Augmentation Mastopexy

Augmentation mastopexy combines a breast lift with implants to address breast position and volume in one surgical plan.

The Procedure

Around 3 hours

General anaesthetic

Hospital Stay

Day case / overnight

Drains

Usually no

Recovery

Recovery reflects both implant surgery and breast lifting. Swelling, bruising and tightness are expected, with supportive garments and temporary activity restrictions.

Time Off Work

1–2 weeks

Driving

Around 2 weeks

Procedure Details

This combined procedure may be considered when both breast droop and loss of volume are concerns. It combines reshaping and lifting the breast with an implant selected to provide the planned volume and proportion.

A mastopexy reshapes and lifts the breast while an implant is placed to add volume. Because the operation combines two procedures, careful planning of implant size, tissue quality and scar pattern is particularly important.

Follow up

Wound/dressing review at 7-10 days; surgeon review at around 4-8 weeks.