Reconstructive and cosmetic plastic surgery have both grown in popularity in recent years. In fact, millions of people worldwide have come to embrace not only its aesthetic benefits but also its medical advantages. One particular type of procedure that has been widely popular is breast enhancement operations.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, chest enhancement procedures account for over 200,000 cosmetic procedures done in the US alone. 

This trend seems to rise as years go by and more people discover the many advantages of breast plastic surgery. A great example is the correction of breast ptosis or “saggy” breast tissue through a procedure called breast mastopexy. 

Another cosmetic procedure, called breast augmentation, can also help address other breast deformities, which may happen due to genetics, aging, and other factors. As if that’s not enough, you can also achieve optimal chest enhancements by doing both procedures simultaneously. This is called breast augmentation mastopexy.

If you think this is what you need, then keep reading to learn how augmentation mastopexy in Miami is performed. 

What Is the Difference Between Mastopexy and Breast Augmentation?

Before going into detail, you should first get to know mastopexy and augmentation individually. After all, plastic surgeons originally did these procedures separately before modern science made it possible to do both. 

Breast Mastopexy or Breast Lift

Breast lift or mastopexy refers to a procedure that involves raising the breast by removing excess skin. It also involves specific breast tissue manipulation to achieve the patient’s desired appearance. 

Breast lifts have three different kinds depending on the type of incision technique used. Your plastic surgeon will recommend a specific method based on your body structure and what you want to achieve. 

• Periareolar – or “donut lift” involves making a circular incision around the edge of the areola or nipple. Typically, surgeons recommend this to individuals with large areolas but minimal breast sagging. 

• Vertical incision- this type of lift follows the periareolar incision but extends the cut downward from the areola.

• Inverted T incision – this type of procedure benefits women with significant breast sagging. It involves three incisions: the one used in the periareolar and vertical incision, and within the breast fold or the crease.

Ultimately, breast lift helps reshape your chest area by removing excess skin to give the breast a firmer and fuller look. 

Breast Augmentation or Implants

On the other hand, augmentation procedures involve placing implants (e.g., saline, silicone) in the breast to give it volume and size. Implants can be placed in three ways: through the inframammary, trans-axillary, and periareolar.

What Is Augmentation Mastopexy?

This type of combined cosmetic surgery refers to a procedure that increases breast size while restoring its shape and firmness. Simply put, the combined operation not only enlarges the breast but also lifts it to achieve optimal enhancement.

How Is It Performed?

Before going through a breast augmentation mastopexy in Miami, it is best to consult your plastic surgeon first about the procedure. This involves discussions about the best kind of implant, incision techniques, and recovery.

Generally, breast augmentation can go in conjunction with the mastopexy procedure. This may last for at least 3 to 5 hours. However, you can also opt for a “staged” approach wherein you’ll undergo one procedure first then wait at least three to six months before performing the second one.

Here’s how the procedure is typically performed in the operating room

• You will be given general anesthesia and/or sedation to feel no pain or any discomfort.
• Then, your surgeon will make the proper incision technique based on the treatment plan you both agreed on. 
• The incision will create a pocket-like feature in the breast area where the implant will be placed. 
• Your doctor will then proceed with the breast lift by moving the areola or adjusting the breast tissue into the desired position. Next, excess skin is trimmed to give the chest the desired contour.
• Finally, your surgeon will close the incision with sutures and proceed to do the same procedures on the other breast.

How Long Does It Take to Recover from Augmentation Mastopexy?

Right after your procedure, you can see an immediate result in the shape and volume of your breast. However, scarring in the incision lines can still be seen, and the area can feel tender, painful, or itchy. But your doctor will prescribe you the right medications to counteract pain and any discomfort.

After two weeks, you will see the swelling, soreness, and discoloration gradually subside. However, it will take at least several months before your breast fully settles and feel normal again. 

Is This Procedure Right for You?

Anyone can undergo this procedure as long as you’re in good health and healthy weight. But some of the most common reasons why people get breast augmentation mastopexy in Miami include:

• Sagging or droopy breast that lost its firmness due to pregnancy, weight gain/loss, aging, and other factors.
• Asymmetrical breast in terms of size and shape.
• Asymmetrical areolas or those pointing in different directions.
• Desiring a fuller and firmer chest.

Where to Get Augmentation Mastopexy in Miami?

The decision to enhance any part of your body is a very personal and delicate matter. So if you’re thinking of getting any breast enhancement operations, it’s best to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon consultant.

At Plastic Surgery Institute of Miami, we provide pre-operative consultation to determine the best course of treatment to achieve your desired goals. Our head plastic surgeon, Dr. Thomas Zaydon, has over 20+ years of experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. 

Besides augmentation mastopexy, we also provide other breast enhancement procedures, such as:

• Breast reduction surgery in Miami
• Breast augmentation
• Breast lift
• Removal or replacement of ruptured implants

Whether it’s an inquiry about breast reduction scars or the cost of implants, we’ve got you covered! 

Give us a call or visit our website so you can get in touch with our team of experts and learn more about cosmetic surgeries.

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