Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Restore youthful breast position and shape with expert breast lift surgery. Dr. Kim uses advanced techniques to elevate sagging breasts and create a more lifted, attractive contour.
SURGERY TIME
2-3 Hours
ANESTHESIA
General
RECOVERY
2-3 Weeks
RESULTS
Long-Lasting
Restore Your Breast's Youthful Position
A breast lift, medically known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to lift and reshape sagging breasts. Over time, factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight loss, aging, and gravity can cause breasts to lose their firmness and descend. A breast lift addresses these changes by removing excess skin, tightening surrounding tissue, and repositioning the nipple and areola to a more youthful position.
Unlike breast augmentation, which focuses on adding volume, a breast lift primarily addresses shape and position. However, both procedures can be combined if you desire both lift and increased fullness. Dr. Kim specializes in customizing each breast lift to your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals, ensuring natural-looking results that enhance your confidence.
Benefits of Breast Lift Surgery
Achieve a more youthful, uplifted breast contour
Elevated Position
Lifts sagging breasts to a more youthful, aesthetically pleasing position on the chest wall
Reduced Areola Size
Can reduce enlarged areolas that may have stretched over time or during pregnancy
Improved Breast Shape
Creates a firmer, more rounded breast contour with better projection and proportion
Tighter Breast Tissue
Removes excess skin and tightens surrounding tissue for a firmer appearance
Nipple Repositioning
Moves nipples to a more central, forward-facing position for optimal aesthetics
Restored Confidence
Enhanced breast appearance often leads to improved self-esteem and body image
Am I a Candidate for Breast Lift?
Determining if breast lift surgery is right for you
You May Be a Good Candidate If:
Your nipples point downward or sit below the breast fold
Your breasts have lost shape and volume after pregnancy
You've experienced significant weight loss causing sagging
Your breasts are elongated or pendulous in shape
One breast sits lower than the other (asymmetry)
Your areolas have become enlarged over time
You have good skin elasticity
You're at a stable, healthy weight
You're in good overall health
You're finished having children (recommended)
You don't smoke or are willing to quit
You May Not Be a Candidate If:
You're currently pregnant or breastfeeding
You plan to have more children soon
You have uncontrolled diabetes or health conditions
You have poor skin elasticity
You're a heavy smoker unwilling to quit
You desire larger breasts (need augmentation instead)
You have active breast infection or inflammation
Your weight fluctuates significantly
You have unrealistic expectations
You're not prepared for recovery time
Breast Lift(Mastopexy: Starting at $9,500
This Includes:
Board-certified plastic surgeon with 25+ years experience
All surgical fees and anesthesia
FDA-approved implants (silicone or saline)
Accredited surgical facility
Post-operative care and follow-up visits
Implant warranty registration
Variables Include:
Fat grafting for enhanced natural cleavage
Premium Motiva implants (softer, more natural feel)
Advanced scar management protocol (minimizes visible scarring)
Combination procedures
Note: Final investment depends on implant choice, technique, and your specific goals. Most patients invest $10,500-$17,500.
Real Patient Results
See the natural, beautiful transformations Dr. Kim's patients have achieved
Frequently Asked Questions
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The "pencil test" can help determine if you need a lift: place a pencil under your breast. If it stays in place without being held, you likely have some degree of sagging. More specifically, if your nipple is at or below your breast fold (inframammary crease), you're a candidate for a breast lift. Dr. Kim will assess your nipple position, skin quality, and breast shape during your consultation.
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Dr. Kim takes great care to preserve blood flow and nerve connections to the nipple during surgery, which helps maintain the ability to lactate. However, there's always some risk that milk ducts could be affected. If you're planning to have more children, discuss timing with Dr. Kim, as pregnancy and breastfeeding after a lift can reverse results.
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Results are long-lasting, typically 10-15 years, though breasts will continue to age naturally. Factors that affect longevity include: maintaining stable weight, pregnancy and breastfeeding, skin quality, breast size (larger breasts sag faster), and genetics. Wearing supportive bras can help maintain results longer.
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Scarring depends on the technique used. Benelli has scars only around the areola. Vertical adds a line from nipple to breast fold. Anchor adds a horizontal crease scar. Initially, scars are pink/red but fade to thin white lines over 12-18 months. Most scars are well-hidden under bras and swimwear. Dr. Kim uses meticulous closure techniques to minimize scarring.
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The On-Q system is a pain pump that delivers continuous local anesthetic directly to the surgical site for 3-5 days after surgery. This significantly reduces post-operative discomfort and decreases the need for narcotic pain medication. Most patients report minimal pain during recovery thanks to this system.
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Most patients return to desk work in 1-2 weeks. Physical jobs requiring lifting may require 3-4 weeks off. Avoid upper body exercise, heavy lifting, and strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks. Walking is encouraged immediately. Cardio can resume at 3-4 weeks. Full unrestricted activity typically at 6-8 weeks post-op.
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Temporary changes in nipple sensation are common immediately after surgery. Most patients experience increased or decreased sensitivity for several weeks to months. Permanent loss of sensation is rare (less than 5%) when surgery is performed by an experienced surgeon like Dr. Kim who takes care to preserve nerve connections.
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Yes! Breast lift is commonly combined with breast augmentation, breast reduction, tummy tuck, or liposuction as part of a "Mommy Makeover." Combining procedures saves on anesthesia and facility costs and requires only one recovery period. Dr. Kim will assess whether combining procedures is safe for you during consultation.
Ready to Restore Your Breast's Youthful Position?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your breast lift goals with Dr. Kim