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Breast Lift and Reduction in the West Palm Beach, South Florida Area
Having a more beautiful bust line does not always require larger breasts. For some patients, a shape-enhancing breast lift is all that is needed to improve a woman's body image. For other women whose natural breasts are too heavy for their frames, their quality of life can be improved with breast reduction surgery. To increase the self-confidence and well-being of our patients, Dr. David Rankin achieves beautiful results with breast lift and breast reduction at our West Palm Beach, South Florida-area plastic surgery practice, with locations in Jupiter and Lake Worth.
Breast Lift
Over time, a woman's breasts may begin to lose their youthful shape. The natural aging process or multiple pregnancies can cause the breasts to lose volume and sag. Deflated, sagging, or drooping breasts can be returned to a more youthful shape with breast lift surgery. Known for his skill in a variety of procedures for the breasts, Dr. Rankin performs breast lift surgery at one of the four local hospitals where he is on staff.
The Breast Lift Procedure
Dr. David Rankin performs breast lift surgery in Palm Beach County, South Florida at one of the four local hospitals where he is on staff or in his private office operating suite. The techniques Dr. Rankin employs during the breast lift procedure vary from patient to patient and are determined after the initial consultation. For many patients, Dr. Rankin makes either a lollipop- or an anchor-shaped incision. Outlining the nipple, running vertically down the center of the breast, and along the breast crease, this incision allows Dr. Rankin to remove excess skin and relocate the nipples to a higher position on the breasts. Dr. Rankin always uses the least amount of scarring to achieve the best possible breast shape.
Another technique involves making a doughnut-shaped incision around the nipple. This technique is often used in patients with smaller breasts. Depending on the aesthetic result the patient wishes to achieve, breast implants may be inserted during the breast lift procedure to give the breasts a fuller, rounder appearance.
After Breast Lift Surgery
After surgery, the breasts are bandaged or the patient is fitted with a surgical bra. For the first few days after breast lift surgery, patients may experience bruising and discomfort. Any pain can be effectively controlled with a pain reliever prescribed by Dr. Rankin. Although typically able to engage in light activity within a few days, patients should wait one to two weeks until returning to their normal routine.
Breast Reduction
Having larger breasts that are disproportionate to a woman's frame may cause her physical and emotional distress. Neck, back, and breathing problems are not uncommon for women with larger breasts. Many women find that after undergoing a breast reduction, these symptoms disappear. Women from South Florida and across the globe can put their trust in Dr. Rankin to help them achieve beautiful breasts that are in better proportion with the rest of their body through breast reduction surgery at our West Palm Beach-area plastic surgery practice.
The Breast Reduction Procedure
Similar to breast lift surgery, the breast reduction procedure involves the creation of the same incisions necessary for breast lift surgery. Circling the nipple and continuing down the curve of the breast and sometimes along the crease, this type of incision allows Dr. Rankin to remove excess tissue and skin. After carefully and skillfully sculpting each breast so that they are natural-looking and symmetrical, Dr. Rankin closes the incisions and bandages the area.
After Breast Reduction Surgery
For the first few days after breast reduction surgery, some pain is normal and can be relieved with prescription pain medication. Many patients feel able to engage in light activity a couple of days after surgery, but it is important not to lift or push anything for several weeks. Patients are typically able to return to work in a week or two.
Learn More about Breast Lift and Breast Reduction Surgery
For more information about breast lift and breast reduction surgery in the West Palm Beach, South Florida area, or to schedule an appointment with our highly skilled plastic surgeon, please contact us at one of our convenient locations today. Dr. Rankin has offices in Jupiter and Lake Worth.
To learn more about breast lift and breast reduction at our practice, serving West Palm Beach, South Florida-area residents, please complete the following form.
Jupiter
641 University BLVD Suite 103, Jupiter, FL 33458
Phone: (561) 868-6622
Lake Worth
4671 South Congress Ave, Suite 100
Lake Worth, FL 33461
Phone: (561) 509-5449
