any medications you're taking or have
taken recently, as well as any surgeries you've had. To determine your
treatment options, the doctor will examine your breasts — including the
position of your nipples and areolae.
He or she will also consider the quality of your skin tone. Breast skin that has a good tone will hold the breasts in a better position after a breast lift. The doctor might also take pictures of your breasts for your medical record.