Peri-areolar technique
Scar limited to the area around the areola. For mild ptosis with little excess skin. Excellent results with minimal scarring.
Sagging breasts, or breast ptosis, can have a profound impact on a woman’s well-being. A breast lift can lift and firm the breasts, restoring a harmonious shape and a higher position.
One of the most distressing conditions for women is breast ptosis: sagging breasts that have lost their volume and firmness. The ‘pencil test’ can confirm ptosis: if a pencil rests under the breast without support, ptosis is present.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: significant changes in volumeSignificant weight gain or lossNatural ageing and loss of skin elasticityGenetic factorsLack of support (unsuitable bra)Sagging breasts with the areola below the inframammary foldExcess skin with loss of firmnessVolume retained but saggingAfter pregnancy or significant weight loss Minimum age 18, stable weightMost visual abnormalities can be corrected with treatment during the early years of life. Our ophthalmologists are trained to welcome and examine children in the best possible conditions.
The areola is located at the level of the inframammary fold. Correction via a periareolar lift or a vertical incision alone. Excellent results with minimal scarring.
The areola is located below the inframammary fold. Requires a lift with a vertical scar and possibly a horizontal scar. The most commonly used technique.
The areola points downwards. Requires a full inverted T technique. Optimal correction with well-concealed scars.
When ptosis is accompanied by a lack of volume, the lift can be combined with a breast augmentation during the same operation.
You may be a candidate for a breast lift if:
Our surgeon will assess the severity of your ptosis and recommend the most suitable technique.
During the consultation, our surgeon will assess the degree of ptosis, the condition of your skin and your facial structure to determine the most suitable technique.
Our doctors are experts in the most advanced injection techniques. Each treatment is tailored to your body type and your goals.
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The technique is chosen based on the degree of ptosis, skin quality and whether or not the patient wishes to combine the procedure with breast augmentation.
Scar limited to the area around the areola. For mild ptosis with little excess skin. Excellent results with minimal scarring.
Scar around the areola and a vertical scar beneath the breast. The most commonly used technique. Excellent balance between results and scarring.
Scar around the areola, vertical and horizontal. For severe ptosis. Optimal correction with well-concealed scars.
Inverted T technique SEVERE PTOSIS Scar around the areola, vertical and horizontal. For severe ptosis. Optimal correction with well-concealed scars. Mastopexy with implants DOUBLE CORRECTION Combination of a lift and implants performed at the same time. Ideal if ptosis is accompanied by a loss of volume.
TEach stage is designed with your safety and satisfaction in mind.
Assessment of breast sagging, choice of technique, medical check-up. Mandatory two-week reflection period.
45 minGeneral anaesthesia. Duration: 2 to 3 hours. Glandular reshaping, areola elevation and skin tightening. Discharge home the same evening.
45 minResults are immediately visible. Breasts are rounder, firmer and positioned higher. Follow-up appointment with the surgeon.
45 minFinal results are fully apparent after 6 months. Return to sport after 6 weeks. Scars fade over 12 to 18 months.
45 minRecovery & aftercare
Results are immediately visible. Wear of a compression bra provided. Mild discomfort managed with painkillers. Check-up on day 1.
Gradual return to normal activities. Avoid straining your arms and exercising. Start massaging the scars from day 21 onwards.
Final results. Scars are barely visible. Breasts are round, firm and well-positioned.
A breast lift is a safe and well-established procedure. Patient satisfaction is high thanks to the immediate aesthetic improvement.
Pain, tightness and swelling in the first few days. Managed with prescribed painkillers.
Rare risks Bruising, infection, abnormal healing. Monitored during post-operative follow-up.
Temporary change in sensitivity of the areola. Returns to normal within a few weeks.
Fade over 12 to 18 months. With proper care, they become barely noticeable.
Wearing a support bra is recommended in the long term to maintain results. Avoid underwired bras for the first few weeks.
Maintaining a stable weight after the procedure helps preserve the results over time. Subsequent pregnancies are possible but may affect the results.
Annual check-ups are recommended, as well as mammography screening in accordance with Swiss guidelines.
Cosmetic breast lifts are not reimbursed under the LAMal..
Breast lift — From CHF 9,000Initial consultation — CHF 150 (deducted from the treatment cost)Mastopexy + implants — combined quote availableFinancing available — to be discussed during the consultationA detailed and transparent quote will be provided during your pre-operative consultations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Find answers to the questions our patients ask most often before booking an appointment
Augmentation adds volume. A lift repositions and firms the breasts without changing their volume. The two procedures can be combined if sagging is accompanied by a loss of volume.
No, a breast lift is not reversible. The scars are permanent but fade over time. Pregnancy or weight gain may alter the result.
Yes, the results are visible immediately. The breasts are rounder, firmer and sit higher from the day after the procedure.
After 6 weeks for light activities. High-impact sports are generally permitted after 3 months.
Usually 5 to 7 days for office work, longer for physical work.
Book an appointment for your surgical consultation and regain a firmer, more harmonious bust