Breast Lift

Breast Surgery in Oakland, El Cerrito, Berkeley and Emeryville, California

Having breasts that are youthful and perky in appearance is important to maintaining feelings of self-confidence after pregnancy, aging, or serious weight loss. All of these things, as well as genetics, play a role in making your breasts sag, creating problems with self-image.

At The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito, we understand the important role body image plays in overall self-satisfaction. One of the cosmetic surgery procedures we offer is the breast lift. This procedure can help you regain your sense of confidence by improving your appearance.

Enhancing Image through the Breast Lift Procedure

A breast lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that can dramatically improve the appearance of your breasts. In this procedure, Dr. Gabriel Patino will make a small incision around your nipple or underneath your breast. The nipple is repositioned and the contours of your breasts are reshaped. Excess skin is then removed, and your breast is contoured to precisely match your body's frame.

This procedure can be done on its own, or in conjunction with other breast enhancement procedures to provide you with a look that makes you feel confident and secure in your body. Commonly, women with larger breasts combine a breast lift with breast reduction surgery, while smaller breasted women look at breast augmentation options to provide a fuller, more appealing look.

Recovery after Breast Lift Surgery

As with any surgery, some recovery time will be necessary after a breast lift. This recovery time will be prolonged if you combine breast lift surgery with another cosmetic procedure. But on its own, breast lift surgery requires very little down time.

After your surgery, Dr. Patino will close the incisions with dissolving sutures. This eliminates the need to come back in to have your sutures removed. A special bra will be provided for you to wear for the first two weeks following your surgery. This bra will provide additional support while also reducing swelling.

Some swelling, redness, and mild discomfort may occur during your recovery time. This is temporary, and can be reduced by avoiding strenuous exercise and physical activity. In most cases, your breasts should be completely healed within four weeks.

After your brief recovery time, you will be able to go forward with increased confidence and a renewed sense of desirability.

For more information, please see Questions about Breast Lift Surgery.

If you live in or around Oakland, El Cerrito, Berkley or Emeryville, California and are interested in learning more about breast lifts, please contact the breast enhancement specialists at The Cosmetic Surgical Center of El Cerrito to schedule an initial consultation.