Texas Breast Lift — Dr. David M. Turner

Providing expert mastopexy to patients in Austin, Round Rock and San Marcos, TX

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What is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift, or mastopexy, is the name given to the surgical procedure that lifts and firms the breasts. In Texas, this operation is usually performed to:

• correct sagging or drooping breasts as a result of childbirth
• improve breasts that have started to droop due to the effects of gravity and the aging process
• improve breasts that have lost tone and elasticity

A breast lift can be performed as a stand-alone technique or in conjunction with breast augmentation. Many patients seek the services of Dr. David M. Turner in Austin, TX, for this popular plastic surgery. He and his staff are pleased to welcome patients from throughout the area, including Round Rock and San Marcos.

How is a Breast Lift Performed?

There are several techniques for breast lift surgery, but the most common method involves three separate incisions:

• One incision is made around the nipple.
• Another vertical incision runs from the bottom edge of the nipple to the crease under the breast.
• The third incision is horizontal from beneath the breast and follows the natural curve of the breast crease.

When Dr. Turner performs his breast lifts in Austin, he removes the excess breast skin and then shifts the nipple and areola to a higher position. The skin that had been located above the areola is brought down and together beneath it. Sensation is kept because the nipples and areolas remain attached to underlying mounds of tissue, which also allows the ability to breastfeed after the breast lift surgery. Sometimes, the horizontal incision beneath the breast and the vertical incision can be avoided.

The procedure usually takes around two to two and a half hours and is performed under a general anesthetic. Although the operation can sometimes be done on an outpatient basis, most women who undergo a breast lift with us in Austin require a one-night stay.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift?

If you are looking to improve your appearance or to correct sagging breasts, then this procedure can help. However, you must be realistic about what mastopexy can achieve. A breast lift can work wonders, but it will not increase the size of your breasts unless an implant is also used. Women who are emotionally stable and understand the limitations of the procedure are likely to be good candidates for Dr. Turner's breast lift procedures in Austin.

What is the Recovery Process for a Breast Lift?

You will feel tired and sore for a few days after your breast lift and will have slight swelling and bruising. Most of your discomfort will subside with over-the-counter or prescription medication. Following the operation you will have a light dressing in place, which will need to be kept dry for two weeks until it is removed. The scars from your breast lift will be firm and pink for at least six weeks and may remain the same size for several months. It is important to keep in mind that these marks may take up to two years to fade, so patience is necessary. In the months after your breast lift, you will have follow-up visits in our Austin office so we can check on your progress.

Results of Austin Breast Lift: Before and After Pictures

A breast lift is often a life-changing experience for our patients in Austin, with many reporting a feeling of increased self-confidence. Some of our patients also find it extremely beneficial to look at Austin breast lift before and after pictures to gain insight into what kind of results they may achieve with the surgery. Exploring these images is an excellent way to understand how mastopexy can help you attain your goals.

What are Austin Breast Lift Costs?

The staff at Dr. Turner's office will be happy to discuss with you, on an individual basis, Austin breast lift prices. Like all plastic surgery procedures, the costs associated with a mastopexy can vary based on many factors.

To learn more about breast lifts in Austin, please take a moment to contact Dr. Turner today. He is pleased to offer the procedure to patients across the region, including Round Rock and San Marcos. Discover how his compassion, experience and expertise set him apart from other Austin mastopexy surgeons.