Since a breast lift is considered an elective cosmetic procedure, health plans typically do not cover the cost. Our team can provide you with a detailed quote for the procedure during your consultation. We also offer several financing options for our patients.

In some cases, significantly heavy, sagging breasts can contribute to upper back, neck, and shoulder pain. By lifting and reducing the weight of breast tissue, a mastopexy may help alleviate discomfort in these areas.

A Mastopexy, or breast lift, is a procedure with a starting cost of around $12,000, tailored to each patient's needs. This cost includes Dr. Vitena’s fees, anesthesia, the use of the surgical facility, and all follow-up visits. The procedure involves removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue to lift and enhance the shape and contour of the breasts.

In some cases, patients may choose to have breast implants along with their breast lift surgery to enhance volume and achieve a more lifted look. However, it's important to note that opting for implants can increase the overall cost of the surgery due to the added complexity, the cost of the implants themselves, and the longer duration of the procedure and recovery.

Provided you maintain a stable weight, the lifted breast contour and improved shape from a mastopexy can last for many years. However, natural aging and gravity still affect breast tissue over time. Some sagging may recur, but typically not to the same degree as before surgery.

You'll need to sleep on your back or side for the first week or two after surgery to avoid putting pressure on the breasts. Once initial healing has taken place, you can go back to sleeping on your abdomen if you wish. We provide detailed post-op instructions on activities like sleeping positions.

Significant weight gain or fluctuation after your breast lift could affect your results. It may stretch out the skin and cause sagging or drooping breasts over time. Maintaining a steady weight is ideal for preserving your lifted breast contour long-term.

Some women can still breastfeed after a mastopexy, while others may have difficulty. Be sure to discuss plans for future breastfeeding with Dr. Vitenas at your breast lift consultation.

You may experience numbness or changes in nipple sensitivity after surgery. This is usually temporary. Normal sensation typically returns within a couple of months as the nerves heal. Be sure to communicate any nipple sensation issues with Dr. Vitenas during your recovery.

Yes, a breast lift and breast augmentation are commonly combined (for added volume). A breast lift can also be combined with a breast reduction or a tummy tuck to create a customized mommy makeover procedure. Dr. Vitenas will help you determine the best options for achieving your cosmetic goals.

Yes, breast lift surgery can be combined with breast augmentation using implants to not only lift the breasts but also enhance their size and shape. This combination procedure is often referred to as augmentation mastopexy.

Breast lift surgery primarily addresses sagging and reshapes the breasts for a perkier appearance. While it may create the illusion of increased size due to improved projection, breast lift surgery alone does not significantly change the actual volume of the breasts.

Breast lift surgery focuses on lifting and reshaping the breasts rather than reducing their size. However, if you desire both a lift and a reduction in breast size, your surgeon can discuss combining breast lift with breast reduction surgery to achieve your desired outcome.

Recovery time after breast lift surgery varies among individuals. However, you should see final results after about 3 months, when the breasts completely settle into their final lifted position.

Breast lift surgery does result in scars, typically around the areola, vertically down from the areola to the breast crease, and sometimes horizontally along the breast crease. However, these scars will continue to refine over the first year as you fully heal.

Yes, breast lift surgery is designed to provide a naturally lifted appearance to the breasts by reshaping and repositioning them to a more youthful position on the chest. The goal is to achieve results that look harmonious with your body proportions.

Absolutely. Breast lift surgery is not only effective in lifting and reshaping the breasts but also in addressing asymmetry. Depending on your specific needs, breast lift surgery can be customized to achieve better symmetry. In some cases, additional procedures such as breast augmentation may be recommended to address differences in size or shape between the breasts, ensuring a balanced and harmonious result. 

While breast lift surgery can provide long-lasting results, the effects of aging, gravity, and lifestyle factors may eventually affect breast shape and position over time. However, maintaining a stable weight and following post-operative care instructions can help prolong the longevity of your results.

Yes, breast lift surgery can address stretched or elongated nipples by lifting and reshaping the breast tissue, which may result in a more proportionate and aesthetically pleasing nipple position.

Yes, breast lift surgery is specifically designed to address drooping or pendulous breasts by removing excess skin, reshaping the breast tissue, and repositioning the nipples to a higher, more youthful position on the chest.

Yes, breast lift surgery can be performed in conjunction with breast implants to achieve a lifted, more youthful breast contour while preserving or enhancing breast volume. Your surgeon can discuss the best approach based on your individual anatomy and aesthetic goals.

Yes, breast lift surgery can correct changes in breast shape or position caused by aging, weight loss, pregnancy, or breastfeeding by lifting and reshaping the breasts to a more youthful position on the chest.

Breast lift surgery typically does not affect your ability to undergo mammograms, as the breast tissue remains accessible for screening. However, it's essential to inform your healthcare provider about any prior breast surgeries to ensure appropriate imaging techniques are used.