Over time, the natural ageing process, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and even genetics can lead to a loss of skin elasticity, causing the breasts to droop and lose their youthful shape. Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to elevate and reshape sagging breasts, giving them a firmer, more uplifted appearance.
By removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue, a breast lift restores a more youthful breast contour while improving overall symmetry.
For those looking to enhance both shape and volume, the procedure can also be combined with breast implants to achieve a fuller look. Whether you want to restore your pre-pregnancy body, regain confidence after weight loss, or simply achieve a perkier silhouette, a breast lift can help you feel more comfortable and confident in your appearance.
Tailored to each individual, the procedure is carefully planned to create natural-looking results that complement your body shape and aesthetic goals. With the expertise of a skilled surgeon, a breast lift can provide long-lasting improvements, helping you enjoy a rejuvenated figure that looks and feels more youthful.
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1. Changes after pregnancy & breastfeeding
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can significantly impact the shape and firmness of a woman’s breasts.
During pregnancy, hormonal changes cause the breasts to enlarge, stretching the skin and supporting tissues. After breastfeeding, the reduction in breast volume can leave the skin lax, leading to a sagging or deflated appearance. These natural changes can affect a woman’s self-confidence and comfort.
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to address these concerns by elevating and reshaping the breasts, restoring a more youthful contour. This procedure removes excess skin and tightens the surrounding tissue, providing a firmer and more uplifted appearance. For those seeking to restore lost volume as well, a breast lift can be combined with implants to achieve the desired fullness and shape.
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2. Natural aging process
As we age, the skin naturally loses elasticity, and the supporting tissues in the breasts begin to weaken. This can result in sagging, causing the breasts to lose their youthful shape and firmness.
A breast lift (mastopexy) can help address these changes by lifting and reshaping the breasts, restoring a more youthful contour. The procedure removes excess skin and tightens the surrounding tissue, providing a firmer, more uplifted appearance. This can help you feel more confident and refreshed, with natural-looking, long-lasting results.
3. Weight loss & its effect on breast shape
Significant weight loss, especially when it occurs quickly or over a long period of time, can dramatically affect the appearance of the breasts. The breasts are primarily made up of fatty tissue, and when you lose weight, the fat within the breasts can decrease, resulting in a reduction in volume. This loss of fullness can cause the skin and tissues that once supported the breasts to become stretched and lax.
4. Building body confidence
For many women, the appearance of their breasts is closely tied to their overall body confidence.
Changes such as sagging or loss of volume can make women feel self-conscious, especially when they affect how clothes fit or how they feel in their own skin. Whether due to ageing, pregnancy, weight loss, or simply natural changes over time, a shift in breast shape can hugely impact self-esteem.
5. Asymmetry or changes in breast position
Asymmetry or changes in breast position are common concerns for many women. Over time, the breasts can shift in shape or position due to factors like ageing, pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or even genetics.
One breast may naturally be larger or positioned differently than the other, or both may begin to sag or lose volume. These changes can cause discomfort, affect clothing fit, and impact overall body symmetry.
Start your breast lift surgery with Elena
When you choose Elena for your breast lift, you can expect a highly personalised approach. Treatment plans are tailored to meet your unique goals, and Elena ensures a supportive and compassionate environment throughout your surgical journey. You can trust that she will guide you every step of the way, helping you achieve the natural, rejuvenated look you desire.
With extensive training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Elena brings a wealth of expertise to breast lift procedures. After completing eight years of specialist training, she has held prestigious positions around the world, gaining invaluable experience in enhancing her patients’ confidence and appearance.
Elena is a member of the British Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAPRAS), the Royal College of Surgeons, London (FRCS Plast), and the European Board of Plastic Surgeons (EBOPRAS). Recognised as one of the leading female cosmetic surgeons globally, her dedication and skill are evident in every aspect of her work.
Outstanding quality of care at North Bristol Private Hospital
North Bristol Private Hospital, founded by Ms Prousskaia, is our exclusive, state-of-the-art facility designed to provide exceptional care in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.
North Bristol Private Hospital is equipped with advanced technology and staffed by a team of highly skilled professionals, ensuring that you receive the highest standard of treatment in a safe and comfortable environment.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our patient-centred approach, where we offer comprehensive support from your initial consultation through to post-operative care. This personalised care pathway ensures that you feel informed, supported, and confident throughout your transformation journey.
Elena is an incredibly gifted surgeon – her attention to detail and pride in her work are unmatched. Her extensive experience was clear from the outset. She made me feel at ease, understood my concerns, discussed my options at length and advised how I could best achieve my desired look. The whole team at North Bristol Private Hospital is friendly, knowledgeable, professional and very caring.
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Achieve your desired look with breast uplift surgery today
Many women consider breast lift surgery for a variety of reasons and are looking to take the next step in transforming their breasts to gain back that body confidence. If you are looking to undergo surgery to lift your breasts or combine this with implants to achieve that fuller look, Elena and her team can give you the advice, guidance and treatment to gain the look you desire.
Book a consultation with Elena today and take the first step towards an enhanced, more confident you.