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Time is not your friend when it comes to your breasts. Whether it’s because of age, weight changes, pregnancy or breast feeding, as time passes, it’s natural for breasts to give in to gravity.
But there is hope—and help for sagging boobs! A mastopexy, also known as a breast lift, is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon removes excess breast skin and creates a more youthful, perky appearance. It’s a reshaping, a lift and skin tightening procedure that can be done with or without augmentation or breast reduction.
In addition to correcting the problem of sagging breasts, mastopexy can also solve another problem many women have. This procedure will correct any symmetry issues you may have with your breasts (shape/size difference.)
The main pro of this procedure is that you will see immediate results. The main negative: this is major surgery and not without risks.
Is a Mastopexy the Right Procedure for You?
First things first, you need to select a plastic surgeon and meet with them to discuss your goals for the procedure. They will have a lot of questions to ask you regarding your current health conditions, medical history and any mammogram results or surgeries that might be relevant.
Make sure to mention any history of breast cancer!
They will take photographs and likely mark your breasts to get a better idea of the extent of work that needs to be done to ensure a quality outcome.
If your plastic surgeon decides you are a candidate for mastopexy, it’s important that you ask questions, as well, including:
1. What are the risks associated with mastopexy?
2. How long will my procedure last?
3. How much pain will there be after the surgery? What type of pain meds will I receive?
4. Will I have drains that need to be managed?
5. Will I experience a lot of swelling? How do I manage that?
6. When can I shower?
7. Do I have to wear special clothing after the procedure?
8. How soon will I be able to care for myself after surgery?
Mastopexy Aftercare & Recovery
Another important question is this: How can I minimize my discomfort after the boob lift and get the care I need during recovery?
Having plastic surgery is step one. Step two is recovery time. It’s important to consider what will happen after the procedure. Recovery time differs for every person and depends on your pain threshold, how much cutting was involved in your procedure and your aftercare during the days and weeks after your mastopexy.
CosMed At Home offers a wonderful option for you when it comes to plastic surgery aftercare. Our highly trained and experienced nurses will come to your home (they will even pick you up from the surgery center or hospital) and be by your side during your post operative recovery period.
Think about it: you get to relax in the comfort of your own surroundings and you won’t have to lift a finger!
Rely on CosMed At Home Nurses to:
1. Help you manage your pain and medication.
2. Take care of any drains or bandages that require attendance.
3. Keep an eye out for any complications including bleeding, numbness, nausea/vomiting, and more. Of course, the CosMed nurse will tend to these concerns and contact your surgeon when appropriate.
4. Help you in and out of bed and with any mobility issues.
5. Assist with bathroom activities.
6. Help you with your surgical bra and any other garments suggested by your surgeon.
7. Help with placing food orders and light housekeeping.
8. Contact your surgeon with any questions or assist with scheduling
Can My Family Help Me After Surgery?
Of course, the answer is yes—they are welcome to pitch in. However, and let’s be honest here, many people have the best of intentions but aren’t always great when it comes to wounds/blood, etc.
Further, your spouse/partner/child/best friend have their own lives. They might absolutely want to help you. But you don’t know exactly how much help you will need. They have work and other responsibilities.
Your COSMED AT HOME nurse will be there 24/7 for as long as you need them. Post op recovery care for plastic surgery patients is what they do for a living—and they do it very well. In fact, contacting CosMed At Home to schedule an in-home nurse to care for you after your mastopexy is the best gift you can give yourself.
Please call us at 973-500-4799 for more information and be sure to schedule your CosMed At Home nurse at least two weeks before your scheduled procedure.