Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

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A breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. Korean surgeons specialize in creating a natural, youthful breast contour with minimized scarring using advanced surgical techniques.

When Is a Breast Lift Needed?

Breast ptosis (sagging) commonly occurs due to aging, gravity, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and loss of skin elasticity. A breast lift is appropriate when the nipples point downward or fall below the breast crease, the breast shape is elongated or flat, or there is significant asymmetry. Korean surgeons classify ptosis into three grades based on the nipple position relative to the inframammary fold. During consultation, your surgeon will perform a thorough assessment and recommend the appropriate lift technique for your degree of ptosis. Many patients benefit from combining a breast lift with implants to restore both shape and volume.

Minimal Scar Techniques

Korean surgeons have developed several scar-minimizing breast lift techniques. The periareolar (donut) lift uses an incision only around the areola and is suitable for mild ptosis. The vertical (lollipop) lift adds a vertical incision from the areola to the breast crease and is the most commonly used technique for moderate ptosis. The inverted-T (anchor) lift adds a horizontal incision along the breast crease and provides the most lifting power for severe ptosis. Korean surgeons often combine these techniques with internal suturing methods that provide long-lasting support without relying solely on skin tension, reducing scar widening over time.

Combining Lift with Augmentation

Many patients who seek a breast lift also desire increased volume. In these cases, Korean surgeons can perform a breast lift with augmentation in a single surgery. This combination addresses both sagging and volume loss simultaneously, creating a fuller, perkier breast shape. The surgeon carefully coordinates the implant placement with the lift to ensure optimal shape and nipple position. While this combined procedure is more complex than either surgery alone, Korean plastic surgeons have extensive experience performing it safely. The combined approach is particularly popular for post-pregnancy body restoration, often as part of a comprehensive mommy makeover procedure.