Breast ptosis is a common problem of middle-aged women. In order to restore drooping breasts to their original position and shape as much as possible, breast lifting surgery is necessary. Breast lifting can be performed at any age, but it is usually performed after breast development stops, because the operation is to completely lift the mammary duct and nipple, which generally does not affect normal breastfeeding. If there is breast droop, but the size is appropriate, the breast is empty and lacks toughness; The nipple areola is downward, and the position is lower than that of the inframammary fold; Sometimes the development of two breasts is inconsistent, one is normal and tough, and the other is different. Breast augmentation and plastic surgery can be considered.

Before the operation, the plastic surgeon will check and measure the breast to know the size, shape, skin texture and the position of areola and nipple. At the same time, we should master the comprehensive information such as drug allergy, whether we have received treatment and the drugs we are taking now. The most common breast augmentation surgery includes three incisions: one around the areola; The other incision is vertically downward from the bottom of areola to the inframammary fold; The third incision follows the natural bending of breast folds. After the doctor removed too much breast tissue, fat and skin, the nipple areola was raised to a higher position. The areola is usually enlarged by traction and needs to be reduced. Pull down the skin above the areola and sew it around the areola to reshape the breast. Usually, nipples and areola are still connected to the underlying tissues to maintain their feelings. There are many methods of breast augmentation, and doctors will choose the most suitable method according to the shape of breast, the size of areola and the degree of sagging.

Serious complications of breast lifting are rare. General anesthesia can be used during the operation, and the patient is asleep during the whole operation. It can also be performed under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation. After the operation, put a dressing around the breast and wrap it with an elastic bandage. You can get up on the day after surgery, and it will be more convenient in a few days. Excessive exertion, bending over and lifting weights should be avoided in the early postoperative period, because these activities can cause swelling and even bleeding. You should sleep on your back to avoid pressing your breasts. Avoid sexual life for at least two weeks after breast augmentation surgery, and be extremely careful about breast protection. Usually you can return to work after 2 weeks.