Breast Uplift

How is breast uplift performed?

• The operation is performed under general anaesthesia
• It takes about sixty to ninety minutes
• Most patients stay in hospital for one night
• If you work is not physical, expect to return to work after one week
• Expect to be back to normal physical exercise within four to six weeks

As with most surgical procedures, there are many options, depending upon the patient’s wishes, technical considerations and surgeon preferences.
At consultation, Mr Malik will advise upon the best option for you. However, basically there are three incision types:

• Around the areolar
• Around the areolar and vertical running from the areolar to the breast crease
• Around the areolar and vertical running from the areolar to the breast crease then it continues horizontally along that crease

If you decide that you want your breasts made larger, then at the same time as the uplift implants can be inserted in your breasts. The size and types of these implants will be discussed with you at consultation.

Following the operation
As with all surgery, you must expect to feel bruised and sore. Your breasts are likely to be swollen. You may be asked to sleep on your back, and to avoid straining or bending for a few weeks. You may also have to wear a support bra. Most patients are able to fully resume normal activity within three to four weeks.

As with all scars, the scars will fade over a period of time. In many women, they heal to form very faint white lines. However, it is important to remember that no surgical scar ever totally disappears.

Risks & Complications
Cosmetic surgery is amongst the very safest of medical procedures. However, all patients must understand and accept that no surgical procedure is absolutely free from risk.
At Consultation, Mr Malik will discuss these risks with you. In addition, they are all fully outlined in the “Patient Guide” for Breast Uplift.

How long will the results of your breast augmentation last?
For the great majority of women, the results last for very many years. Certainly until an age where the woman would not wish for any further minor corrections. Factors that may reduce this period include:-

• Women with larger heavier breasts tend to sag again somewhat earlier
• Women who opt for larger implants
• Women who gain significant amounts of weight following surgery
• Women who become pregnant may get significantly larger breasts that sag again