Many women seeking breast rejuvenation may need to address several concerns at once, such as deflated breasts that look lower than they once were. Dr. Wilfred Brown, MD, FACS, a dual board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 30 years of experience, combines breast procedures in a single surgery for New York City patients. Breast implants alone can restore volume, while a breast lift can raise and reshape, but many women need both, which are commonly combined in one surgery.
How Is Breast Augmentation Combined with Breast Lift Surgery?
A breast augmentation with lift is performed in one surgery to save time while optimizing recovery and results. The breast lift removes excess skin and tightens the surrounding tissue to raise the breasts, while the augmentation adds volume with silicone or saline implants or fat transfer. Together, they restore both position and fullness.
During the breast lift portion, Dr. Brown reshapes the breast tissue and removes stretched skin, so the breasts sit higher on the chest. Incisions are placed in discreet locations, such as around the areola or along the natural breast crease. He also works to preserve nerve pathways and as much breast tissue and ductal system as possible.
For the augmentation, Dr. Brown offers FDA-approved Sientra silicone gel implants, with more than 340 options, two surface types, and five projection levels. Saline implants and fat transfer are also available. The procedure typically takes about 2 to 3 hours, depending on each patient’s needs.
Why Do NYC Patients Combine Breast Lift and Augmentation Surgery?
NYC patients often combine a breast lift and augmentation to address sagging and volume loss in one procedure, with one recovery period. This saves time away from work and daily life, which is especially valuable for busy professionals and parents.
A combined procedure can address several concerns at once, including:
- Sagging breasts and loss of upper breast fullness
- Nipples that sit below the brea