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Breast Lift Candidacy

Houston, Texas

Houston Breast LiftA breast lift, or mastopexy, is an effective procedure to lift and reshape both small and large sagging breasts. This cosmetic surgery is common for women who have had multiple pregnancies and now have droopy breasts. It is also common for women whose breasts have begun to sag with age.

Am I a Candidate?

The best candidates for a breast lift are women who:

  • Are over age 18 and physically healthy
  • Have sagging breasts (with stretched skin and a loss in volume)
  • Desire breasts that are tighter and firmer, not larger or smaller
  • Are emotionally well-adjusted
  • Have realistic expectations
  • Fully understand the procedure
  • Are not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Do not have plans to lose an excessive amount of weight

While Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Lapuerta can perform a mastopexy on breasts of any size; women with smaller breasts seem to gain the most benefits from mastopexy.

Improving the shape of your breast can increase your self confidence. However, this procedure will not change who you are and will not permanently change your breast’s shape and firmness. Gravity and the effects of aging will continue, and revision surgery may be necessary in future years. Potential breast lift candidates must keep this in mind.

When to Postpone Your Surgery

If you intend to have children in the future, it is a good idea to wait to undergo a breast lift. Pregnancy will stretch your breasts and often reduces their volume. This stretching and volume loss will reverse the outcome of a mastopexy.

Breast Lift after Significant Weight Loss

If you lose a significant amount of weight, you may have a newfound sense of confidence but your breasts could be left droopy because of the fat loss. After you have achieved your goal weight, breast lift is an ideal option for restoring the volume and shape of your breasts.
If you are bothered by sagging breasts and believe a breast lift may enhance your self-confidence, please contact board-certified Houston Breast Lift Surgeon Dr. Lapuerta who can answer your questions and help you weigh your options. We serve patients in the Houston, Texas area. Please call our office today.

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