Mini Breast Lift
in Jacksonville, FL
A Mini Breast Lift is often the only thing that is needed to restore breasts to a lifted, more youthful appearance. Sometimes, it is best to have a Mini Breast Lift in combination with a Breast Augmentation for the best aesthetic results. This can correct sagging and give more fullness in the upper breasts that has decreased with aging and life changes. Our Plastic Surgeons, Timothy E. Fee, MD, and Jordan A. Bilezikian, MD, can help you with the best type of breast surgery that fits your goals and give you that huge self-esteem boost you really want.
What is a Mini Breast Lift?
A Mini Breast Lift is the least invasive type of Breast Lift that will restore breast shape and nipple/areola position to a more youthful, elevated location on the chest. This helps to counteract the effects of pregnancy, nursing, weight changes, and aging. A Mini Breast Lift is performed through smaller incisions, with a shorter surgery time, and a faster recovery time. A Mini Breast Lift gives breasts a more youthful appearance and can be combined with a Breast Augmentation to increase the volume of the breasts. A Mini Breast Lift ideal for patients who have mild to moderate sagging of the breast and nipple/areola position. We offer a Mini Breast Lift to select patients who want a more slim and fit figure but are not in need of a Full Breast Lift.
What Are the Benefits of a Mini Breast Lift?
Some of the benefits of a Mini Breast Lift when compared to a Full Breast Lift often include:
- Smaller incisions
- Fewer stitches
- Shorter surgery time
- Quicker recovery time
Who is an Ideal Candidate for a Mini Breast Lift?
Women who have mild to moderate sagging of the breasts and nipple/areola positions.
How is a Mini Breast Lift Performed?
Mini Breast Lift procedures begin with an incision that is usually hidden around the nipple/areola. This can also be combined with a small vertical incision and possibly a small horizontal incision in the line of the lower breast crease. The surgical incisions are based upon the specific sagging that needs to be corrected and how much of a correction needs to be made. If a Breast Augmentation is also being performed at the same time, the silicone or saline implant is inserted underneath the breast tissue or chest muscle and is adjusted for the best appearance prior to closing the incision. The entire procedure takes approximately one hour to complete for both breasts.
Where Will My Mini Breast Lift Be Performed?
All surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis at our on-site licensed ambulatory surgery center, Coastal Surgery Center, located in Jacksonville, FL.
What is the Recovery for a Mini Breast Lift?
Most patients recover quickly from the procedure and experience a brief recovery with only mild discomfort. The recovery is usually quicker with a Mini Breast Lift than a Full Breast Lift. If a Mini Breast Lift is combined with a Breast Augmentation, the recovery period is similar since the same incisions are being used. Depending on their type of work, patients can be back to work in one to two weeks. However, physical labor and working out must be delayed for 4-6 weeks in order for proper healing to occur and to decrease the risk of complications.
How Much Does a Mini Breast Lift Cost?
The cost of a Mini Breast Lift varies with each patient depending on if there are any additional procedures performed simultaneously to produce the best aesthetic result. Your specific costs will be discussed during your consultation after a thorough assessment is performed by your Plastic Surgeon and the operative plan is discussed.