Breast Services

Breast Lift

Breast Lift Dothan A woman's breasts may droop as a result of the natural effects of aging, heredity, gravity, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. A breast lift, also called a mastopexy, is performed to return youthful shape and lift to breasts that have sagged or lost volume and firmness.

Breast lifts rejuvenate the breasts by trimming excess skin and tightening supporting tissues to achieve an uplifted, youthful contour. After a mastopexy, the breasts are higher on the chest and firmer to the touch. Breast lifts can also reposition and reduce the size of the areola-the dark skin surrounding the nipple-which may have stretched or drooped.

Mastopexy is usually performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia and lasts from 1 to 3 hours depending on the individual. Most patients are immediately satisfied with their new breasts and can typically return to work 3 to 7 days following the procedure depending on each individual's circumstance.

Breast Lift with Implant

A breast lift with implants is a combination procedure that restores a youthful shape and lift to the breasts, while also increasing their size. Breast lifts rejuvenate the breasts by trimming excess skin and tightening supporting tissues to achieve an uplifted, youthful contour, while implants can change the size and fullness of the breast for an overall improved appearance. By combining these procedures, patients can enjoy fuller, more perky breasts and eliminate the need for multiple procedures and costs.

The breast lift and implant procedure is performed using techniques similar to a standard breast lift, except that a saline or silicone implant is also inserted during the same procedure. There are several incision techniques available for this procedure; your surgeon will decide which one is best for you.

Breast Reduction

Breast Reduction Dothan Large breasts can cause pain, improper posture, rashes, breathing problems, skeletal deformities, and low self-esteem. Breast reduction surgery is usually done to provide relief from these symptoms. Performed under general anesthesia, the two- to four-hour procedure removes fat and glandular tissue and tightens skin to produce smaller, lighter breasts that are in a healthier proportion to the rest of the body.

During the procedure an anchor-shaped incision is made from the new location of the nipple down to and around the crease beneath the breast. Dr. Baker removes excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin, relocates the nipple and areola, and reshapes the breast using skin from around the areola before closing the incisions with stitches.

A surgical bra will be placed on you immediately following the procedure and should be worn for six weeks. You will have surgical drainage tubes in place for approximately three days for fluid removal and stitches will be removed in two weeks.

Breast Reconstruction

Modern surgical technology makes it possible to construct a natural-looking breast after mastectomy (breast removal) for cancer or other diseases. Breast reconstructions can begin at the same time as mastectomy or may be delayed until a patient has healed from mastectomy and recovered from any additional cancer treatments that may be necessary.

Women whose cancer seems to have been eradicated with mastectomy are the best candidates for breast reconstruction. Those with health problems such as obesity and high blood pressure and those who smoke may be advised to wait. Others prefer to postpone surgery as they come to terms with having cancer, consider the extent of the procedure, or explore alternatives.

Breast reconstruction involves several procedures performed in multiple stages. Choosing the appropriate course of treatment requires careful consideration of the patient's anatomy, the technique that the patient and surgeon prefer, and realistic expectations. There are several ways to reconstruct the breast, both with and without implants; Dr. Baker will work with you in deciding which is the best for you.

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