Am I a Candidate for Breast Lift Surgery in Miami or Fort Lauderdale?

Whether or not someone needs breast lift surgery can be a bit harder to determine than breast augmentation or breast reduction. That is because breast lift surgery is often done in conjunction with both of the other surgeries. In other words, some women will get an added breast lift when they increase their breast size with breast augmentation. For those opting for breast reduction, breast lift is often performed in conjunction with the reduction. So, how can you tell if you are a good candidate for breast lift alone or if you should opt for it with another breast surgery?

Breast Lift on Its Own

A good candidate for a breast lift surgery without augmentation or reduction will not want a change in breast size. This candidate will like the size of her breasts, just not their positioning.

Breast Lift with Augmentation

Women who want bigger breasts with better positioning on the chest wall would probably benefit from breast augmentation in Miami. This procedure may be accomplished by augmentation only or with augmentation and breast lift combined.

Breast Lift with Reduction

Almost all women who need a breast reduction will benefit from a Miami or Fort Lauderdale breast lift as well. In fact, almost all women who have breast reductions have breast lifts at the same time.

Women who are of childbearing age may want to wait to have a Breast Lift until after the birth of their last child. The size and weight of breasts due to pregnancy and breastfeeding could reverse any of the gains of a previously performed Breast Lift. In addition, depending on the type of incisions required, some women may lose the ability to breastfeed. Discuss this with your surgeon prior to surgery if you are thinking about having another child.

When you are ready to take the next step, request your certificate for a Free Breast Enlargement Consultation and call us at (954) 565-7575 or (800) 274-LIPO today to schedule your appointment at the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery with locations in Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

Physical Health

Good physical health is very important before going into surgery. If you have any ongoing health problems, if you suffer from diabetes or an auto-immune disorder, or if you are a smoker, talk to your doctor about what you can do to be in good health before your surgery.

Diabetes, Disease, and Auto-Immune Disorders

Diabetes and Auto-Immune Disorders can hamper your body's ability to heal. In addition, diabetes can cause extra scar tissue to develop. If you suffer from diabetes or an auto-immune disorder, tell your surgeon and then create a plan to get either condition under control before your scheduled surgery.

Smoking

Smoking complicates both surgery and recovery times. Smokers often respond poorly to anesthesia, an integral part of the surgery. Smokers also take much longer to heal from surgery when compared to non-smokers. Smoking limits the amount of oxygen your blood can carry to your body's organs, including the skin. Oxygen is instrumental to healing. If you are a smoker you should quit smoking two weeks before your surgery. However, if you are concerned enough about your appearance and health to undergo surgery to look and feel better, why not take it a step further and quit smoking as well. It can be one of the best things you can do for yourself.

Mental Health

Some people may be surprised to see mental health mentioned with regards to good surgical candidacy. Stable mental health is important when considering and undergoing plastic surgery. In order to make good decisions for yourself, you should be in good mental health. In addition, the first few days or weeks after surgery can be an emotional rollercoaster. Some people may swing back and forth between elation and depression while their body continues to heal. In order to combat these feelings, it will be helpful to be mentally healthy beforehand. In addition, it is important that correct expectations are associated with your plastic surgery. Plastic surgery can help improve your physical appearance, but it will not solve all your problems. Talk to your doctor about your expectations and hopes with regards to the surgery.