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How does the breast lift surgery work?
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Is Breast Lift surgery safe?
- Although the breast lift technique has been improved during the last few years, as with any surgical procedure, it carries some risk. Possible risks include bleeding, infection, blood clots or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
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- It is therefore advisable to follow closely all directions given to you from your surgeon before and after surgery. Consult with your doctor and know about all the possible complications and risks associated with the breast lift surgery.
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What are the precautions I need to take after the surgery?
- There are some basic precautions after surgery: wear a good support bra for three months following surgery, don't lift anything that causes you to strain for two to three weeks following surgery and don't reach higher than your head for two weeks following surgery.
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How much time does it take to recover?
- Generally, your breasts will continue to heal for three months after surgery although you will be able to return to work within one week’s time. Your breasts will be sore for a few days following the procedure and you should continue with light activity for two to three weeks. You need to wait for six weeks to return to your regular strenuous activities after having the breast lift surgery.
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When will I be able to see the results?
- Although the results are quite immediate you should not risk taking the bandages off to check. Your bandages will be removed in a few days at a post-operative visit and then you will switch to a soft support bra which will be worn for 21 days. Do not waiver with these instructions. It could risk improper healing and could damage your sutures with the strain (weight) of your breast. After 21 days you will more than likely be able to go without a bra but this isn’t advised. You should at least wear a bra either in the day or at night while you are sleeping. The breasts will eventually sag or lose their firmness once again as you age. Although they will sag at a faster rate if you choose to not wear a bra most of the time.
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How long does a Mastopexy last?
- Any surgery can not be considered permanent as far as aging, gravity and your personal bra-wearing habits go. Although we can attempt to slow its process by maintenance and healthy eating. Whatever the case, a woman’s breast tissue, in 95% of cases, will sag eventually. Regardless of having had mastopexy, a breast will sag again. It may be years from now, but you may need an additional mastopexy depending on your habits of bra wearing, this may be slower. It is supposed that a breast may sag again after 15 years with part time bra wearing, less than half that in a bra is hardly worn. If you have very thin skin, even less. Be safe and wear a bra.