Breast Lift
Dr. Jack Fisher is an established breast surgery specialist, and he regularly consults with women who are frustrated by sagging breasts. Whether your problem relates to pregnancy, nursing, or gravity, your breasts are likely to lose shape and firmness with age. In these cases, Dr. Fisher will often recommend a breast lift for his Nashville, TN patients.
A breast lift, or mastopexy, involves the removal of excess skin that has been stretched due to pregnancy, age or weight fluctuation. This procedure changes your appearance in a swimsuit and clothing, and provides for a more youthful look to the breasts.
For more information about a breast lift in Nashville, request a consultation online with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jack Fisher. Or call our office at (615) 329-4227 and one of our associates will schedule your appointment.
Meet Dr. Jack Fisher
A recognized authority and plastic surgery educator, Dr. Fisher customizes each procedure for the individual needs of his patients. He looks forward to meeting you.
Request Your Consultation Before & After PhotosChoosing Breast Lift from Dr. Fisher
During your initial appointment, Dr. Fisher will talk to you about what your expectations are for the surgery. He will take the time to answer any questions as well as discuss the procedure in detail with you. You should also be prepared to discuss your medical history as that will factor into whether the procedure is right for you. You should plan on spending about an hour at the consultation.
Dr. Fisher can use several methods for your breast lift surgery. He will explain each during your appointment and give his expert opinion about which option is right for you. If you are also unhappy with the size of your breasts, Dr. Fisher may suggest combining your breast lift with breast augmentation. Breast implants give many Nashville, TN women the more dramatic results they want from their breast lift.
Your Surgery & Recovery
Prior to your breast lift surgery, Dr. Fisher will give you preoperative and postoperative instructions to follow. To be prepared for surgery and make the recovery process easier, we suggest you follow these instructions closely. Dr. Fisher performs the breast lift procedure on an outpatient basis using general anesthesia which means you will asleep during the surgery. The breast lift surgery takes 2 to 3 hours to complete.
You will see Dr. Fisher in about a week after the procedure to have your stitches removed. The recovery period will be approximately 2 to 3 weeks, during which time you will wear a supportive bra and limit your physical activity. Dr. Fisher also requires that you do no heavy lifting for 2 weeks and you should avoid raising your arms above your shoulders. To make your recovery process smooth, remember to closely follow Dr. Fisher's postoperative instructions.
