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Vertical Technique Mastopexy or Breast Lift Treats Sagging With Less Scar

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This 43-year-old woman desired somewhat smaller breasts and wished to have treatment of her sagging. Breast sagging is also known as ptosis and is treated with mastopexy also known as breast lift. Breast reduction and breast lift are very similar but differ in the degree of tissue removal. This patient had a small reduction, less than the third of a pound on each side. The breast lift is designed to narrow the breast diameter, create a nicer shape, improve upper pole fill and lift the nipple position as well as reduce the areola. Breast augmentation may be added to improve upper pole volume; however many women do not want implants and their own tissue can be supported to achieve an all natural breast. Occasionally, surgical mesh is used to support the lifted breast tissue. In some cases, fat transfer can be added to improve volume. Incision design generally involves either an inverted T ( also known as anchor pattern) or Wise pattern or a vertical pattern also known as a lollipop. Patients with excess skin and desire for significant reduction may require a full inframammary fold incision. But in many occasions, the scar can be limited to the vertical component perhaps with a small extension laterally which creates a L shaped scar. This patient was very pleased with the improvement in shape, nipple position and volume of her breasts after mastopexy done by Dr. Glenn Lyle at his outpatient surgical facility.

Mastopexy, Raleigh, NC

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Mastopexy, Raleigh, NC

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Mastopexy, Raleigh, NC

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Mastopexy, Raleigh, NC

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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

 Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC - Dr Glenn Lyle HeadshotDr. 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.

To make an inquiry or book a consultation please fill in the contact form or phone the office on  919 307 85 85.

* All information subject to change. Images may contain models. Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary.