Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Rejuvenate the appearance of your breasts

Fluctuating weigh, the affects pregnancy or aging can all result in loss of skin elasticity. A breast lift rejuvenates the breast, firming the area and reduces sag. Breast augmentation by the use of implants can be combined with this procedure to complete the desired effect.

Length

The procedure can last up to three hours.

Procedure

A breast lift is usually carried out under general anaesthetic though occasionally if only a small area is affected a local anaesthetic may suffice. During the procedure the nipple and areola are repositioned higher on the breast and an incision from this point downwards and outwards meets an incision along the underside of the breast. The excess skin is removed and the skin is stitched around the areola and down to the lower crease at the bottom of the breast.

A variation of the technique, used when less skin is too be removed, involves cutting around the areola and then another circular incision about the first thus removing a doughnut shaped area of skin, the outer circle is then reattached to the areola. This procedure is referred to as a Benelli or doughnut lift.

Recovery

Swelling and discomfort should be reduced after a day or two, with stitches being removed after a week. Normal levels of activity should be regained within two weeks and strenuous activity possible after a month or so. Scars will fade over time achieving their final look after about one year.

Risks

Incisions risk bleeding and infection. Temporary or permanent loss of feeling is possible in affected area. Cosmetic risks include asymmetry nipple position and scaring: scaring will occur though it should be minimised by following the natural creases of the breast.

Cosmetic Surgery Clinics
International cosmetic surgery clinics treating English speaking patients

You can browse a worldwide list of Cosmetic Surgery Clinics here on RevaHealth.com. If you need any help deciding which clinic to choose, just ask us for help.

Cosmetic surgery is now an everyday occurrence for people from all walks of life to undergo. In 2006, over 11 million Americans alone underwent cosmetic procedures.(*) A billion dollar industry has grown in recent years from the ever increasing demands for every conceivable type of cosmetic surgery and procedure.

The options for consumers looking for foreign cosmetic treatment are now greater than ever. Let RevaHealth.com help you find the cosmetic treatment you want at the price you can afford in the destination of your choice.

Your assurance of quality

You may feel a little apprehensive about travelling overseas to undergo cosmetic surgery, but armed with the right information about your prospective Healthcare Provider, it’s easy to feel confident and comfortable about your foreign surgery choice. Your first check should always be the credentials and accreditations of the hospital or clinic in question. Satisfy yourself that the standard of patient care and quality of its medical surgery team is beyond question. It is your money so spend it wisely. Make contact with the provider that interests you and ask as many questions you can think of before making any decision.

Your budget

The price of your cosmetic surgery abroad should include the cost of your surgery or procedure of course, but you also need to factor in the cost of your airfare, accommodation, meals and living expenses. You also need to consider expenses for a recuperation/recovery period afterwards. Check with the hospital or clinic and get a complete cost breakdown of the treatment involved. The best value can often be found close to home: a full face lift will cost you $15,000 in America for example, as opposed to $3,000 in Mexico. (^)

Your choice of country

When it comes to searching abroad for international cosmetic surgery, your choice of Healthcare Provider is literally worldwide. Your decision should take into account a number of factors including quality, price, service and convenience. Some providers make up for the long travel times involved by providing all-inclusive, great value packages including air fares, hotel accommodation, treatment plans and holiday afterwards South Africa~ for instance, offers a variety of ‘surgery and safari’ trips for potential patients.

Start your search now

If you want a great choice of Healthcare Providers in a variety of worldwide locations, let RevaHealth.com direct you to some of the best cosmetic treatment currently available.

*www.lipo.com
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< For a comprehensive guide to travelling abroad for cosmetic surgery including what questions to ask your Healthcare Provider, go to our travel guide
~ More information on cosmetic surgery to South Africa can be found at www.revahealth.com/destinations/south-africa