What is the Difference Between Breast Reduction and Breast Lift?, Raleigh, NC

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Many woman come in for desire of a breast reduction and wonder if they will have their breasts lifted as well. Nearly all breast reduction techniques involve manipulation of the breast shape to create a lifted appearance with movement of the nipple areola complex to a higher location and narrowing Hendry shaping of the breast mound. Breast reduction involves significant removal of breast tissue. While breast lifting typically may only remove skin excess and perhaps a small amount of breast tissue. This 39-year-old woman came in with a desire for breast reduction. She wore a 32 double D brassiere and wished to be a C cup. Consideration as to whether the amount of tissue required can be removed and still leave the desired size is one that only the plastic surgeon can make during a physical examination. In this patient's case, removal of just under 160 g of breast tissue and skin per side was needed to achieve her desired size and appearance. In her case, her procedure was considered a mastopexy although there certainly was a small amount of breast reduction involved.

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About Breast Lift

Dr. Lyle offers Breast Lift (Mastopexy) surgery to restore youthful perkiness to sagging breasts. This procedure can be performed alone or combined with breast implants or fat transfer to enhance volume and shape.

Find out more about Breast Lift surgery and visit our Breast Lift before and after photo gallery.

Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC

Dr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients' appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and the effects of aging.

Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch.

He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons society).

Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.

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To find out more about our procedure price ranges – visit the pricing page – please note that our practice no longer takes insurance patients. We can help you find low-interest medical financing to make your surgery more affordable.

If you’re considering surgery in Raleigh NC and want personalized advice about your suitability, recovery, risks and results, I’d be happy to meet with you for a consultation.

Let’s work together to help you achieve your best results—safely and beautifully.

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