Podniesienie piersi – techniki chirurgiczne i efekty zabiegu w zależności od stopnia opadania

Breast lift – surgical techniques and effects of the procedure depending on the degree of ptosis

Introduction

Breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure aimed at correcting sagging breasts and restoring a more youthful appearance. With age, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and changes in body weight, the bust can lose its shape and firmness. Mastopexy can restore their attractive appearance without the need to increase their volume with implants.

Degrees of breast ptosis

Aesthetic surgeons classify breast ptosis according to four basic degrees:

Surgical techniques used in mastopexy

Periareolar lift

• Minimally invasive technique
• Incision around the nipple
• Used for mild ptosis

Vertical lift

• Incision around the nipple and vertically downwards
• Allows for more significant correction
• Moderate degree of ptosis

Anchor lift (anchor or inverted T)

• Most advanced method
• Used for significant loss of volume and ptosis
• Three incisions: around the nipple, vertical, and horizontal in the inframammary fold

When should you consider the procedure?

• Breasts have lost firmness and volume
• Nipples are below the inframammary fold
• Breast shape asymmetry
• Changes after pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss
• Lack of satisfaction with appearance in and out of clothes

Effects of mastopexy procedure

• Lifting and shaping of breasts
• Improvement of body proportions
• Increased physical and psychological comfort
• Possibility of combining with breast augmentation (in case of volume deficit)

Comparison of effects by degree of ptosis

Recovery and recommendations

• Wearing a surgical bra for 4–6 weeks
• Limitation of physical activity
• Avoiding sleeping on the stomach
• Medical check-ups
• Full effects visible after 3–6 months

Summary

Breast lift is an effective way to improve the appearance of the bust and regain self-confidence. The choice of appropriate technique depends on the individual case and the degree of breast ptosis. The procedure can be performed alone or in combination with augmentation, which yields even more satisfactory results.