A woman may be comfortable with the size and shape of her breasts when they are in a restricting bra, but uncomfortable with the way they sag low when not supported. Along with improving the contour and shape of it, a lift can provide a more symmetrical look.
But, the inherent risks associated with surgery can make a breast lift intimidating to many women. The procedure also leaves a visible scar, leaving some women to wonder if the scar will leave them just as insecure about the previous look of it.
There is good news and bad news for women seeking natural or less-invasive procedures. The bad news is that doctors agree that nothing can fully recreate the benefits of a breast lift surgery for women who need excess skin removed.
Exercise programs can firm up the chest and back muscles, improving a woman's posture and strengthening the pectoral muscles, perhaps making them look bigger and firmer. However, the muscles in the chest do not support them, so they cannot provide any "lift" to them.
Herbal remedies can make the skin on the breasts feel smoother or firmer but they cannot tighten stretched skin and ligaments. Getting fit and toned might also help a woman determine whether they are the source of her insecurity or whether she is really dealing with an overall sense of body dissatisfaction.
The good news is that there are many techniques that can be performed to minimize the invasiveness of the procedure and the visibility of the incision. For example, an inconspicuous incision can be made around the areola. Implants can sometimes be inserted through the belly button.
One thing to keep in mind that more work that needs to be done or the heavier they are, a more invasive technique may be required. Careful Postoperative care is also very important in reducing the redness and swelling of scars.
What is important is to carefully choose a doctor who can review your goals and medical history and make recommendations that will meet your needs.
Take an active role in selecting the type of procedure the doctor will perform. Also, maintain realistic expectations. After all, even surgery cannot stop the effects of aging and eventually the breasts will begin to sag again.
But, the inherent risks associated with surgery can make a breast lift intimidating to many women. The procedure also leaves a visible scar, leaving some women to wonder if the scar will leave them just as insecure about the previous look of it.
There is good news and bad news for women seeking natural or less-invasive procedures. The bad news is that doctors agree that nothing can fully recreate the benefits of a breast lift surgery for women who need excess skin removed.
Exercise programs can firm up the chest and back muscles, improving a woman's posture and strengthening the pectoral muscles, perhaps making them look bigger and firmer. However, the muscles in the chest do not support them, so they cannot provide any "lift" to them.
Herbal remedies can make the skin on the breasts feel smoother or firmer but they cannot tighten stretched skin and ligaments. Getting fit and toned might also help a woman determine whether they are the source of her insecurity or whether she is really dealing with an overall sense of body dissatisfaction.
The good news is that there are many techniques that can be performed to minimize the invasiveness of the procedure and the visibility of the incision. For example, an inconspicuous incision can be made around the areola. Implants can sometimes be inserted through the belly button.
One thing to keep in mind that more work that needs to be done or the heavier they are, a more invasive technique may be required. Careful Postoperative care is also very important in reducing the redness and swelling of scars.
What is important is to carefully choose a doctor who can review your goals and medical history and make recommendations that will meet your needs.
Take an active role in selecting the type of procedure the doctor will perform. Also, maintain realistic expectations. After all, even surgery cannot stop the effects of aging and eventually the breasts will begin to sag again.
