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Considering a breast lift in Weston, MA? Start by understanding what the procedure truly offers—and what it doesn’t.
A mastopexy lifts and reshapes the breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning tissue, creating a more youthful, uplifted breast. A mastopexy does not add or remove volume; although, volume changes can be combined with a breast augmentation or reduction.
Understanding the facts helps you set realistic goals. Communication with your surgeons ensures your results align with your wishes. At Clareo Plastic Surgery, we offer clarity, not pressure.
A breast lift corrects sagging (ptosis) caused by aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight fluctuations. Using incisions around the areola and on the bottom of the breast, the nipples are elevated, areola size is reduced, and the breast is reshaped. The incisions are tailored to the individual patient, covered by any clothing, and heal well. Breast lifts are an outpatient procedure, and recovery is a few days with return to full athletic activities in four weeks.
Clareo surgeons will often utilize an “internal” bra to support the breast shape and enhance the longevity of the results. The internal bra is a resorbable mesh that stimulates your body to create a permanent layer of collagen support. You cannot feel the mesh, even immediately after surgery, and the mesh is completely gone by six months. However, the additional support will last for years to come.
Breast augmentation, with fat or implants, can be combined with a lift for volume enhancement. Similarly, breast tissue can be removed to reduce size at the time of the breast lift. Asymmetry can be corrected with an augmentation, reduction, or combination of the two. The visions and recovery for mastopexy combined with augmentation or reduction are similar to those of mastopexy alone.
Breast ptosis (sag) is a mismatch of the amount of skin and volume of the breast. The skin has become stretched and has lost elasticity, and breast volume has reduced, or a combination of the two. Pregnancy, weight loss, and aging are the most common causes of ptosis; however, some patients have suffered from it in their teens or twenties despite not having been pregnant or having had significant weight fluctuations. Whatever the cause of breast ptosis, Clareo surgeons can offer you a more youthful-shaped breast and a size that balances your figure.
Breast augmentation adds volume via implants or fat transfer; reduction removes tissue to shrink large breasts. A lift reshapes existing tissue without a primary focus on size change.
When combined, these procedures can both restore lift and adjust volume—ideal for someone whose breasts have lost shape and become smaller or larger than desired.
Not every woman is an ideal lift candidate. Safe, satisfying results begin with stable health, realistic expectations, and a clear understanding of the procedure and recovery.
Good candidates experience one or more of the following:
Timing is crucial in achieving lasting results. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can cause ptosis, so many women choose to delay mastopexy until they have finished having children. However, this is not necessary. Plastic surgery is a personal choice. If secondary mastopexy were to be performed years after the first, the same incisions can generally be used, so no additional scarring is necessary.
Maintaining a stable weight for at least six months before and after surgery optimizes results and longevity.
Age alone isn’t a barrier—Clareo’s mastopexy patients range from 20 to 70 years young!
Your consultation at Clareo Plastic Surgery starts with a thorough review of your medical history, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals. Dr. Michael Tantillo and Dr. Christopher Lee—both certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery—will assess your anatomy, skin quality, and tissue elasticity and discuss the best approach for you.
For patients outside the Boston area, secure virtual consultations are available, offering convenient access without compromising thoroughness.
Together, you and your surgeon will discuss lift options, whether augmentation may be beneficial, realistic recovery timelines, and available financing. This collaborative conversation ensures you leave informed and confident—never rushed or pressured.
Clareo’s approach to mastopexy combines two decades of collective experience, modern techniques, and personalized care. Every procedure is tailored to the patient’s anatomy, goals, and lifestyle.
Safety is the foundation of everything we do. Dr. Lee and Dr. Tantillo are board-certified surgeons who trained at Ivy League academic centers and operate exclusively in accredited surgery facilities. You will have a full team of doctors and nurses caring for you while at the surgery center.
Volume can be added to the breasts at the time of a lift, either by using an implant or transferring fat. Clareo offers patients a wide variety of implants, including the most technologically advanced, sixth-generation MotivaⓇ implants.
MotivaⓇ implants, due to their nano-textured implant shell and monobloc construction, have the lowest risk of capsular contracture of implants available today. MotivaⓇ implants are available in two subtly different silicone gels, one of which maintains a rounder shape and the other of which gives a more teardrop shape.
Fat transfer breast augmentation has the added benefit of liposuction. Liposuction is used to harvest the patient’s fat, which is then prepared in the operating room and transferred to the breast. A breast augmentation, lift, and body contouring operation all in one!
At Clareo, you have a wealth of choices because our surgeons stay up to date with technological and procedural innovations so they can offer you the best possible results.
A successful outcome extends well beyond the operating room. Clareo’s patient‑first philosophy guides recovery support, clear expectations, and long‑term follow‑up.
Patients will be ready to leave the surgery center and return home about an hour after the procedure ends. They’ll be taken home with a friend or family member who will stay with them for at least the first 24 hours after surgery, and will leave with a surgical bra that provides modest compression. We encourage patients to be up and walking in the afternoon and evening of the surgery.
Throughout the early recovery phase, Clareo’s team provides 24/7 on-call support. Clear written instructions guide medication schedules and proper garment use to help you stay comfortable and on track.
Typical milestones:
While recovery is short-term, the aesthetic benefits of a breast lift are long-lasting. Most patients enjoy a firmer, perkier shape for 10 to 15 years before noticing gradual changes in skin elasticity and breast position.
Weight changes and future pregnancies can impact results, so maintaining a steady weight and healthy lifestyle goes a long way. For some, periodic non-surgical treatments—like radiofrequency or microneedling with RF—can help extend the benefits by supporting skin quality over time.
A breast lift (mastopexy) reshapes and elevates existing breast tissue by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying support structures. Implants, by contrast, add volume and fullness using saline or silicone devices.
When combined, a lift restores perkiness while an implant restores or enhances size—delivering both position and projection. Clareo’s surgeons tailor each plan to balance your natural anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Yes. A mastopexy can address uneven breast height, shape, and position by tailoring the lift on each side independently. When asymmetry involves volume differences, combining the lift with augmentation or reduction fine‑tunes fullness for balanced contours.
Clareo Plastic Surgery’s board‑certified surgeons assess your unique anatomy during consultation, then design a surgical plan that delivers symmetry while preserving a natural, proportional look.
Incision patterns vary based on your anatomy and the degree of lift required: periareolar (around the nipple), vertical (lollipop), or anchor‑shaped. Clareo’s surgeons use meticulous suturing techniques and place incisions where they will be concealed by undergarments.
Initial redness and slight elevation are normal; scars typically soften and fade over 6 to 12 months. Personalized scar‑management recommendations help ensure they become as inconspicuous as possible.
Most patients schedule 7 to 10 days off work to rest and manage discomfort. Light activities—walking and gentle stretching—can resume at two weeks. Core or upper‑body exercises return at about six weeks, once swelling subsides and tissues stabilize.
Clareo provides a customized recovery timeline based on your procedure specifics and lifestyle. Adhering to follow‑up visits and garment wear optimizes healing and comfort.
Absolutely. Many patients choose combined procedures—such as augmentation mastopexy (lift plus implants), fat transfer, tummy tuck, liposuction, and/or arm lift—as part of a comprehensive “mommy makeover.”
Performing multiple treatments in one session can reduce overall recovery time and anesthesia exposures. Clareo’s board‑certified surgeons develop a safe, sequenced surgical plan to achieve harmonious results while prioritizing patient comfort and efficient healing.
If breast shape and position are the primary concerns—such as droop or ptosis—a lift alone often suffices. When volume loss (deflation) accompanies sagging, adding implants or liposuction with fat transfer restores fullness alongside elevation.
A breast lift isn’t about changing who you are—it’s about restoring what already feels like you. When performed by board-certified surgeons using precise, personalized techniques, it can offer a lasting improvement in shape, projection, and confidence.
At Clareo, we’re committed to helping you understand what this procedure can and can’t do. If you’re considering a lift, our team is here to offer honest guidance, thoughtful planning, and a level of care that respects your goals at every step.
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