Possible Complications with Connecticut Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Possible Complications

With a full Connecticut Breast Lift performed at our Westport surgery facilities, your scars are placed in the natural skin demarcation lines around the dark area around the nipple (areola), down the breast from the bottom of the areola to the crease underneath the breast. In most patients, the scars from the incisions will be pink for about six months and gradually fade thereafter. The scars are rarely troublesome. Nevertheless, you should know that all scars are permanent and their height, width and final color are not totally predictable.

As with any surgical procedure, small nerves to the skin are interrupted during surgery. Portions of the nipple area may feel numb or have a less than full feeling. Sensitivity generally returns over several weeks, but some diminished feeling may last indefinitely. This does not usually interfere with erotic sensation.

If you sunbathe, or utilize a tanning bed, you must not do so until any numbness of the breast is gone (to avoid burning). After this point, you must protect the incision site with a sunscreen of SPF 15 or more for at least six months.

No procedure is without risks; however, the majority of complications known to be associated with breast lift are minor when the procedure is performed by an experienced Board Certified Connecticut Plastic Surgeon. Nonetheless, it is important to enter into your procedure aware not only of the benefits, but also of the possible complications. Talk to your surgeon about every question and concern you may have during your consultation at our Westport, Connecticut, medical office.

Click here to request a certificate for $100 off any Medical Spa package and a chance to discuss Breast Lift (Mastopexy) with our Board Certified Connecticut Plastic Surgeon at our Westport medical offices.