Breast Lift Surgery

Breast Lift Surgery

  • Overview
  • Approach
  • Appointments
  • Consultation
  • Locations
  • Doctors

    • What is breast lift surgery?

    A breast lift, or breast mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises and reshapes the breasts. The procedure will make breasts firmer and shapelier if they have sagged. Breast lifts will not change the size of the breast. Those interested in volume or size changes in the breast, as well, should consider an augmentation/reduction in conjunction with a breast lift.

     

    Is a breast lift right for me?

    There are many reasons a woman may be interested in a breast lift. Some survivors of breast cancer may wish to optimize their breast reconstruction results. Some mothers may be looking to regain shape or firmness after pregnancy or breastfeeding. Many others are combating natural changes in breasts that come from age, heredity and weight fluctuations.

    If you are looking to combat sagging of your breasts, this procedure may help you. Typically, patients who benefit most from mastopexy, or breast lifts, are those who have stretched skin and reduced breast volume caused by aging. Women who are breastfeeding or pregnant, or may become pregnant, should not have a mastopexy. Your results will also be less optimal if you plan on losing a significant amount of weight after your surgery.

    It is important that any candidate for breast lift surgery be in good health, with no active diseases or serious, pre-existing medical conditions. Because of interference with normal wound healing and other potential complications, U-M Health does not currently take candidates for breast lifts who smoke. When preparing for your surgery, your care team will provide guidelines for eating, drinking and smoking as you approach your surgery date.

    Our Approach

    At U-M Health, we know every patient is unique and that setting expectations leads to a better outcome. Our surgeons work with patients to identify specific goals and results to reach for during a consultation. During the visit, you will have a chance to ask questions, decide the best course of surgery, and design your preparation and recovery. Based on this consultation, your surgeon will recommend the surgical technique best for you.

    During this consultation, plan on providing a complete medical history. This includes any information about previous surgical procedures, medical conditions, and medications or supplements. Be prepared for a physical examination of your breast size and shape, including the quality of skin and location of the nipples. To support your confidential medical records, measurements and a photograph will be taken of your breasts before surgery. Finally, expect to discuss any possible risks and possible complications that can come from surgery.

    Your Surgeons & Care Team

    The plastic surgeons and care team members who perform breast lifts and help patients recover from the procedure are experts in their field. All of our surgeons are board-certified in plastic surgery and have years of experience in breast reconstruction surgeries. Many of our surgeons are also active in research around breast surgery to help make sure that women are happy with the outcomes of their surgery.

    Appointment Information

    Call 734-998-6022 to schedule a consultation or get more information from a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

    Consultation

    During the visit, you will have a chance to ask questions, decide the best course of surgery, and design your preparation and recovery. Based on this consultation, your surgeon will recommend the surgical technique best for you.

    During this consultation, plan on providing a complete medical history. This includes any information about previous surgical procedures, medical conditions, and medications or supplements. Be prepared for a physical examination of your breast size and shape, including the quality of skin and location of the nipples. Measurements and a photograph will be taken of your breasts before surgery for reference and placed in your confidential medical records. Finally, expect to discuss any possible risks and possible complications that can come from surgery.

    Locations
    • Plastic Surgery Clinic | Brighton Center for Specialty Care 7500 Challis Rd
      Entrance 1, Level 2
      Brighton, MI 48116-9416       Get Directions
    • Plastic Surgery Clinic | Domino's Farms 24 Frank Lloyd Wright Dr Ste A1200
      Lobby A
      Ann Arbor, MI 48105-9484       Get Directions

    Doctors

     Search for a U-M Health doctor     Robert Harris Gilman, MD

    Robert Harris Gilman, MD, DMD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Surgery

    Jessica Jen-Tau Hsu, MD

    Jessica Jen-Tau Hsu, MD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Plastic Surgery

    Jeffrey Hall Kozlow, MD

    Jeffrey Hall Kozlow, MD

    Clinical Professor

    Plastic Surgery, Surgery

    Theodore Alexander Kung, MD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Plastic Surgery

    William Michael Kuzon, Jr., MD

    William Michael Kuzon, MD

    Professor

    Plastic Surgery

    Lauren Elizabeth Marquette, MD

    Lauren Elizabeth Marquette, MD

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Plastic Surgery, Surgery

    Adeyiza Olutoyin Momoh, MD

    Adeyiza Olutoyin Momoh, MD

    Professor

    Plastic Surgery, Surgery

    Paige Myers, MD, MPH

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Plastic Surgery

    Noah Saad, MD

    Noah Saad, MD

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Plastic Surgery, Surgery