Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

A breast lift, also called mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises and reshapes the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the tissue underneath. Over time, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, and gravity can cause the breasts to lose firmness and sit lower on the chest, often leading to a flatter or longer shape.

Dr. Dimitrios Motakis performs breast lift surgery with a focus on natural shape, balance, and minimizing scars. Rather than just tightening the skin, the procedure reshapes the breast from the inside to create a lifted result that looks natural and feels true to your body.

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Breast Lift and Volume: Do I Need More Fullness?

Many patients considering a breast lift are happy with their breast size but notice that fullness, especially at the top of the breast, has been lost over time. A lift improves position and shape, but fullness is a separate consideration.

There are two common ways this is addressed.

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Using your own tissue (auto-augmentation):
Your existing breast tissue is reshaped and repositioned to improve contour and subtle upper-breast fullness. This option is ideal if you want a natural, lifted look without implants.

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Breast lift with implants:
If you would like more noticeable fullness or have lost a significant amount of volume, adding an implant can provide a fuller, more defined shape, particularly in the upper part of the breast.

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Which Option Is Right for You?

If your main goal is to lift and reshape the breasts while staying close to your natural size, a breast lift using your own tissue may be the right choice. If you want more fullness or a rounder shape, combining a lift with implants may be more appropriate.

Every breast lift is personalized. Dr. Motakis considers your anatomy, skin quality, existing breast volume, and your goals to create a result that looks lifted, balanced, and natural, both in and out of clothing.

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During a Breast Lift, Dr. Motakis makes carefully planned incisions, typically around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease. Through these incisions, excess skin is removed, and the underlying tissue is reshaped to create a rounder, firmer, and more elevated contour. The nipple and areola are repositioned to a more youthful height and, if desired, resized for symmetry.

For patients seeking both lift and volume, implants or fat transfer can be incorporated into the same procedure (a combined augmentation-mastopexy). The surgery is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes two to three hours.

Every surgical plan is tailored to your unique anatomy and goals. Dr. Motakis uses advanced closure techniques to ensure delicate, fine-line scars that fade beautifully over time.

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Most patients return home the same day and are able to resume light activities within two weeks. Swelling, tightness, and tenderness are normal during the initial recovery period and gradually subside over two to three weeks.

A supportive garment is worn to aid healing and maintain shape. Full recovery—including return to exercise—typically occurs within four to six weeks. Results become more refined as swelling settles, revealing a lifted, youthful contour that continues to improve in softness and symmetry over several months.

Scars are positioned discreetly and fade progressively, supported by AvenueMD’s personalized post-operative care protocols.

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