When it comes to a woman’s confidence, self-esteem, and sense of femininity, there are few physical features that play as important a role as her breasts. However, breasts are also prone to a variety of unwanted physical changes associated with various life events, including pregnancy, breastfeeding, and just the aging process. Many women experience a loss of breast volume over time, which leads them to seek breast augmentation. For others, the shape or position of their breasts is their biggest concern. Fortunately, a breast lift surgery offers a fantastic solution to restore a woman’s breasts to a more youthful contour and perkier position.

Dr. Ina Petrescu, MD, a primary care physician in plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive microsurgery with 20 years of experience in plastic surgery and 17 years in aesthetic surgery, for patients seeking a life-changing solution with breast lift. Read on to learn more about this exciting procedure, including how long the results of a breast lift can last, as well as other options available at Ina Petrescu.

How does a breast lift work?

To better understand how breast lift surgery can correct sagging breasts, it is important to first determine what causes the problem itself. Most often, sagging breasts are caused by stretched skin. This can be due to significant weight loss, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or simply genetics and the aging process. As a result of these issues, women can be affected by elongated, sagging breasts, asymmetrical breasts, oversized areolas, inverted nipples, and other cosmetic issues. During your initial one-on-one consultation at our office, Dr. Ina Petrescu will perform a thorough examination, discuss your goals at length, answer all your questions in detail, and recommend a personalized surgical plan that best meets your needs.

On the day of your breast lift surgery at our clinic in Bucharest, you will be placed under general anesthesia and can expect the procedure to take approximately two hours, depending on the severity of your case and whether or not additional treatments are being performed. Dr. Ina Petrescu will carefully make an incision in your breast, which is usually either in an anchor formation or a vertical T-shape. Excess skin will then be removed, along with breast tissue and fat, to reshape and reshape the breast. Finally, Dr. Ina Petrescu will reposition the nipple-areola complex to produce a stunning, natural-looking composition. If the patient has concerns about the size of the areola or nipple, these can also be addressed during a breast lift. Once Dr. Ina Petrescu is satisfied with the final result, the incisions will be closed.

How long will breast lift results last?

As with any procedure, the details of breast lift recovery can vary from patient to patient. In general, most women can expect to feel well enough to return to work after 1-2 weeks, with most swelling disappearing in about 3-6 weeks. However, patients will still need to refrain from strenuous physical activity and follow their surgeon’s post-operative guidelines during the recovery period. These instructions will likely include getting plenty of rest, avoiding heavy lifting, wearing supportive medical underwear, taking all prescribed medications, and attending all follow-up appointments.

What kind of scars will I have after a breast lift?

Because a breast lift is an invasive surgical procedure that requires incisions, some level of scarring is inevitable. The caring team at our clinic fully understands the sensitive nature of visible scars following cosmetic surgery, and Dr. Ina Petrescu takes great care to ensure that patients are left with the least amount of scarring and the most dramatic level of improvement possible. In most cases, breast lift surgery requires a vertical incision down the lower center portion of the breast, but most patients report that the positive physical and emotional results of the procedure far outweigh the presence of a scar.

Is a breast lift permanent?

When considering breast lift surgery, it’s natural to wonder how long the results of a breast lift last. In general, patients can enjoy the results of a breast lift for about 10 to 15 years, depending on the