A breast lift raises the breasts, repositions the areola and removes excess skin. It is combined with an implant when volume is also lacking, or with a reduction when there is too much.
After pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss, the breasts descend and the areola points downward. An implant alone does not correct that; the tissue has to be repositioned.
The incision pattern (periareolar, vertical or anchor) is chosen according to how much excess skin there is, always aiming for the shortest scar that delivers a lasting result.
Is it for me?
Sagging breasts after pregnancy or weight loss.
Areolas that point downward or have enlarged.
Asymmetry, with one breast lower than the other.
What you should know
How it is done, how to care for it, and what to expect.
General information so you arrive at your consultation with the right questions. Your plan is defined during the consultation.
Technique
Periareolar, vertical or anchor pattern depending on the excess skin.
Repositioning of the nipple-areola complex while preserving its blood supply.
Implant or fat grafting in the same operation if volume is needed.
Aftercare
Surgical bra for 6 weeks.
No heavy lifting or sleeping face down for a month.
Silicone and sun protection on the scars from the third week.
Results and how long they last
Immediate lift; final shape between the third and sixth month.
Risks and how they are reduced
Changes in sensation, visible but planned scars and, less often, delayed healing where the incisions meet.
Step by step
Recovery path: Breast lift (mastopexy)
Day 1
Support bra; sleep propped up.
Week 1
Follow-up visit and suture removal if needed.
Month 1
Scar care with silicone; gentle exercise.
Month 3
Shape settled; scars continue to mature over a year.
Approximate timelines. Your exact path depends on your case, the technique and how your body heals. Results vary.
Real cases
Results from Dr. Méndez's patients.
Real photographs shared with permission and faces covered, comparable with a before-and-after slider.
