Breast · Uplift
Breast Uplift (Mastopexy)
Length of Surgery
2–3 hours
Anaesthetic
General anaesthetic
Hospital Stay
Day case or 1 night
Time off Work
2 weeks
Time off Exercise
6 weeks
Post-operative Care
Supportive bra for 6 weeks, avoid underwired bras for 3 months, scar management from week 4
Benefits
Elevated, youthful breast positionReshaped breast contourRepositioned nipple and areolaCan be combined with implantsRestored confidenceLong-lasting improvement
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuation and natural ageing can cause the breasts to sag and lose their youthful shape. A breast uplift (mastopexy) reshapes and elevates the breasts to a higher, more youthful position, without necessarily changing their size.
The procedure removes excess skin and reshapes the breast tissue, repositioning the nipple and areola to a more central, natural position. It can be combined with a small implant where additional volume is also desired.
What to expect
- General anaesthetic; usually a day case or one night stay
- Surgery takes 2–3 hours
- Supportive bra worn continuously for 6 weeks
- Return to work in 2 weeks; avoid exercise for 6 weeks
- Scars settle and fade significantly over 12–18 months