Breast Lift
Serving patients in Fairfield County, Westchester County, and New York City
A breast lift is the definitive solution for reversing the effects of gravity, pregnancy, and weight fluctuations. While breast augmentation adds volume, a breast lift focuses on the structural repositioning of the breast tissue. At Otake MD, we approach this procedure with a deep understanding of tissue biology, ensuring that the internal support structures are reinforced to provide a result that is both beautiful and durable.
Dr. Leo Otake’s surgical expertise keeps scars minimal while maximizing the "lift" effect. Serving patients in White Plains, Fairfield County, and Westchester, our practice offers a sophisticated, personalized experience designed to help you look as vibrant as you feel.
A breast lift, clinically known as a mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to elevate the breasts by removing excess, inelastic skin, tightening the internal supporting tissues, and repositioning the nipple and areola to a more youthful height. The result is a firmer, more aesthetically pleasing breast shape.
Dr. Otake offers several surgical options tailored to the degree of "ptosis" (sagging) present. Depending on your goals, a breast lift can be performed as a standalone procedure or in conjunction with breast augmentation if you wish to restore volume at the same time. Dr. Otake helps you choose the surgical approach that best supports your skin’s long-term elasticity for results you can enjoy for years to come.
On surgery day, you will be welcomed by our team and guided through each step of your procedure with a focus on comfort and safety. After the administration of general anesthesia, Dr. Otake creates precise incisions based on the pre-determined plan—options include the periareolar (around the nipple), vertical (lollipop), or inverted-T (anchor) incision.
Dr. Otake then reshapes the underlying breast tissue to improve firmness and elevates the nipple-areola complex to a more central position. He utilizes advanced internal suturing techniques to support the new breast weight, reducing the strain on the external skin to promote a smooth, graceful contour with minimized scarring.
A breast lift is designed to address breast ptosis, or sagging. It can also correct nipples that point downward or areolas that have become stretched and enlarged over time. Many women notice changes in their breasts over time due to factors like:
The breast lift procedure restores a more youthful, shapely breast contour that sits higher on the chest. Patients often find that their clothing fits better and that they feel more confident in swimwear and intimate apparel.
Beyond the aesthetic change, Dr. Otake’s approach focuses on the internal architecture of the breast. By tightening the underlying fascia and tissue, he provides a more stable result that resists future sagging. Because this procedure is highly customizable, the results look and feel natural and harmonious with your proportions.
Women considering mastopexy are typically bothered by sagging or a loss of breast firmness. Surgical candidates must be in good general health with no medical conditions that could impact the safety of the procedure or the healing process.
It is important to be at a stable weight, as future weight changes or pregnancies can impact the longevity of your results. During your consultation, Dr. Otake will learn about your goals, answer all of your questions about the procedure, and perform an exam to determine the most effective lifting technique for your body.
The recovery process after a breast lift is designed to be as comfortable and streamlined as possible. For the first few days, you may experience some mild soreness and swelling, which is well-managed with prescribed medication. You will wear a supportive surgical bra to minimize tension on your incisions and support your new contours.
Dr. Otake provides detailed instructions on when you can resume exercise and daily activities. Most patients find they can return to non-physical work within a week. As a specialist in wound healing and biochemistry, Dr. Otake monitors your progress closely during follow-up visits to ensure your incisions are healing beautifully and that the internal tissues are stabilizing.
While you will see an immediate change in the position of your breasts, your final results will emerge over the first 3 to 6 months as the swelling subsides and the tissues settle into their new, firmer position. You will notice a significantly more youthful profile and a more proportional silhouette.
These results are designed to be long-lasting. While no surgery can stop the natural aging process, the structural changes made during a mastopexy are permanent. By maintaining a stable weight and wearing supportive undergarments, you can enjoy your uplifted, rejuvenated profile for many years to come.
Dr. Leo Otake is a Yale-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive expertise in reconstructive breast surgery and microsurgical techniques. His deep understanding of the biochemical aspects of skin elasticity and the complex anatomy of the chest wall allows him to offer a level of precision that is rare in aesthetic surgery.
In our White Plains practice, we provide academic-caliber care in a patient-centered environment, ensuring that your journey to a more confident self is as seamless as your results are beautiful.
No, a breast lift alone does not change the volume of the breast; it simply repositions the tissue you already have. If you desire both a lift and an increase in size, Dr. Otake can perform a "breast lift with augmentation" using implants or fat transfer.
While both procedures involve lifting and reshaping, a breast reduction removes a significant amount of glandular tissue and fat to decrease the weight and size of the breast. A breast lift focuses primarily on skin removal and tissue tightening to address sagging.
Dr. Otake is an expert in scar management and places incisions in locations where they can be most easily hidden by bras or swimwear. Because of his background in wound healing biochemistry, he utilizes techniques to minimize scar thickness. Over time, these lines fade significantly.
In most cases, women can breastfeed successfully after a breast lift, as the nipple remains attached to the underlying milk ducts and nerves. However, it is important to discuss your future family plans with Dr. Otake during your consultation.
The results are permanent in that the excess skin is gone and the tissue is tightened. However, gravity and aging will continue to affect the body. Maintaining a stable weight and wearing a supportive bra are the best ways to preserve your results.
This depends on the amount of sagging you have. A "donut" lift is for mild sagging, a "lollipop" for moderate, and an "anchor" for more significant correction. Dr. Otake will recommend the most conservative option that will still achieve your desired lift.
