Breast Lift in Kelowna
A breast lift, clinically known as mastopexy, elevates the nipple and areola to a more youthful position and tightens the skin and breast tissue.
Restore a more youthful breast position
A breast lift elevates the position of the nipple-areolar complex and tightens the skin and breast tissue. The procedure usually makes the breasts smaller; if this is undesirable, an implant can be added to help the breasts look fuller, which is known as augmentation mastopexy.
Breast Lift: the procedure, results and recovery
The procedure
There are three main incision patterns: around the areola; around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease; or around the areola, vertically down and horizontally along the breast crease. Dr. Peterson will decide which pattern suits you best.
The breast tissue is lifted and reshaped to improve contour and firmness, the nipple and areola are repositioned to a natural, more youthful height, and the remaining skin is tightened as the incisions are closed. Visible incision lines fade significantly with time. The procedure requires general anaesthesia and is carried out on a day care basis.
Results
You will be able to see the results of your surgery as soon as the procedure is complete. Swelling and incision lines reduce with time and your results will continue to improve.
Recovery
Dressings will be applied to your incisions and you will wear a support bra to minimize swelling and promote healing. You will be given detailed instructions on caring for your breasts after surgery, medication, and your follow-up with Dr. Peterson.
Before undergoing any cosmetic surgical procedure, consult with your physician and your plastic surgeon to determine if cosmetic surgery is an appropriate choice for you.
See breast lift results at your consultation
Ask Dr. Peterson to see before and after photos when you meet. You can also browse our online before and after gallery.
Dr. Brian D. Peterson
BSc, MD, FRCSC, FACS · Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Founder and Medical Director, Okanagan Health Surgical Centre
- Associate Professor, University of British Columbia
- Fellowship Director, Aesthetic & Breast Surgery, UBC
- Past President, Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (2007)
Dr. Brian D. Peterson entered his specialty practice in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery in Kelowna in 1992, after fellowship training in breast and aesthetic surgery. The primary focus of his practice is aesthetic cosmetic plastic surgery, and he lectures internationally.
Dr. Peterson and his team are dedicated to an exceptional standard of patient education and care. No matter the scale of your cosmetic goals, each case is treated with an extraordinary level of dedication and attention to detail.
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