What is a Breast Lift?
If you are unhappy with the shape and perkiness of your breasts, then a breast lift by Dr. Howard S. Sutkin in Los Gatos, CA, could give you the firmer bust line you desire. A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, reshapes your breasts into a better contoured and more youthful appearance. It is one of the most popular procedures at The Cosmetic Institute. Women from all across the area – such as residents of Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Sunnyvale and Campbell – have enjoyed the benefits of a mastopexy with Dr. Sutkin.
Los Gatos Breast Lift: Before and After Pictures
To gauge whether mastopexy is right for you, please take a look at some Los Gatos breast lift before and after pictures. Dr. Sutkin will be pleased to show you his selection of mastopexy before and after pictures during your initial consultation.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift?
Many of the women who come into our Los Gatos office for a breast lift complain that that their breasts have started to droop because of weight loss, pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging or gravity. Sagging breasts begin to point downward, instead of outward, and usually lack firmness or substance. The breasts may even feel “empty,” as if there is too much skin compared to the amount of breast tissue.
How is a Breast Lift Performed?
Our breast lifts in Los Gatos can be performed using either a local or general anesthesia and are usually done on an outpatient basis. The most common breast lift technique at our facility is an anchor-shaped incision along the natural contour of the breast. Working through this incision, Dr. Sutkin sculpts the excess skin and tissue and repositions the nipple to give your breast a new and youthful appearance. To finish the firming and shaping, the skin is pulled snugly around the new nipple, and the incisions are stitched closed.
Another option for our breast lift patients in Los Gatos is a procedure known as “doughnut mastopexy.” This surgical method requires less tissue removal and involves a much quicker recovery time. In a doughnut mastopexy, Dr. Sutkin makes circular incisions around the areola and then removes an area of skin that resembles a doughnut shape.
What Can I Expect After a Breast Lift?
Once your breast lift is complete, the incisions are covered in gauze, and your breasts are bound with an elastic bandage. After a few days, the bandage is replaced with a snug surgical bra. You may experience some bruising and swelling, although medication eases much of this discomfort. Within one to two weeks, our mastopexy patients will return to our Los Gatos location to have their stitches removed.
As with most cosmetic surgery, breast lift complications are rare, but include excessive bleeding, infections and a reaction to the anesthesia. For best results, Dr. Sutkin recommends that you cease smoking for two weeks before and two weeks after surgery. Other concerns include unevenly positioned nipples and a temporary or permanent loss of feeling in your breasts. To maximize the success of your breast lift and to minimize the risk of complication, Dr. Sutkin and his Los Gatos medical team will give you specific instructions for surgical preparation and postoperative care.
What is the Cost of a Breast Lift in Los Gatos?
When determining the cost of your breast lift in Los Gatos, there are numerous factors to consider, including the extent of the surgery and whether another procedure is performed at the same time. For more detailed information about Los Gatos breast lift prices, please schedule an appointment with Dr. Sutkin and his knowledgeable staff.
If your breasts have lost their shape and tone, then a breast lift at The Cosmetic Institute in Los Gatos can help. We work with various women who are self-conscious about their figure because of a droopy and unflattering bust line. Our patients include residents of Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Sunnyvale and Campbell, as well as other nearby locations. Please contact us today to set up a consultation with Dr. Sutkin, so you can be on your way to a firmer, younger-looking body.
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