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Breast Lift Los Angeles

Mastopexy (known as a breast lift) is a body contouring procedure that raises the breasts by trimming away loose skin and surgically tightening the remaining tissue to result in a more youthful and healthier look. This life-changing surgery is performed for women who have lost breast firmness, size, and shape and who are experiencing breast drooping (called ptosis) due to aging, significant weight loss, or nursing. Outstanding advancements in mastopexy techniques have made this procedure so effective and successful that new statistics by the ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) reveal nearly a 70% increase in demand since 2000. Raman Mehrzad, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Los Alamitos, CA, performs this procedure at Ocean Plastic Surgery Center. He is reputed as one of the top Orange County breast surgeons and has years of experience providing happy outcomes on many different breast sizes and shapes. By utilizing the latest methods, Dr. Mehrzad can choose the appropriate technique based upon the degree of sag present and the desired result.

Patient success stories and transformations

Ideal candidates for a breast lift

You may come to Ocean Plastic Surgery Center wanting breast implants, but after a private assessment, you may discover that breast lift surgery is a better option. This is due to the amount of sagging you are experiencing. Breasts that have lost elasticity usually need skin removal and tightening surgery to reduce skin looseness and bring the breasts to a perkier position. If you have nipples that droop downward and your breasts sag significantly below the crease line, a breast lift can dramatically help their appearance.

What to expect from a breast lift

Recovery for any type of breast lift is more extensive than surgery with implants only. After the procedure, you will wear a medical compression bra to assist with swelling. A thin tube is also inserted near the location of the incision to help with excess fluid leakage that can often occur after surgery. After surgery, the swelling usually goes away within several days. Dr. Mehrzad or a member of his team will provide in-depth home care instructions to help with your healing process. Aesthetic results after a breast lift surgery begin to take shape after a few weeks as the breasts take their higher placement on your bustline. Your breasts will feel and appear natural, and you will feel healthy and beautiful.

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BREAST LIFT IN LOS ALAMITOS & ORANGE COUNTY, CA

Serving Los Alamitos, Long Beach, Seal Beach, Orange County, Cypress, Cerritos, Lakewood, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and the greater Los Angeles area.

1) What Is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes breasts that have sagged due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight change, or aging. The procedure removes excess skin, repositions the nipple-areola complex, and restores a firmer, more youthful contour.

Dr. Raman Mehrzad performs breast lift surgery in Los Alamitos for patients who are happy with their breast volume but want improved position and shape. A lift can be combined with augmentation if both fullness and elevation are needed.

Patients from Long Beach, Seal Beach, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Cypress, Cerritos, Lakewood, and throughout Orange County and Los Angeles choose Ocean Plastic Surgery Center for mastopexy and combination lift with implants.

2) Who Is a Good Candidate?

  • Breasts sit lower on the chest or nipples point downward
  • You are finished breastfeeding and at a stable weight
  • Good general health and non-smoker status, or able to stop smoking before surgery
  • Realistic expectations about scars and recovery
  • Desire for improved shape with or without a modest size increase

3) How the Procedure Works

  1. Consultation: Determine lift pattern (periareolar, vertical, or anchor) based on degree of ptosis.
  2. Markings: New nipple position and skin excision plan are mapped before surgery.
  3. Anesthesia: General anesthesia for comfort and safety.
  4. Reshaping: Excess skin is removed and breast tissue is reshaped around the nipple.
  5. Optional implants: Implants may be added in the same session if more volume is desired.
  6. Closure: Layered sutures and a supportive surgical bra are applied.

4) Recovery Timeline

Week 1: Swelling, bruising, and chest tightness are normal. Wear the surgical bra continuously. Avoid lifting arms overhead or heavy objects.

Week 2: Discomfort improves and many desk workers return to work. Bruising begins to fade.

Month 1: Breasts settle into a more natural shape. Light activity resumes when cleared. Scar care starts once incisions are healed.

Month 3: Swelling resolves further and scars fade with sun protection and silicone therapy when recommended.

5) Risks and What to Expect

  • Scars around the areola and breast skin, fading over time
  • Changes in nipple sensation, usually temporary
  • Asymmetry or need for minor revision in select cases
  • Difficulty breastfeeding in some lift patterns, discussed at consultation

Serving patients from Los Alamitos, Long Beach, Seal Beach, Orange County, Cypress, Cerritos, Lakewood, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, and the greater Los Angeles area.

6) Before and After Gallery

Browse the before and after gallery on this page for breast lift results from patients in Los Alamitos and Orange County. Combining lift with implants can restore both position and volume when desired.

7) Frequently Asked Questions

Will a breast lift increase my cup size?
A lift improves position and shape. It does not significantly increase volume unless implants or fat transfer are added.

How long do breast lift results last?
Results are long-lasting with stable weight, though pregnancy and significant weight change can affect shape over time.

Can I combine a lift with augmentation?
Yes. Many patients choose a lift with implants to address both sagging and lost volume in one operation when safe.

Frequently asked questions about Breast Lift

Breast lift or augmentation?
A lift improves position and shape. Augmentation adds volume. Combined surgery addresses both when needed.
Will I lose nipple sensation?
Temporary changes are common. Permanent loss is uncommon but possible and is reviewed at consultation.
How long do breast lift results last?
Results are durable with stable weight, though pregnancy and major weight change can affect shape.
What lift technique will I need?
The degree of sagging determines whether a periareolar, vertical, or anchor pattern is recommended.
Can I combine lift with implants?
Yes. Many patients add implants for upper-pole fullness during the same operation when safe.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Call 424-355-4581 or request a consultation online with Dr. Mehrzad.