Breast ptosis is downward movement of breast tissue and the nipple as skin and supporting structures stretch. Ageing, pregnancy, weight change and genetics can influence the degree of sagging.
/ Understanding the condition
Breast ptosis is downward movement of breast tissue and the nipple as skin and supporting structures stretch. Ageing, pregnancy, weight change and genetics can influence the degree of sagging.
Skin gradually produces less collagen and elastin with age. These fibres give it strength and recoil, so their decline makes the skin feel thinner, looser and less able to spring back.
Pregnancy, weight loss and repeated weight fluctuation can stretch skin beyond its ability to retract fully. The degree varies with age, genetics and how long the skin was under tension.
UV exposure is a major contributor to premature collagen breakdown. Smoking, stress and poor sleep can also affect skin quality and make laxity more noticeable.
/ Possible surgical solutions
The right procedure depends on the concern itself, the surrounding anatomy and your goals. That decision is made during consultation.
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A breast lift, or mastopexy, reshapes and repositions breast tissue and removes excess skin to raise a breast that has descended. It can also reposition the nipple and refine areola size, with or without an implant depending on the volume you want to preserve or add.
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A mommy makeover is not one fixed operation. It is a personalised combination of procedures—commonly tummy tuck, breast lift or augmentation, and selected liposuction—performed to address changes after pregnancy and breastfeeding when combining surgery is safe and appropriate.
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