Signs You Could Benefit From A Breast Lift

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Sagging breasts can hinder you from wearing your preferred clothing and affect your confidence and desired appearance. Fortunately, there’s a highly effective medical procedure to help people overcome this condition. A breast lift procedure can correct enlarged areolas or uneven breast size, as well as lift the breasts to a more youthful position on the chest. It can also change your breast shape and projection, giving people a more youthful appearance and helping restore self-confidence.

What is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift is a surgical procedure (medically called mastopexy) that removes excess skin and tissue to position the breasts higher on the chest wall, often also resizing and repositioning the nipples for a more youthful, uplifted appearance. In many cases, it utilizes a “lollipop” incision pattern: a circular incision around the nipple, hidden in the transition of skin from areola to breast skin, as well as a vertical incision down the breast. For others, a third horizontal incision in the breast crease may be needed for additional skin excision and access.

Signs You Should Consider a Breast Lift

Sagging  Breasts

It is usual for breasts to droop with time due to weight loss, age, and pregnancy and childbirth. Although it is not a medical issue, sagging breasts can make you less confident in your looks. If this is the case, you are an ideal candidate for a breast lift.

Breasts Have Lost Shape

Breasts lose shape for a variety of reasons. Aging, genetics, smoking, weight changes, and hormones are some of the contributing factors. Exercising without proper breast support can also lead to such shape loss. A breast lift is an extremely effective procedure if you want to restore a youthful shape.

Enlarged Areolas

It is common for areolas to enlarge after pregnancy and breastfeeding. Significant weight fluctuations can also lead to stretched areolas. A breast lift can help reduce the size of your areolas.

Areolas No Longer Face Out

A key indicator of youthful breasts is having symmetrical areolas that face directly out. A mastopexy will work for you if your areolas now lie flat or point downwards. It’s also the perfect solution for areolas facing in different directions.

Uneven Breast Size

More than half of all women have uneven breasts. Hormonal changes, aging, and trauma are some of the reasons for this condition, but it can also be a natural occurrence. A rare condition known as juvenile hypertrophy can also cause breast asymmetry. The condition makes one breast significantly larger than the other.

How a Breast Lift Can Help

Mastopexies work by removing excess skin throughout your breasts. It also tightens the surrounding tissue to support and reshape your breast contours. This will lift your breasts and areolas, but won’t eliminate excess skin on the upper part of your breasts. A breast lift can be combined with other procedures like breast augmentation for comprehensive breast rejuvenation.

Options at Accent On You

Accent On You prides itself in delivering quality care with a personalized approach. We understand that individual results may vary. Because of this, we help patients select the most relevant and minimally invasive solution for each person’s unique needs and goals.

Upon the completion of breast lift surgery, your room care nurse will ensure you receive the best care both in the recovery suite and after you are taken home. Depending on the results of your post-op visits, you can return to your normal life within a few days of surgery.

Schedule a Consultation

During your consultation in our Arlington office location, Dr. Nakamura will discuss your expectations from surgery and recommend a personalized treatment plan. He will take you through the basics of surgery and perform a routine examination. You can also discuss other options for both surgical and non-surgical treatments.

Schedule a consultation with Dr. Nakamura to discuss your concerns and expectations. With his expertise and friendly approach, you’ll gain comprehensive insight into the procedure to help you make the best decision.

Your Breast Procedure Offerings at Accent On You

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Have you been considering a plastic surgery breast procedure, but still have some questions? Today there are many different procedures available, and, depending on your personal preference and needs, you can increase the size and volume of your breasts, lift your breasts or even have them reduced. At Accent On You, the sky’s the limit! Read on to learn more about what’s offered and decide what procedure is right for you.

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation ranks as perhaps the most popular cosmetic breast surgery option. If you are dissatisfied with the size of your breasts, augmentation can enhance them and increase their size with implants. Women who have very small breasts or who have lost volume due to pregnancy and breastfeeding are prime candidates for the procedure.

If you choose breast augmentation, you will have a consultation to discuss your options and expectations. You can choose the type and size of the implant and learn what’s appropriate for your body type. We will work with you to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Breast Lift

A breast lift is a procedure that raises the breasts when there’s an issue of sagging. It can also correct the issue of drooping and nipples that point downward. Women who are in overall good health who don’t smoke and who are done having children are the best candidates for this surgery. You can be left with perky, more youthful breasts after your procedure.

Breast Lift with Augmentation

Some women choose to undergo a breast lift with augmentation. This combines breast lift surgery with breast implants. In other words, when you have this procedure, you can have your breasts lifted and enlarged at the same time. This is the right option for women who have a problem with sagging, drooping breasts that have also lost volume due to weight loss or pregnancy and breastfeeding.

In order for the procedure to be a success both health-wise and results-wise, it’s important to be in good overall health and be a non-smoker. Breast lift with augmentation is a highly popular cosmetic surgery procedure that can give you a more feminine figure and restore your self-confidence and self-esteem.

Breast Reduction

A breast reduction is a plastic surgery procedure that is often necessary for women who have very large breasts. If a woman regularly experiences issues such as back, shoulder, or neck pain, it can significantly impact the quality of her life. A breast reduction can address those problems and make your breasts smaller to the point where you can manage to walk, stand, sit and lie down without aches and pains.

To be a good candidate for this surgery, it’s important to be a non-smoker, be in good overall health and have a healthy body mass index or BMI. If you are considered overweight or obese, it’s advised to reach your goal weight before undergoing a breast reduction. You should also retain your goal weight after the procedure as your breasts could become larger if you gain too much weight after having the surgery.

Contact Us Today

If you are in or near the Arlington, Texas area and are interested in having a breast procedure, schedule an initial consultation with Accent On You today! We will be happy to answer any questions that you have to ensure you are comfortable with your treatment plan.

Do You Know Your Breast Lift Options?

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A breast lift is a common and popular plastic surgery procedure among people looking to enhance the appearance of their breasts. Also known as mastopexy, this plastic surgery procedure can lift breasts and nipples that have sagged as a result of pregnancy and breastfeeding or the loss of a significant amount of weight. Breast lifts are a great way to restore the appearance of breasts to a more vivacious, younger-looking state.

If you’re considering getting a breast lift, it’s important to remember that it’s a surgical procedure that involves removing excess skin and tightening the remaining tissue to reshape the breasts. In some cases, the surgery may also involve reducing the size of the areolas if they have grown to be enlarged. Like many plastic surgeries, a breast lift is highly customizable, and Dr. Nakamura takes your concerns and goals, as well as your anatomy, into consideration when recommending certain breast lift options, like the ones below.

How Can a Breast Lift Rejuvenate Your Breasts?

Being pregnant, nursing a baby, and losing a lot of weight can result in significant changes to both the body and the breasts. They can end up becoming much larger and heavier, effects that can be exacerbated by the natural effects of aging, which causes the skin to lose its youthful elasticity. When this occurs while you’re still young and begins causing your breasts to sag or point downward, you may begin to feel self-conscious and question your body. This is a concern that would make someone a good candidate for a breast lift to restore their breasts to a more youthful state in a higher position on the chest.

Should You Add Breast Augmentation to Your Breast Lift?

Breast lift surgery is not meant to increase the size of a woman’s breasts. Sometimes it’s possible for the breasts to appear fuller if excess skin is removed but breast tissue is not, as the higher, perkier position may create adequate fullness for some people. However, women who want to enhance their breast size in addition to having a breast lift can do so. This is common and can be performed by combining breast augmentation with a breast lift procedure.

Do You Get a Breast Lift with a Mommy Makeover?

The mommy makeover is a popular plastic surgery procedure that includes a variety of treatments in one. Although commonly including body procedures such as a tummy tuck or liposuction, breast surgery like a breast lift may be chosen as part of a mommy makeover combination surgery as well. These are highly personalized surgical plans that are created in partnership with Dr. Nakamura to achieve your desired goals that work for your schedule and budget.

Choose the Right Plastic Surgeon for Your Breast Lift

It’s absolutely essential to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon in Arlington, TX for your breast lift. Board certification means that a physician has the necessary training, experience, and continuing education to safely and naturally perform breast lift surgery for the best results. In addition, you want a trusting relationship with your surgeon, something Dr. Nakamura works diligently to achieve through honest opinions and advice and a compassionate bedside manner. To find out if a breast lift can help you achieve the figure you want, schedule a consultation with Dr. Nakamura today by calling our office or filling out a contact form online.

Should I Get a Breast Lift or a Breast Augmentation?

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Have you started noticing changes in your breasts? This is completely normal! The breasts drastically change throughout life. This can happen because of hormones, genetics, childbirth, breastfeeding, and even weight fluctuations. With time, the breasts can start to lose their shape and even sag or look deflated.  How can you get your breasts back to their best? Consider getting a breast procedure at Accent On You. Dr. Nakamura offers breast augmentation and a breast lift, depending on your needs and goals. But how do you know which to choose? There are a few different things to consider.

What You Need to Consider

The top three things to consider before choosing a breast procedure are nipple position, volume, and breast size. Depending on your goals for all three, your breast surgery will vary.

Nipple Position

The position of your nipples can determine which breast procedure is more beneficial. If you notice that your nipples point downward or sit below the breast crease, then you may be a good candidate for a breast lift. Losing volume in the breasts of having sagging tissue can cause the nipple to change position, stretch, and become larger. When the breasts lose volume and start to sag, your nipple will do so as well. A breast lift can raise the breasts back to a youthful position along with repositioning and reshaping the nipple.

Volume

To help with breast volume, breast augmentation is the best option. The breast volume refers to how full your breasts appear. Changes like weight loss can cause the breasts to look flat, or smaller. Breast augmentation can use an implant to restore lost volume to the breast and reshape the breasts as well. Additionally, a breast lift may also be needed if there is lax tissue that needs to be addressed.

Breast Size

Breast surgeries are the most common plastic surgery procedures done each year. Women can be unhappy with their breast size for many reasons. If you’ve always wanted larger breasts or want to correct asymmetrical breasts, breast augmentation is an excellent option for you. There are various breast implant types, shapes, and sizes so you can get your desired look. During your consultation with Dr. Nakamura at Accent On You, he will recommend implant types for you based on your goals and concerns.

Combining Breast Lift with Breast Augmentation

If you have sagging, low hanging breasts that have lost volume, you may need a combination procedure. Breast augmentation and a breast lift can be performed alone or combined to give you the best results. Plus, you can save money and time spent in recovery by getting both procedures done together. Dr. Nakamura will provide a recommendation for a single or combination surgery during your consultation.

It All Starts With a Breast Surgery Consultation

Dr. Nakamura has over 25 years of plastic surgery experience. He will work with you to find the best treatment option that will give you an ideal look. He takes great care in taking a personal approach with each patient. To schedule a consultation, contact Accent On You by phone at 817-417-7200 or by filling out our online form.