Mastopexy: Natural Drooping Breast Lift
Restore the youthful position of your breasts with harmonious and lasting results
Starting from: 7000€
Surgery duration:
90-150 minutes
Recovery time:
7 days
Painless surgery:
Included
What is a breast lift?
Mastopexy is a cosmetic surgery procedure aimed at lifting and reshaping the breast when it has lost firmness or has sagged over time. It does not focus so much on increasing volume, but on repositioning the breast to regain a higher position, a more harmonious shape, and a more rejuvenated appearance.
With pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, or natural aging, the skin can lose elasticity and the breast may sag. Mastopexy allows for the removal of excess skin, repositioning of breast tissue, and elevation of the areola to restore proportion and firmness to the whole.
Depending on each case, it can be performed solely with one's own tissue or combined with implants if there is also a desire to increase volume or improve projection.
What techniques exist to lift the breast
Periareolar lift (Donut):
Surgical breast lift technique indicated for mild-moderate ptosis. The approach is limited to a circular periareolar incision, allowing for nipple repositioning and areolar reduction by excising excess skin tissue.
Vertical lift (lollipop lift):
The vertical mastopexy, also called "lollipop lift" or lollipop technique, is a cosmetic surgery procedure aimed at correcting moderate breast ptosis. It involves lifting and reshaping the breast by repositioning the areola-nipple complex and removing excess skin. The technique uses two main incisions: a circular one around the areola and a vertical one from the areola to the inframammary fold, creating an "I" or "lollipop" shaped scar.
Inverted T-pattern lift:
The inverted T-pattern breast lift, also known as the "anchor" technique, is a surgical procedure designed to address advanced breast sagging and significant excess skin. This technique allows for nipple repositioning, redefining the breast contour, and improving projection through a surgical approach that combines an incision around the areola, another vertical towards the base of the breast, and a third horizontal one located in the submammary fold.
What does a mastopexy in IdB involve?
Mastopexy in IdB is not just a skin trimming, it is an internal restructuring of breast support. Our surgeons work on the gland to restore its original firmness, elevating the areola-nipple complex to its anatomically ideal position. The goal is to recover lost projection, eliminating the excess skin that has sagged over time and redesigning a firm and balanced silhouette that supports itself, with or without the help of implants.
Personalized medical assessment
The evaluation will be carried out with the surgeon who will perform the intervention. In this consultation, the degree of breast sagging is assessed and the best surgical strategy is defined. To book the appointment, a payment of 80 € must be made in advance.
Preparation for the intervention
The type of prosthesis, technique, size, and placement are decided according to the anatomy and desired result.
Intervention
We perform the intervention in our state-of-the-art operating rooms, under the most rigorous safety controls and with continuous patient monitoring.
Controlled recovery:
At IdB, we apply advanced protocols to ensure that recovery after a breast lift is as comfortable as possible.
Closure and recovery
Fine sutures are made and a compressive bandage is applied.
Preparation and recovery: The IdB protocol
What is the price of a mastopexy at Instinto de Benito?
Mastopexy at Instituto de Benito starts from €7,000, varying according to the degree of sagging, the technique, the use of prostheses, the complexity, and the included follow-up, adapting to each patient.
Are you the ideal candidate for a mastopexy at IdB?
This type of surgery is indicated for women who present:
- 01
Breast sagging after pregnancy or breastfeeding
They regain lost volume and firmness, correcting sagging and redefining the neckline. In some cases, it is combined with mastopexy to lift the breast.
- 02
Loss of firmness and sagging after significant weight changes.
The treatment helps restore body proportion and breast shape after significant weight loss.
- 03
Breast sagging due to the passage of time
Aging causes loss of collagen/elastin and glandular fat atrophy.
- 04
Descended or off-center areolas:
Nipple-areola complex descends below the inframammary fold (grade II+ ptosis)
- 05
Feeling that the breast has lost its shape and natural position:
Loss of upper projection and youthful vector of the breast.
- 06
Desire to rejuvenate the breast without increasing volume:
Ideal candidate for simple mastopexy (without implants).
Before and after photos of the mastopexy
Maria, 26 years old, Barcelona
Mastopexy with prosthesis
Azahara, 30 years old, Madrid
Mastopexy and breast lift
Mercedes, 42 years old, Manresa
Mastopexy with T-shaped lift
Mireia, 28 years old, Platja d'Aro
Breast augmentation with natural implants
Our medical group specialized in mastopexy
The Instituto de Benito is an internationally renowned center in plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine, and wellness, with over three decades of clinical experience and thousands of treatments successfully performed. Our medical team combines technical excellence, aesthetic sensitivity, and personalized attention to offer natural and safe results.
Commitment to safety and quality in breast lift
Safety is the cornerstone at Instituto de Benito. All patients undergo rigorous preoperative tests and thorough follow-ups in postoperative reviews to quickly detect any possible complications and act accordingly. Additionally, the experience of our surgeons with over 35 years in plastic surgery ensures high-quality interventions with natural and lasting results.
In short, although there are risks in any surgery, at Instituto de Benito these are minimized through knowledge, advanced technology, experience, and personalized follow-up that prioritize the health and satisfaction of our patients.
Where to have a mastopexy?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Breast Lift Surgery
What results can I expect?
A higher, firmer, and rejuvenated breast with a more harmonious and natural shape. The final result is seen between 3 and 6 months after surgery.
Is the recovery painful?
Discomfort is usually moderate and effectively controlled with medication. Most patients can resume their daily routine in about a week.
Are there visible scars?
Yes, but the scars are well concealed depending on the technique used and progressively improve over time, becoming less visible.
What risks are there in mastopexy?
Like any surgery, it involves risks, although they are infrequent when performed in specialized centers.
Most common risks:
- Hematoma.
- Swelling.
- Temporary changes in sensitivity.
- Small asymmetries.
- Seroma.
Less common risks:
- Infection.
- Healing problems.
- Partial necrosis of the areola (very rare).
When can I return to sports or sunbathing?
Exercise is recommended after 4-6 weeks. Sun or beach exposure is advisable after 8 weeks, always with high sun protection.
How long does full recovery take?
Most patients resume their normal life in about 10 days, although the final result is progressively consolidated in about 3 months.
What is the difference between natural augmentation and with implants?
Augmentation with one's own fat offers a more subtle and natural result, while implants allow for greater volume, projection, and firmness of the breast.
Can I combine this surgery with other treatments?
Yes, it can be combined with procedures such as breast augmentation or liposuction, always after a personalized medical evaluation for greater safety.
Can mastopexy be financed at IdB?
We offer flexible financing options: payment up to 12 months without interest (0% APR) or longer-term financing, up to a maximum of 60 months.