Women from all over the country visit Dr. Robert Cohen for a breast lift in Beverly Hills. This procedure is performed in order to restore an aesthetic, youthful shape to sagging breasts.
Breast Lift Overview
Why have a breast lift procedure?
Aging and gravity cause the natural suspensory ligaments of the breasts to stretch, which can lead to sagging, even for those with smaller breasts. Breastfeeding can cause the internal breast tissues to shrink, which can leave the breasts flatter and droopier, and weight loss can also produce a deflated breast appearance, which bothers many women.
All of these problems can be improved by a breast lift (mastopexy), which not only lifts, but also reshapes the breasts.
If you’re interested in a breast lift in Beverly Hills, Dr. Cohen would love to speak with you and answer all of your questions. Request a consultation or call (310) 288-0641 to schedule an appointment.
Breast Lift (Mastoplexy) Before & After Photos
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About this patient
This patient is a 52-year-old female who presented to my Los Angeles office with complaints of breast size smaller than desired as well as ptosis (drooping), laxity of the abdomen, and extra fat of the flanks and outer thighs. She preferred to avoid implants.
About this patient
This 46 year old female patient had previously undergone abdominoplasty surgery as well as liposuction by another surgeon. She presented to me with concerns of droopy breasts which were smaller than she wanted, as well as a step-off of the lower abdominal incision, dog-ears of the right lateral abdomen and excess fat of the flanks, inner and outer thighs.
A personalized Beverly Hills breast lift
Every breast lift that Dr. Cohen performs is customized to meet the physical, emotional, and lifestyle needs of the individual.
During your consultation for a breast lift in Beverly Hills, he will spend a great amount of time thoroughly going over all aspects of the surgery to be sure that you understand all of your options. He will carefully guide you in making the best choices for your desired outcome.
What Are the Benefits of a Breast Lift?
A breast lift offers a range of aesthetic and emotional benefits that can enhance your confidence and overall quality of life:
- Restored Youthfulness: Revitalizes sagging or drooping breasts, restoring a perky and youthful contour.
- Enhanced Symmetry: Corrects uneven breasts and improves overall proportionality.
- Improved Confidence: Many patients feel renewed self-esteem and pride in their appearance.
- Customizable Results: Can be combined with augmentation or reduction to achieve the perfect size and shape.
- Natural Look and Feel: Maintains the natural aesthetics of your breasts while improving their position and firmness.
Combining a breast lift with other treatments
Breast lift surgery helps women to once again feel confident about their breasts, often after a long period of feeling self-conscious. Many women, particularly mothers in a mommy makeover, will combine their breast lift surgery with a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) to also correct sagging and laxity in the abdomen.
Another common combination is breast augmentation (with implants or fat grafting) and a breast lift for women who want larger, as well as perkier, breasts.
Dr. Cohen answers Breast Lift questions
Watch as Dr. Cohen answers common questions about breast lift. Including average recovery time and incision types
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Surgical details about a breast lift procedure
Each unique patient will require a different amount of lifting to restore the breasts to their ideal shape and position. Other variables include the amount of remaining breast tissue, the elasticity of the skin, and the size and position of the areolas.
Please note that all of the techniques that Dr. Cohen uses will keep the nipple and areola completely attached to the underlying breast tissue. Although it can be necessary in the most extreme cases (rarely), he has never removed a nipple as a free nipple graft during his years in private practice.
Am I a Candidate for a Breast Lift?
You may be a great candidate for a breast lift if you experience:
- Sagging or drooping breasts caused by aging, gravity, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss.
- Nipples that point downward or sit below the breast crease.
- Enlarged areolas or asymmetry in the size or shape of your breasts.
- Overall good health and a stable weight, with realistic expectations for your results.
A consultation with Dr. Cohen will provide a detailed evaluation of your concerns and goals, ensuring that a breast lift is the right solution for your unique needs.
The Art of Peri-areolar Technique
For some women with minimal sagging, conical-shaped breasts, or oversized areolas, Dr. Cohen can add an implant and remove a modest circle of skin from around the border of the areola to achieve the desired results. This is called a peri-areolar or circumareolar mastopexy, and can be a great, minimally scarring technique in the right patients.
If this technique is used inappropriately, where a more extensive technique is necessary, it can lead to distortion of the breast or worsening of the areolar scars. That’s why it’s very important to work with an experienced surgeon such as Dr. Cohen, who knows when and when not to use a circumareolar mastopexy.
For patients with more extensive drooping, Dr. Cohen may have to do a much greater degree of tailoring of the skin and underlying tissue to create a round, youthful, uplifted breast.
This usually involves an incision which encircles the areola, then descends vertically to the breast fold, sometimes called a “lollipop incision”. If even more skin removal is necessary for the best breast shape, a scar under the breast might be necessary as well, resulting in an “anchor” or “inverted-T” scar.
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If a patient has enough breast tissue already, Dr. Cohen can perform these procedures without implants. If the patient desires to be larger or has too little tissue for an optimal result, more volume can be added with an implant, or in certain cases fat grafting breast augmentation is also an option.
Fat grafting to the breast involves removing fat with liposuction from an area of the body where it is not wanted, processing the fat to remove impurities, and then re-injecting the fat into the breasts to give them extra fullness and soft tissue padding.
As mentioned above, when a woman's breast tissue has shrunk significantly, or she has little native tissue to begin with, a breast implant may be placed during the breast lift to create the desired volume and shape. This procedure is called an augmentation-mastopexy and combines breast lift and breast augmentation techniques.
If a patient has asymmetrical breasts or is larger than she wants to be, tissue can be removed at the time of the lift. This is generally a more modest version of a breast reduction and usually leaves the majority of breast tissue intact.
Strattice™ & Galaform®
If the tissues are thin or weak, Dr. Cohen may recommend the use of Strattice™ or Galaform®, which are soft tissue reinforcement materials that provide support as an “internal bra” and can help maintain results.
After surgery, most women can get back to light activities and office work within a week. I provide detailed information about the surgery, aftercare, and resuming specific activities at the pre-op appointment.
Why Choose Dr. Cohen for Your Breast Lift in Beverly Hills?
Dr. Robert Cohen is a board-certified plastic surgeon renowned for his expertise in breast lift surgery and commitment to delivering exceptional results. With years of experience and a meticulous approach to aesthetic surgery, Dr. Cohen creates beautifully natural, youthful outcomes tailored to each patient’s unique anatomy and goals. His personalized consultations ensure that every aspect of your procedure is customized to fit your needs, from incision placement to the degree of lift.
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Breast Lift FAQ
What happens during a breast lift consultation?
During your consultation, Dr. Cohen will assess your breast shape, skin elasticity, and overall health. He’ll discuss your goals and recommend the most effective techniques to achieve your desired outcome.
Will a breast lift affect my ability to breastfeed?
In most cases, the breast tissue and milk ducts remain intact, allowing you to breastfeed in the future. Dr. Cohen will discuss any potential impacts during your consultation.
How long does the surgery take?
A breast lift procedure typically takes 2 to 3 hours, depending on the complexity of the case and whether it is combined with other treatments.
What type of anesthesia is used for a breast lift?
Breast lifts are performed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort and safety throughout the procedure.
Will there be visible scarring after a breast lift?
While some scarring is inevitable, Dr. Cohen uses advanced techniques to minimize and strategically place incisions for the least visible scars possible. These typically fade significantly over time.
How soon can I return to work or regular activities?
Most patients can return to light activities, including office work, within a week. Strenuous exercise should be avoided for about 4 to 6 weeks.
How long will my results last?
With proper care and a stable weight, breast lift results can last for many years. Aging and gravity may eventually cause changes, but the improvements are typically long-lasting.
Can I combine a breast lift with other procedures?
Yes, many women combine a breast lift with procedures like breast augmentation, breast reduction, or a tummy tuck as part of a mommy makeover.
What is the difference between a breast lift and breast implants?
A breast lift reshapes and lifts the breasts, while implants add volume. Both procedures can be combined for enhanced results.
Is a breast lift right for smaller breasts?
Yes, a breast lift can benefit women with smaller breasts by improving their shape, position, and symmetry, enhancing the overall aesthetic.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Dr. Cohen’s expertise, artistry, and patient-centric approach make him the ideal choice for your breast lift in Beverly Hills. Take the first step toward feeling confident and beautiful—schedule your personalized consultation today.
Doctor References:
- Cohen, R. “Augmentation Mastopexy: General Considerations”. Chapter 119, Surgery of the Breast: Principles and Art 5th Edition. Editors: Spear, S., Gabriel, A. Wolters Kluwer Publishers.
- Cohen, R. “Augmentation Mastopexy”. Chapter 74, The Art of Aesthetic Surgery: Principles and Techniques 3rd Edition. Editors: Nahai, Kenkel, Stevens, Nahai, Hunter, Adams. Thieme Publishers.
- Calobrace, B, Cohen, R, et al. Safety and Efficacy of the Sientra Round and Shaped Implants with Cohesive Silicone Gel: Results of the Post Approval Study at 6 Years”. Submitted to the journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. January 2023.