Improving Breast Augmentation Results with a Lift

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Having children along with your body’s natural aging process will change your breasts. You will see and feel changes in breast tissue, shape, and appearance. Women sometimes think that implants alone will make the desired changes in their breasts. A breast augmentation with implants will help with the loss of volume, but adding a breast lift to the procedure can enhance the contour and shape as well as adding volume to your breasts. A lift focuses on repositioning the existing breast tissue and nipple for a more contoured look. Doctors in Lubbock used to feel that combining the two procedures would increase a patient’s risk for complications. But now it is accepted that performing breast procedures in tandem is safe without increasing risk.

 

When to Consider a Breast Augmentation with a Lift

 

Your breast may have more changes than just loss of volume. Consider adding a breast lift with your implants if your breasts:

 

  • Droop and have lost firmness.
  • Have areolas that are larger than desired.
  • Have nipples that point downward.

 

Consulting with your doctor will help you determine if the degree of sagginess in your breasts makes you a good candidate for a breast lift. A breast lift will take care of extra, sagging skin that will accent the volume increase from implants.

 

Having a breast augmentation in tandem with a breast lift is a cost effective way to get the most out of your plastic surgery experience. Both procedures are straightforward and work well together. The right implant with the right combination of procedures can restore your breasts to a youthful, perky appearance. The goal of Dr. Jane Rowley is to listen carefully to your personal cosmetic goals and then recommend which procedures will best fit those goals and your body type. If you are in good health, are finished having children, and your weight is stable, find out if a combination of breast augmentation with a lift is what you are looking for to restore confidence in your physical appearance. Schedule your consultation today.

Do I Need a Breast Lift or Breast Augmentation?

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You decided you want to make changes to your appearance, but you’re not sure which breast procedure is right for you. In Lubbock, plastic surgery procedures are carefully explained and planned by Dr. Rowley, so you have the best experience and result from the options you choose.  Whether you want a breast lift, augmentation, or combination of breast procedures, the choice you make depends on a variety of personal needs and cosmetic goals.

 

Breast Lift

A breast lift will reposition your nipples to a more upward placement. Skin is tightened to reshape the contour of your breast. This procedure gives you a more youthful look and shape but doesn’t increase breast volume. A breast lift refreshes the appearance of your breasts but doesn’t change their size or reposition the nipples.

 

Breast Augmentation

Implants are intended to increase the size of your breasts. You can choose from a variety of implant sizes, shapes, and materials to get the particular desired look that fits your expectations.  Having implants adds volume to sagging breasts but also adds more weight to stretched skin that is already not supporting breast tissue well.

If you only have mild sagging, implants will give a lift to your breasts. But, if you have more severely sagging breasts, you can discuss the option of implants with a breast lift with your doctor.

 

Combination of Breast Procedures

Some women will choose a combination of breast procedures. If your breasts have lost volume and show significant sagging, a combination of breast lift with implants can better help you improve your appearance. You can enjoy the benefits of a lift with repositioned nipples and excised extra skin while you also add volume to your breast size.

 

Ask yourself these questions and discuss your goals with your doctor to better decide which procedure or combination is right for you.

  • Do my nipples point down or out?
  • Am I happy with the size of my breasts?
  • Do I like the fullness of the upper part of my breast?
  • How bad is the sagging of my breast?

 

An individual consultation is important along with clear communication with your doctor. Dr. Jane Rowley feels the more you know about your procedure and the better she understand your goals, the better your experience will be; that’s why Dr. Rowley is the trusted surgeon in Lubbock for plastic surgery.

Schedule your no-obligation consultation today and see what plastic surgery options are best for you.  

How a Breast Lift can Refresh your Appearance

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So many factors affect how our bodies look, including our breasts. Some factors we have more control over than others. But, when your appearance and your breasts just aren’t looking the way they used to here are some of the reasons why:

  • Genetics
  • Age
  • Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
  • Exercise
  • Weight fluctuations
  • Lifestyle

 

There’s not much we can do about our genes, but they are the biggest factor in the appearance of your breasts. Genes affect breast tissue density, skin tone, and the shape of your breast. The aging process is constant. Hormone levels, skin tone, and muscles change with age and have an effect on our appearance whether we like it or not. A woman’s body is undeniably and permanently changed with pregnancy and breastfeeding. Significant weight gain or weight loss can leave your breasts sagging and stretched looking. Lifestyle choices, like smoking or exercise, can have either a negative or positive effects on your appearance.

What can you do to improve and refresh your appearance? With options offered with plastic surgery, Lubbock women can take some control over their appearance.  

 

Benefits of a Breast Lift

With over twenty years experience with breast lift procedures, Dr. Jane Rowley has been helping women in Lubbock improve the appearance of their breasts. By tightening loose skin and reshaping breast tissue, a breast lift can refresh the look of sagging breasts. If your areolas are larger and stretched from previous pregnancies, a breast lift will reduce their size and reposition your nipples to a more upward position. Breasts that are asymmetrical can have a more identical look with plastic surgery. Lubbock breast lift patients can also choose to have their procedure done in combination with implants or a breast reduction. A breast lift can refresh your wardrobe choices and allow you to wear sundresses, tank tops, and new outfits without a bra.

 

As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Rowley carefully discusses your options and clearly explains the expectations of your surgery. Who knows? When you have your new look, you might find your posture improves too, as you stand a little straighter with the added confidence in your new look.
Schedule your consultation today and learn more about the options available to refresh your appearance.

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How Long Will Breast Lift Results Last?

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Lifestyle, breast size, age, pregnancy can all have an effect on how a woman’s breasts will naturally change over time. When women in Lubbock don’t like their aging appearance because of natural changes in their breasts, they can come to Dr. Jane Rowley, a board certified plastic surgeon, and discuss aesthetic plastic surgery options to restore a more balanced, youthful look to their breasts.

 

A popular breast surgery option is a breast lift, or mastopexy, which will lift the breast up, tighten loose skin,  and reposition the nipple in a more upward position. It can be done in combination with a reduction or a breast augmentation. What patients want to know is how long will the results of a breast lift last. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery says that the results of a breast lift are long-lasting but not considered permanent. Your unique body type with its skin texture and thickness gives every patient individual results. Dr. Rowley always thoroughly explains the procedure and what can be expected for each patient.  Here are some general suggestions that can help with the longevity of your breast lift results:

 

Significant Weight Changes

Significant changes in weight add and take away volume in your breasts. Stretched skin and sagging breast is a natural consequence of unstable weight changes. Before having a breast lift, women should have a stable, maintained weight for the procedure to have longer-lasting results.

 

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Consider waiting to have a breast lift until after you are finished having children as pregnancy and breastfeeding can make significant changes to your breasts. You can usually still breastfeed after the procedure, but additional pregnancies can diminish your results.

 

Gravity

Sadly, we can’t fight against gravity. Wearing a quality, well-fitted bra is an easy way to fight against the forces of nature. Your breast will naturally start to sag if you choose not to wear a bra for long periods of time or when participating in vigorous exercise without wearing one. Having a good bra fitting and giving the ligaments and tissue in your chest support will help hold off some of that aging sagginess.

 

Patients come to Dr. Rowley seeking greater confidence in their appearance. Whether you are looking for a breast augmentation, lift, or reduction, you can trust the experience and training of Dr. Rowley and her staff. She will listen carefully to your cosmetic goals and give expert advice on your plastic surgery options.

To discover your aesthetic possibilities, schedule your consultation today.

Recovery Time Frame After Breast Lift Surgery

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Lubbock women have several plastic surgery options to make changes to their breasts. A mastopexy, or breast lift, raises sagging breast tissue, lifts the nipple to a more outward position, and takes away excess skin. A breast lift can give your breasts a younger appearance and help with asymmetry.  With all surgery, pain tolerance and recovery times will vary from patient to patient. It is always important to consult with your doctor before any procedure is done to understand exactly what the procedure can or cannot do and what the expected recovery will be.

 

The First Few Weeks

For the first two to three weeks following breast lift surgery, patients can usually expect to bruise, swell, and have postoperative pain. Incisions will feel sore and nipples may be numb. Numbness is normal. If pain management is difficult or you have any concerns about your recovery, contact your doctor.

 

The first few weeks after surgery is a critical time to give your body opportunity to heal from surgery for the best results of your breast lift. As you start to feel better, you can ease yourself back into some of your usual routine. There are some things you can do to help your recovery be successful:

 

  • Wear a compression bra for the recommended amount of time
  • Stay elevated at a 25 to 45-degree angle, even when sleeping
  • Don’t sleep on your stomach
  • Avoid any activity that involves lifting, bending, or straining

 

The First Few Months

It may take a month or two before all swelling is gone and you start to see the final results or you breast lift. Be patient with your body. You should be able to resume normal activity 4-6 weeks after your surgery. It’s important not to overestimate how good you are feeling too soon after your surgery and jump back into your daily routine too quickly. Remember your body needs time to heal properly, so give yourself permission to slow down and take it easy. Numbness in nipples is usually gone in the first couple of months after surgery. Scars will continue to fade over the next 12 months.

 

Some patients will combine a breast lift with liposuction or tummy tuck for a mommy makeover. You can also have a breast lift with implants. A combination of procedures done at the same time requires a little longer recovery time. Discuss with your doctor what options are best for you. Dr. Jane Rowley is a board certified plastic surgeon with 20 years experience helping Lubbock patients achieve their aesthetic goals. She takes the time to discuss your goals thoroughly, explains the procedure, and give a clear expectation of what is involved with your expected recovery. You know you are in good hands at Rowley Plastic Surgery.

Schedule your no-obligation consultations today.

How do I Prepare for a Breast Lift Procedure?

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Prepping for your average day can sometimes be done on autopilot. Grab the shoes, pour the coffee, feed the dog. Our regular routine doesn’t require careful planning as we go about our day in Lubbock. Plastic surgery for a breast lift, however, needs a little more preparation than your regular daily routine. At Rowley Plastic Surgery, we want you to have a comfortable and smooth experience on the day of your plastic surgery. And, we want you to feel prepared for that day.

 

Preparing for Your Breast Lift

You will have the opportunity at a presurgical doctor visit to discuss your medical history, previous surgeries, and any medications you are taking. You will have a physical exam of your breasts so the doctor can determine your skin tone, positioning of your nipples, and other details for your surgery. It is also important to talk to your doctor about your surgical expectations, and why you want a breast lift. You may be asked to have a mammogram done before your surgery to establish a baseline for tracking changes in your breast tissue.

 

Preparing for Your Surgery

The right preparations for the day of your surgery can have an effect on your recovery. You will need to follow any pre-surgery instructions from the doctor carefully. You will be told what clothes to bring to wear after your surgery and other things you will need. You may be asked not to take some of the medications you are taking. Be sure to avoid any anti-inflammatory drugs or herbal supplements as they will increase bleeding. If you smoke, you will need to stop smoking before your surgery, as smoking can affect your healing by decreasing blood flow to the skin. You will also want to make arrangements for someone to help you after your procedure.

 

Preparing for Your Recovery

Your recovery is an important part of your breast lift procedure. Plan to have someone with you for the first 24 hours after surgery. You will need lots of rest, so pick out some favorite movies or a good book and give yourself permission to take it easy.

 

In Lubbock, plastic surgery can be the life changing experience you hope for with the expertise of Dr. Jane Rowley.  Whether you choose a breast reduction, lift, or augmentation, you are in the right hands at Rowley Plastic Surgery.

Are You a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift Procedure?

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We would love to stay looking young forever. But, the reality is that life takes a toll on our youthful appearance, even our breasts. Age, gravity, pregnancies, and fluctuations in weight can cause your breasts to have a saggy elongated shape. A breast lift is the plastic surgery Lubbock women are looking for to give their breasts the youthful appearance they used to have.

 

Consider How You Feel About Your Breasts

 

If you are wondering if you are a good candidate for a breast lift, you can do a simple pencil test. Place a pencil under the fold of your breast and see if the pencil stays in place when you let go of it. You can also ask yourself a few questions about how you feel about your breasts.

 

  • Do your breasts sag?
  • Do your nipples point downward?
  • Do you have larger areolas?
  • Are you satisfied with your breast symmetry?

 

A breast lift can be combined with breast implants or breast reduction if you want to change the volume of your breasts.

 

Consider Your General Health and Lifestyle

 

Because your breasts are affected by life changes, and surgical recovery is affected with lifestyle and general health, you should consider if it’s the right time in your life for a breast lift.

 

  • Are you in good health?
  • Do you smoke?
  • Are you finished having children?
  • Is your weight stable?

 

When the time is right in your life for a breast lift, you can expect to have a positive experience with your plastic surgery. A breast lift is a safe procedure with positive results.

 

For women in Lubbock, plastic surgery can have a positive effect on your self-image and give you more confidence when your breasts are given back their youthful look. Dr. Rowley and her staff are committed to helping you reach your cosmetic goals. You are certainly in good hands at Rowley Plastic Surgery.

Breast Lift Risk and Safety Information

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As a Lubbock plastic surgery candidate, you have other options available when a breast augmentation with implants doesn’t feel right for you. A breast lift is an alternative to restoring your body to a more youthful look. A breast lift can effectively lift and reshape sagging breasts without the concerns and risks associated with breast implants. The procedure removes excess skin and moves the nipple to a more outward position. It can also remove stretch marks from past pregnancies.

 

As with all surgical procedures, you need to think about possible risks and have clear communication with your doctor about what is involved. You should always discuss any concerns you have about surgical risks before you consent to having surgery.

 

Here are a few of the concerns with breast lift procedures you will want to consider:

 

Common Complications:

  • Unattractive scarring
  • Healing problems with the incision
  • Infection

 

Less Common Complications:

  • Problems with anesthetics
  • Breast asymmetry
  • Changes in the nipple and areola

 

You can expect some bruising and soreness after surgery, but you should report excessive pain to your doctor.  Although you may not be able to control your reaction to anesthetics, you can control some things to help your recovery and avoid potential complications. Breast asymmetry is usually minor but may require additional surgery.

 

In order to do this effectively, find a board certified doctor. This is your first important decision to avoid some of the risks involved with plastic surgery. Dr. Jane Rowley, Lubbock’s best plastic surgeon, has over 20 years of experience in plastic and cosmetic surgery. Her certifications and experience give you confidence in your plastic surgery choices.

 

One thing you can do to improve the outcome of your surgery is to stop smoking before your procedure. Smoking decreases blood flow to your skin, and quitting as far in advance of your procedure as possible will help in the healing process. You should also follow all post-surgery recommendations given by your doctor. Rest the full length of time she recommends, as your body will heal faster when you don’t push to get back into your regular routine too soon.

 

A breast lift is generally a safe procedure, but it is important to thoroughly discuss the procedure with your doctor before the surgery takes place. Lubbock patients trust the experience of Dr. Jane Rowley for all plastic surgery needs. Whether you are considering making physical changes with a tummy tuck, facial procedure, or breast options, Rowley Plastic Surgery has the experience to help you achieve your aesthetic dreams.

 

Call today and schedule your consultation for the best option in plastic surgery Lubbock offers.

Breast Lift Results

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Life can give women a variety of reasons to consider breast lift plastic surgery. Lubbock surgeon, Dr. Jane Rowley is the trusted surgeon with knowledge and expertise that extends to  breast lifts, breast augmentations, and breast reductions. Depending on the personal cosmetic results you are looking for, any of these procedures or a combination can be an option.

 

What is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift, called a mastopexy, helps to raise the breasts by removing extra skin then tightening the skin around the surrounding breast tissue to support the new breast shape. The nipple and the areola are also moved to a more upward position. The surgery is usually done as a same-day-surgery, and can also remove unwanted stretch marks if they are part of the extra skin that is removed.

 

What a Breast Lift Can do for You

A breast lift restores sagging breasts to a firmer, fuller shape. A breast lift can’t change the size of your breast, but the procedure can give your breasts symmetry, and a more youthful appearance. If you are wanting to also change the size of your breasts, a breast augmentation or breast reduction can be done in combination with a lift to achieve your desired look.

 

Life After Surgery

You will have some discomfort, swelling, and some draining initially after surgery. It’s important to follow your doctor’s post-surgery instructions carefully. You can expect to return to regular exercise after about 4 weeks of recovery. Scarring is minimal and will continue to fade over time.

A breast lift is an excellent way to bring life back to your sagging bustline. And, you can expect to enjoy the results of your surgery for years to come. It is best to plan this procedure after you are finished having children and nursing babies as that can change your surgery results.

Dr. Jane Rowley is a board certified surgeon trained specifically in plastic surgery. Lubbock patients interested in breast lifts, augmentations, or reductions can call for a consultation today.

What is a Breast Lift?

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With many technological and procedure advances, Lubbock plastic surgery offers a variety of options to meet the individual goals of each patient. Breast augmentation is still the most performed plastic surgery, but another breast procedure is also becoming popular: the breast lift. This procedure can restore a more youthful look to your breasts without using implants. In fact, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons have seen a 70% increase in breast lift procedures being performed around the nation, a statistic that beats out breast augmentation 2-1. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your breasts, and unsure about having breast implants, a breast lift may be the procedure for you.

Why Consider a Breast Lift

As women age, breasts will naturally begin to sag. Childbirth, gravity, and aging ligaments won’t let your breasts keep their youthful appearance forever- no matter how much you exercise or eat right. If you are not interested in breast augmentation with breast implants, a breast lift procedure may better fit your cosmetic needs. Some of the aesthetic concerns women who are candidates for a breast lift have, are:

  • Enlarged Areolas
  • Droopy or saggy breasts
  • Pronounced stretch marks
  • Nipples that point down
  • Asymmetry with breasts

A breast lift is not the procedure to change your breast size. If you want your breasts to have a fuller look or to be a smaller size, you can consider combining a breast lift with augmentation or breast reduction procedures. Lubbock plastic surgery patients can easily tell if they are a good candidates for a breast lift by placing a pencil under their breast and see if the pencil stays in place when they let go.

Things to Consider with a Breast Lift

Breast lifts are usually done as outpatient plastic surgery. Lubbock cosmetic surgery is generally not covered with insurance unless it is part of a breast reconstruction. You can have a breast lift at any time after your breasts are fully mature. And, women can still breastfeed after the procedure.

Whatever your personal reasons for considering plastic surgery, Lubbock surgeon, Dr. Jane Rowley, has the expertise you are looking for. Call today to schedule your consultation. Our friendly staff, along with Dr. Rowley will guide you through the steps to reach your cosmetic goals.