Houston Plastic Surgery Blog

Breasts change shape over a woman's lifetime for many reasons. The breasts are supported by semi-loose suspensory ligaments that allow for natural breast movement. Over time, these ligaments lose some of their strength. The skin also loses elasticity, which causes breasts to sag and lose their shape. Other major contributing factors include breast feeding, weight loss or gain, and gravity.

A breast lift is a plastic surgery procedure that helps restore breasts that lack firmness. The breast lift procedure also corrects nipples that have begun to point downward and also correct enlarged areola.

Mastopexy, the most common breast lift procedure, involves moving the nipple and areola to a higher position on the chest, then removing skin on the underside of the breast. Incisions are generally made around the areola and beneath the breast.

Patients may undergo a breast lift with or without the insertion of breast implants. The decision to include breast implants is dependent on the patients needs and is not always necessary to successfully perform a breast lift.

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Leo Lapuerta is highly skilled and can help you make the best decision for about your breast lift, and help you understand your personal needs.

To find out if a breast lift procedure might be right for you, please contact Dr. Lapuerta's Houston area office.