Breast Procedures
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Restoring a firmer, more youthful breast position
Overview
A breast lift raises and reshapes breasts that have begun to sag, often as a result of pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight change, or the natural effects of ageing and gravity.
Unlike augmentation, a lift does not add significant volume — it repositions existing tissue — though the two can be combined for patients wanting both lift and fullness.
The pattern of scarring — from a small scar around the areola alone to a full anchor-shaped pattern extending down and along the breast crease — is chosen based on how much lift and skin removal is actually needed, not applied uniformly to every patient.
Candidacy
Is Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Right for You?
- Breasts that sag or have lost their youthful shape
- Nipples that point downward or sit below the breast crease
- Breast skin that has lost elasticity
- Wanting to address sagging without necessarily changing breast size
- Realistic expectations about scarring in exchange for reshaping
What to Expect
Your Journey
- 01
Consultation
Assessment of breast shape, skin laxity, and nipple position to plan the most appropriate lift technique and expected scar pattern.
- 02
Procedure
Performed under general anaesthesia, repositioning breast tissue and the nipple-areola complex, and removing excess skin.
- 03
Recovery
A supportive surgical bra is worn for several weeks while swelling settles and the breasts take their final lifted shape.
Recovery
Recovery & Aftercare
Most patients return to light activity within 1–2 weeks, with full exercise resuming around 6 weeks post-op once cleared at follow-up. Scars continue to fade and flatten over the following year, which is a normal part of how surgical scars mature.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a lift be combined with implants?
Yes — many patients choose to combine a lift with augmentation for both a higher position and additional fullness.
How long will results last?
Results are long-lasting, though future pregnancy, weight change, and ageing will continue to affect breast shape over time.
Is scarring significant?
Scar extent depends on the amount of correction needed; your surgeon will plan the technique that achieves the goal with the least scarring possible.
Will a lift make my breasts smaller?
Not necessarily — a lift primarily repositions existing tissue rather than removing significant volume, though some tissue is typically removed as part of reshaping.
Is a breast lift the same as a reduction?
No — a reduction removes a meaningful amount of tissue to decrease size, while a lift focuses on repositioning existing tissue to a higher, firmer position, though the two are sometimes combined.
Have Questions About Breast Lift (Mastopexy)?
Every case is different. Get in touch to discuss your situation, or keep reading for more on candidacy, recovery, and what to expect.
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