What to Expect From Breast Augmentation + Lift
The incisions for the lift can vary depending on your individual anatomy and goals, and this will be thoroughly discussed before surgery. Common approaches include:
Our surgeon creates a pocket for the implant either above or beneath the chest muscle during the procedure. The implant is positioned carefully to sit securely against the chest wall, ensuring proper shape and symmetry.
For patients with minimal sagging, the surgical approach focuses on tightening the skin envelope without extensive removal. However, when sagging is more pronounced, excess skin is carefully excised to allow the breasts to be lifted and reshaped effectively. This step is crucial to achieving a youthful and firm breast appearance after augmentation mastopexy.
The reshaping phase of this surgical procedure combines techniques from both breast augmentation and lift breast procedures to enhance volume and correct breast position simultaneously. Our surgeon sculpts the breast tissue to improve contour, elevates the nipple-areola complex, and ensures balanced proportions for a natural, harmonious look.
Once the implants are in place, excess skin is removed, and the breasts are reshaped, the incisions are closed with sutures to minimize scarring. Our surgeon ensures proper alignment and tension to support healing and the final breast shape, completing the augmentation mastopexy with care and precision.
Recovery time for this particular procedure will vary in each patient; however, you should be able to get back to your day-to-day activities in about a week. However, you do need to refrain from any exercise or strenuous activities for about 2–6 weeks. There will also be mild to moderate inflammation after your surgery, lasting 2–3 weeks. Your implants will settle into their final position after several months, and then you will be able to see the entirety of your beautiful results.
There are several reasons why you may be looking into breast augmentation combined with a lift. It is an ideal choice if you would like to rejuvenate your breasts significantly while improving your skin elasticity. You may have developed sagging of the breasts due to pregnancy, aging, or significant weight loss; therefore, you would like to increase the volume of your breasts — this can all be achieved with an augmentation and lift. Our surgeon will be able to assess whether a lift by itself can get your best results or if both procedures are needed to attain your overall desired look.
By combining these two procedures into one, we are able to offer significant benefits while preventing patients from having to undergo two separate procedures, each with its own downtime. Our patients are able to enhance the shape, size, symmetry, and lift of their breasts in order to achieve the body contour of their dreams. In many cases, this allows patients to feel much more comfortable with the overall appearance of their bodies.
The costs of a breast augmentation with a lift in Scottsdale vary from $13,000 to $20,000, depending on multiple factors, particularly whether your augmentation is performed with implants (silicone or saline) or a fat transfer. Additionally, some lift procedures have more complexity depending on the surgical case. Our plastic surgeon will create a custom treatment plan with cost estimates during your initial consultation. Forma Plastic Surgery supports several payment methods, and we can help you find low-interest financing.
The benefit of a breast augmentation with a lift is that it improves the size of your chest while also addressing sagging by eliminating loose skin. The lift portion of your surgery will also raise your natural breast tissue so the results are firm and perky. This is crucial because augmenting breasts with mild sagging may lead to a negative outcome if a lift is not performed to address the issue. If moderate to severe sagging is present, a lift should be completed, and then a fat transfer or implants can be performed. One of our plastic surgeons in Scottsdale, AZ, will listen to your needs and wants before performing a physical exam of your breasts. After this, your surgeon will be able to offer their opinion on whether you need a lift, implants, or both.
As long as you don’t have massive weight fluctuations or get pregnant, your results from breast surgery should last many years. Although both silicone and saline implants are made today to last for a long time, they should be assessed regularly to ensure their safety. During the surgery, your surgeon places your implants with a method that minimizes future breast sagging. This will help your results last for a long time. It is essential to understand that while a breast lift with augmentation can offer beautiful results, natural aging will continue. Eventually, you might develop loose skin and sagging again, which can be improved with another surgery.
Our surgeons at Forma Plastic Surgery perform breast augmentation with a lift to make all incisions thin and small. Your surgeon will do their best to place incisions where they are challenging to see, such as under the folds of the breast or along the areola border. If you properly care for them, the surgical scars from your breast augmentation with a lift will, in time, lighten so they blend more with your natural skin. Your surgeon or a staff member will explain scar care management tips you need to follow after your surgery so your scars heal flat and smooth.
Breast surgery incisions have become more advanced, with new techniques being developed that help minimize scarring. The surgical incision that is best for you will be chosen based on the type of implants and severity of breast sagging. If you have severe sagging, an anchor-shaped incision pattern is usually best. When creating your surgical plan, our surgeon will discuss incision options and which is best for your needs. Regardless of the selected method, our surgeons make incisions carefully so your results look natural.
The ability to breastfeed after surgery can be affected, depending on the extent of the lift and the placement of incisions. It is important to discuss your breastfeeding plans with our surgeon before the procedure.
Some discomfort is expected after undergoing breast augmentation, but the pain is generally manageable. Most patients describe the sensation as pressure or soreness rather than sharp pain. Our surgeons prescribe oral medication to help control discomfort during the initial recovery period. Pain tends to lessen significantly within a few days as the body adjusts to the implants and heals.
Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon means your procedure is in the hands of an experienced breast surgeon who has undergone rigorous training and adheres to high safety standards. At our Scottsdale office, patients benefit from advanced techniques and a personalized approach to breast enhancement. Whether you are considering saline and silicone implants, our board-certified surgeon will help you make informed decisions and achieve natural-looking results with minimized risks.
Yes, breast augmentation is often included in a mommy makeover, especially for patients looking to restore volume and achieve fuller breasts after pregnancy and breastfeeding. A mommy makeover typically combines multiple procedures, such as a tummy tuck and liposuction, with breast enhancement to rejuvenate the body. Your surgeon can customize the treatment plan based on your goals and individual anatomy.
Wearing a surgical bra is strongly recommended to support the healing process and promote better results. It helps minimize swelling, encourages proper scar tissue formation, and lowers the risk of capsular contracture. A well-fitted surgical bra also contributes to fewer complications and keeps the implants securely in place. Underwire bras should be avoided during the first few weeks, and most surgeons advise wearing a surgical bra consistently for about a month after surgery.
Non-surgical treatments may improve skin tone or reduce unwanted fat, but they cannot replicate breast augmentation results. These methods do not increase implant size or create the same level of enhancement as surgery. For patients at a stable weight seeking larger breasts with a reduced risk of long-term complications, surgical augmentation remains the most effective option. While non-invasive procedures may serve as complementary treatments, they do not provide the same structural change.
Get the results you’ve dreamed about by scheduling breast surgery with an augmentation and lift at Forma Plastic Surgery. Our Scottsdale plastic surgeons can help you create a personalized treatment plan that meets your concerns and needs so you see beautiful, natural-looking results. By addressing your breasts’ skin, size, shape, and position, your combination breast surgery can give you a younger-looking appearance. Breast implant removal is also possible for patients who want revision surgery. Please call for a consultation to receive additional information about your breast surgery options, which may include breast reduction for women with large breasts.
