Pregnancy, weight shifts, time—breasts change. A breast lift (mastopexy) raises the breast, reshapes the mound, and recenters the nipple–areola so the chest looks upright and balanced again. At Kapadia Plastic Surgery, the plan fits you: anatomy, proportions, lifestyle. The aesthetic is modern and understated, with results that look like you, lifted.
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A lift tightens the skin envelope, reshapes internal breast tissue, and moves the nipple–areola complex to a natural height. It does not add volume. If you want a fuller upper pole, we can add an implant or fat grafting. If smaller and lighter is the goal, a reduction is the better path.
Common signs: nipples that point down, an elongated lower pole, side‑to‑side mismatch, or rashes in the fold. Triggers include pregnancy and breastfeeding, weight change, genetics, and age. If you are still losing weight or plan a near‑term pregnancy, we will time surgery to protect your outcome.
Different patterns provide different lift power. We choose the smallest incision plan that achieves your goals and respects skin quality.
Technique | Lift Power | Scar Pattern | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent | Subtle | Arc along upper areola | Minor areolar lift |
| Periareolar ("donut") | Mild | Around the areola | Areola reshape; limited elevation |
| Vertical ("lollipop") | Moderate | Around areola + vertical line | Most moderate ptosis; strong shaping |
| Wise ("anchor") | Significant | Around areola + vertical + fold | Greater laxity; maximum control |
Select plans can include auto‑augmentation reshaping (using lower‑pole tissue to support upper‑pole contour) or small‑volume fat grafting for symmetry and softness.
Incisions sit along natural borders so they hide in bras and swimwear. Early color is pink; texture softens over months. Your scar plan may include silicone support, SPF, and in‑office treatments when helpful. If your skin forms thicker scars or holds pigment, we tailor prevention and follow closely.
Pedicle choice protects blood flow and nerves. Most patients keep baseline sensation; early change is common and settles with time. Breastfeeding after a lift can remain possible, though it is not guaranteed. Your areola diameter can be reduced for a better proportion when it has widened.
We review medical history and medications, examine skin quality and breast pattern, and take planning photos. We talk through shape goals using reference images and set expectations for scars and recovery. If screening is due based on age or family history, we coordinate timing with your primary team.
Complete any labs or clearances. Pause nicotine in advance and avoid specific medications or supplements as directed. Arrange a ride home and short‑term help. Set up a simple recovery space: support bra, soft tops, pillows, and prepared meals. You will leave with a clear checklist.
Surgery takes place under general anesthesia in an accredited outpatient center with a dedicated anesthesia team. Operative time often ranges from two to three hours, guided by anatomy and plan. Most patients return home the same day after observation.
Days 1–3: Rest, short walks, and a support bra. Expect swelling and a high, tight feel.
Week 1: Many return to desk work; avoid overhead reach and lifting.
Weeks 2–3: Light cardio when cleared; driving when off prescription pain meds and comfortable.
Weeks 4–6: Gradual return to strength work; underwire waits until cleared.
Months 3–6: Shape settles; scars quiet.
Position changes right away. Refinement follows as swelling fades and tissue relaxes. Longevity depends on skin quality, support habits, weight stability, and life events such as pregnancy. We share simple strategies—bra use, training choices—to help your result last.
All surgery carries risks, including bleeding, infection, fluid retention, delayed healing, concerns about scar quality, changes in sensation, asymmetry, and the need for revision. Prevention centers on sterile technique, hemostasis, blood‑clot risk checks, and close follow‑up. Call for one‑sided swelling, fever, spreading redness, or drainage with odor.
Your quote reflects the surgeon’s fee, facility and anesthesia fees, and any add‑ons such as fat grafting. You will receive a written estimate after consultation and a plain overview of payment options. Lifts are elective; reductions may be reviewed differently—our team explains each path.
For upper‑pole fullness, consider an implant or small‑volume fat grafting. If your goal is smaller and lighter, a breast reduction may be the better choice. We also time lift‑plus‑augmentation inside a Mommy Makeover when that fits your plan.
We are near I‑90 and the O’Hare corridor. Virtual consults are available. We outline a travel window, chaperone needs, and return‑to‑work timing by role (desk, retail, teaching, healthcare) so planning is clear.
Look for nipple height, upper‑pole curve, and side‑to‑side balance, not just letters on a tag. Skin quality, baseline size, and weight change all influence outcomes. We walk through examples so you can spot the details that matter.
Meet directly with Dr. Kapadia to map a plan that fits your proportions and your life. His fine‑arts background informs how lines and focal points read on the body, and surgical experience keeps the plan grounded in safety. The culture here is education‑first and patient‑centered, from the first conversation to the last follow‑up. The goal is simple: natural lift, balanced lines, and confidence that feels like you.
A lift focuses on position and shape. Size can read smaller because the breast sits higher; volume stays similar unless tissue is added or removed.
It may remain possible, though it is not guaranteed. Tell us your goals so our technique can support them.
Overhead reach and lifting are limited for several weeks. We give task‑by‑task timelines.
We start with a soft support bra day and night, then transition to everyday support. Underwire waits until cleared.
Incisions hide in bras and swimwear. With care and time, most patients feel at ease in tanks and swimsuits.
If due by age or family history, yes. We coordinate timing with your primary team.
Yes. We can tailor lift or areola work to better match the sides.
