Breast lift without implants. Procedures and methods for elasticizing breasts in cosmetology

During pregnancy and lactation, the woman’s breast undergoes heavy loads – the mammary glands become larger, colostrum accumulates in them, and then milk. The chest changes shape, sagging, loses elasticity and attractiveness.

To improve the aesthetic appearance, cosmetology offers several methods of breast lift without the use of implants. Efficiency, essence and prices of such procedures are different.

Indications for breast lift without implants

Ptosis (or sagging breasts) occurs due to such factors:

1. Age-related changes – with the natural aging of the body, the skin becomes flabby, does not withstand the severity of the chest.
2. Dramatic changes in the weight of women. With sudden weight loss, the skin stretches and the chest sags.
3. Prolonged period of breastfeeding. During breastfeeding, the skin in this area can endure a large load due to flushing of milk.
4. One of the breasts is underdeveloped, so its size is different.
5. Breast damage since birth.
6. An operation was performed in this area.
7. Imbalance in hormonal balance.
8. Genetic predisposition.

Mammoplasty. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

Mammoplasty can be of 3 types: change of shape (partial lift), full tightening and reduction of the mammary glands, breast enlargement (implies insertion of implants, other methods without). The price of a standard mammoplasty depends on the and the prestige of the clinic.

As a rule, the price tag starts at $ 1360.

Changes in shape, breast lift or reduction can be achieved using the following mammoplasty procedures:

• mastopexy anchor;
• mastopexy vertical;
• lipolifting;
• periareolar mastopexy.

Vertical mastopexy. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

The essence of the operation is that with the help of surgical intervention they change the shape of the breast, but do not change its size.

How is the procedure:

1. The patient is under anesthesia.
2. A vertical incision is made from the nipple.
3. It goes in 2 directions – to the fold of skin under the breast and around the nipple.
4. The nipple is raised to the required level.
5. Skin that has become redundant is removed.
6. Stitches are placed on the wound.

On average, an operation takes up to 3 hours.

A number of issues that this method fixes:

• mammary glands are asymmetric;
• striae appeared on the skin;
• glandular tissues are replaced with fat – the breast becomes less elastic and softer;
• the nipple and areola tend down;
• the volume of the skin does not match the volume of the mammary glands;
• during breastfeeding, the thoracic ligamentous apparatus stretched.

After carrying out, 1 month of rehabilitation is needed.

Breast lift without implants, the price of which is similar to implant repair, has several important advantages:

• glands do not sag, become elastic;
• due to raising the breast upwards, visually it looks bigger;
• complexes in a woman disappear.

Negative sides:

• swelling after surgery can last up to 4 months.
• there are complications: pain within a few days after surgery; the appearance of bleeding; hematoma may occur at the incision site; festering seam; the occurrence of purulent infection.
• side effects: a very noticeable scar; the result disappears after 7 years; the chest becomes less sensitive;
• there are contraindications;

Cost: approximate – from $ 680. up to $ 1360.

Anchor mastopexy. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

It differs from vertical mastopexy by the technique of execution.

Technique of execution:

1. The patient is under anesthesia.
2. Side incisions are made along the areoles.
3. They are connected in 1 line.
4. Continue their movement along the submammary ligament.
5. The excess skin and mammary gland tissue are cut off.
6. The wound is sutured with absorbable sutures.

The shape of the cut resembles an anchor – hence the name of the procedure.

Pros:

• due to the ability to cut off large areas of the skin and breast tissue, complete mastopexy is performed;
• the form is selected taking into account the wishes of the client;
• the effect of the procedure remains for a long time.

Minuses:

• visible scar – if the sutures were not applied correctly, or the patient did not follow the recommendations for rehabilitation;
• the possibility of complications: infection and the occurrence of suppuration; bleeding; discrepancy of seams; with violations of the execution technique, repeated lowering of the breast is possible;
• there are contraindications.

Breast lift without implants (price from $ 680 – $ 1360) is an effective procedure to improve the shape of the bust for an average age of 35-45 years.

Periareolar mastopexy. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

The procedure is performed with minor changes in the shape of the breast.

Technique of execution:

1. The patient is under general anesthesia.
2. 2 cuts are performed. The first is around the circumference of the nipple. The second – goes around the first cut.
3. The resulting skin area is removed.
4. A new area of skin is pulled to the nipple.
5. Stitches are sutured.

Rehabilitation lasts up to 1 month.

Pros:

• elimination of excess skin and the return of the nipple to the right place;
• preservation of the natural form of the breast;
• the ability to reduce areoles;
• asymmetry is eliminated.

Minuses:

• complications are possible: bleeding, due to which blood will accumulate in one cavity – it is necessary to pump it out or remove the sutures and seal the bleeding vessel; the occurrence of infection; decrease or complete loss of sensitivity; impaired healing; the appearance of non-aesthetic folds of skin after surgery; noticeable scars;
• there are contraindications;
• after surgery, pain at the suture site is possible.

Cost approximately – from 50 $ 0 – $ 1224.

Lipolifting. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

The lipolifting procedure is that fat is pumped into the chest, which is taken from other parts of the body.

A number of problems that lipolifting can solve:

• breast size does not satisfy its owner;
• left and right breasts are at different levels;
• worsening breast shape.

Technique of execution:

1. Fat cells are pumped out from the patient.
2. They are processed – this will save their structure and will not disrupt the work.
3. At
   the “new place” part of the cells take root and begin to function, the other part is utilized naturally.
4. From the functioning of cells there is an increase in fat – the breast becomes larger.

Pros:

• breast augmentation without implant placement;
• procedure 2 in 1. The patient gets rid of body fat in an unnecessary place and increases breast size;
• lack of scars;
• there will be no effect of an artificial breast – it will look natural;
• Mammography examination diagnostics are not distorted.

Minuses:

• breast can be increased only by 1 size;
• you need to repeat the procedure – gradually the fat deposits dissolve;
• can not be used if there is no excess body fat;
• the possibility of complications: during the engraftment of cells, pain is possible; uneven resorption of fat cells leads to asymmetry; rarely – infection; soft tissue fibrosis;
• there are contraindications.

Cost: approximately – from 110000 to $ 2720.

Miostimulation. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

Miostimulation – exposure to pulses of electric current, tonic muscles. Can replace a full workout with chest muscles.

A number of problems that myostimulation can solve are:

• decreased muscle tone of the chest;
• loss of a beautiful contour of the chest;
• striae on the skin;
• sagging skin.

Breast lift without implants (price is described below) using myostimulation has the following technique:

1. Lubrication of the stimulation site with a gel that provides better current conductivity.
2. Installation of electrodes.
3. The session takes approximately 20 minutes.
4. Conducted by courses.

Pros:

• no surgical intervention;
• replacement or addition to exercise;
• almost complete absence of pain;
• may be carried out in conjunction with other procedures;
• almost complete absence of complications;
• low price, in comparison with surgical intervention;
• skin condition improvement;
• You can buy the device and carry out the procedure at home.

Minuses:

• will help only with a small degree of change in the shape of the breast;
• you need to repeat the course stably at least 1 time in 1 year;
• there are contraindications.

Cost: approximately – $ 14. for 1 procedure.

Microcurrents using serums. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

The essence of the method is the application of special cosmetic serums and exposure to sensors with microcurrents. They provide a greater effect on serums.

Pros:

• without surgical intervention;
• low price;
• retains youthful skin – it becomes toned and supple;
• accelerates metabolism;
• minimal soreness;
• side effects are unlikely.

Minuses:

• not as pronounced effect as with surgical intervention;
• you need to regularly repeat the procedure;
• there are contraindications.

Cost: approximately – $ 16. for 1 procedure.

Laser lift. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

The newest method – studies are still being conducted in the United States regarding effectiveness.

Technique of execution:

1. A laser beam is directed to the chest.
2. Outgoing waves massage.

Pros:

• minimal soreness;
• skin condition improvement;
• massage provides better blood circulation;
• no surgery.

Minuses:

• the effect of breast augmentation is doubtful;
• the method has not been completely investigated.

Cost: from $ 27. for 1 procedure.

Mesotherapy – breast lift by injection. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

The method involves improving the shape of the breast by injection.

What drugs are used to carry them out:

1. Hyaluronic acid – provides elasticity to the bust and hydration of the skin.
2. Collagen – will provide the formation of tissue that will create a framework in the chest and prevent or help get rid of sagging breast glands.
3. Organic Silicon – removes scars and striae.
4. Plant components. Their role is nutrition and hydration, normalization of the balance of nutrients.

A cocktail is created from the described substances (not all may be used). The use of a particular drug depends on the patient’s problem.

Technique of execution:

1. Surface treatment of the skin with an antiseptic solution.
2. Local anesthesia is performed.
3. Injections are performed – with a strong thin needle, a cocktail of preparations is slowly introduced to a depth of 3/32 – 5/32 inch.
4. Conducted by courses.

Breast lift without implants (price lower) using mesotherapy has positive aspects:

• improving the condition of the skin, prolonging its youth;
• method without surgery;
• the drug is selected individually depending on the problem.

Minuses:

• possible side effects: bruising; itching redness pain syndrome; the occurrence of allergies;
• it is believed that such a procedure provokes the development of formations, including malignant ones.

Cost – the cost of courses from approximately $ 272.

Breast lift with mesothreads. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

Most often used to prevent further breast prolapse. Eliminates ptosis if breast volume is maintained. What are mesothreads – they are made from polydioxanone. This is the material used for sutures in surgery. It is safe and does not cause an allergic reaction.

Technique of execution:

1. On the chest, the specialist draws with a marker the places where it is necessary to install the threads.
2. The patient is under general anesthesia.
3. It is necessary to treat the skin with an antiseptic.
4. The threads are set using a special needle. They are carried into the chest through micro-incisions that do not leave scars.
5. A “thread frame” is created.
6. Using one of the threads, the entire structure is attached to the collarbone, and the needle is pulled out.
7. The place of cuts and injections is sealed with a plaster.

Pros:

• there are no scars and scars;
• short rehabilitation period;
• minim
  ally injured tissue;
• there are no restrictions on the functioning of the mammary glands.

Minuses:

• if the breast size is more than 2, then the procedure is not carried out;
• short-term effect – may end in 1 year. On average – 2-3 years;
• there are complications: between the closely spaced threads, tissue sagging may appear; if the threads are inserted superficially, they can remain visible; rarely – inflammation.

Cost approximately – from $ 1224.

Breast shape correction with Macroline filler. The essence, advantages and disadvantages, price

Macroline is the only drug in the world whose essence is changes in the body contour. It has no analogues, therefore there is no competition and the price of Macroline is high – for 0,34 fluid ounce of the drug (1 pack), the price is about $ 136.

The main component in the composition is hyaluronic acid. Unlike other fillers (paraffin, polyacrylate gel), it is a natural component of human tissues. Therefore, the acid is absorbed and excreted from the body.

Technique:

1. Marking is carried out using a marker, so that the specialist can more easily navigate.
2. The patient is locally injected with lidocaine.
3. The doctor makes small incisions.
4. They introduce special cannulas.
5. Gel syringes are attached to the cannulas.

To carry out the procedure on 1 breast, 10 to 15 syringes are needed ( 0,34 fluid ounce in 1 syringe).

Pros:

• an opportunity to see what a breast with enlarged forms looks like;
• the body is not anesthetized;
• there are no scars and scars;
• easy rehabilitation period.

Minuses:

• cost;
• the gel may drain down due to gravity. It will need to be removed surgically;
• the gel dissolves quickly enough – after 6 months you can notice a change in the shape of the breast due to a decrease in the volume of the drug in the chest;
• soft tissue fibrosis may occur;
• the gel can become an obstacle in some diagnostic examinations – x-ray, ultrasound;
• there are contraindications;
• the procedure is painful;
• asymmetry may appear – the gel in each breast is absorbed unevenly.

Cost – approximately from $ 2720.

Mastopexy is the most effective way.

The essence of the procedure: mastopexy is a surgical intervention aimed at aesthetic improvement of the shape of the breast without enlarging it.

Contraindications

Their list:

• hormonal imbalance;
• bad habits – alcohol abuse and nicotine addiction;
• diagnosed diseases of the mammary glands;
• diabetes;
• oncological diseases;
• age up to 18 years;
• mental disorders, diseases of the nervous system;
• liver disease
• epilepsy;
• mastopathy
• sexually transmitted diseases;
• the period of breastfeeding is completed less than a year ago;
• menstruation period;
• obesity;
• a lot of scarring in the chest area.

Analyzes before the procedure

Before the operation, a woman is examined by a mammologist. He gives directions to tests and examinations.

Among them:

• Ultrasound of the mammary glands;
• ECG;
• EEG;
• fluorography;
• blood test (general, biochemical, for HIV, syphilis, hepatitis C and B);
• Analysis of urine;
• coagulogram;
• general practitioner consultation;
• consultation of an anesthetist.

On the day of mastopexy, you can not eat.

Preparation for surgery

Before conducting mastopexy, a woman must undergo training.

It includes:

1. Doctor consultation – plastic surgeon, therapist, mammologist, anesthetist.
2. Submission of all necessary tests, passing examinations (the list is given above).
3. Establishment of nutrition.
4. It is necessary to abandon bad habits – alcohol, smoking.
5. Need to reduce physical activity.
6. According to the doctor’s instructions, some medications must be discarded.

What anesthesia will be used

Mastopexy is not performed under local anesthesia, as the operation can last up to 4 hours, and there will also be no 100% analgesia. Therefore, the procedure is carried out under general anesthesia.

What is the duration of the operation

The duration of the operation, depending on the complexity, is from 1.5 to 4 hours.

How many days will the hospital last after mastopexy

The postoperative period in the hospital is 3 days with the inclusion of the day of surgery.

Rehabilitation period

Rehabilitation without complications usually lasts for 1-2 months.

The stages of rehabilitation are described in the table:

Stage Duration	What’s happening
Stage 1, 3 days	Hospital stay under medical supervision
Stage 2, 2-3 weeks	Stage of healing of sutures. After removing them, an increase in physical activity is possible
Stage 3, about 1 month	Final recovery

Possible complications

As with any operation, there is a risk of complications during mastopexy.

These include:

• hematomas;
• edema;
• pain at the seams;
• bleeding at the site of suturing;
• the occurrence of infection;
• a rough scar remains on the chest;
• areola deformity;
• the disappearance of sensitivity;
• suppuration.

Can I breastfeed after mastopexy

During the operation, there is no effect on the mammary glands – the surgeon excises only adipose tissue and skin. Therefore, there is no prohibition on breastfeeding after breast lift.

Are postoperative scars visible

Most often, scars stretch over time. But there is such a complication as a rough scar. It will be possible to get rid of it only with special cosmetic procedures (laser, resurfacing).

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After birth, a lactation period begins. Surgery is prohibited at this time. It is only allowed to perform physical exercises to improve breast shape, massage, body wraps.

Breast lift at home

At home, there will not be the effect that the operable method will give, but in order to avoid further sagging, you can use home care methods.

Collagen mask

Collagen-based masks will improve skin elasticity, and additional nutrients will restore the balance of trace elements, stop skin aging. This will provide a breast lift.

The most famous mask is Rapibust. Manufacturer – China. Made in the form of pads with a hole for the nipple. They are put in a bra cup and worn for 8 hours. The course of implementation is 16 days.

Wraps

The skin of the neckline needs to be prepared for the procedure – clean with a scrub, massage gently and warm up, rinse the scrub with warm water.

Honey Wrap Recipe:

• mix warmed honey and milk. Proportion 1: 1;
• apply to prepared skin;
• wrap with cling film;
• leave for 15 minutes;
• rinse off with warm water.

Chest Exercise

The most effective exercises:

1. Push ups. The easiest and most effective method.
2. Breeding hands with dumbbells while lying on a bench – exercise “butterfly”.
3. “Butterfly” with the arms back.

Breast massage

Massage methods at home:

1. Massage with oil. Oil (the types will be described below) should be distributed in a circular motion over the chest, do not crush or usd.
2. Cold and hot shower. By changing the temperature of the water in a circular motion, you need to massage the neckline.
3. Massage with a shower with water at a pleasant temperature, but not hot. 10-15 minutes you need to apply a stream of water to the chest.
4. Massage with a special cream for stretch marks. It is necessary to apply the cream on the bust and carry out stroking movements, light pops and tingling.

Application of oils

Top 5 oils that have beneficial effects on the skin of the breast:

1. Sea buckthorn oil.
2. Castor.
3. Cocoa.
4. Almond.
5. Olive.

These oils nourish the skin of the breast with nutrients, making it more elastic. This will help tighten the mammary glands and maintain their aesthetic appearance.
You can use oils for massage, in the manufacture of masks and mixtures for wrapping.

The mammary glands are subject to various loads and influences. A lift without implants will help restore a beautiful breast shape. It includes surgery, exercise, home care. The price of surgical interventions ranges from $ 1360.

Implant-free breast lift video

How is mastopexy, photos before and after: