How much does breast lift surgery cost?

That is a hard question to answer. It depends on the doctor, the amount of time required to complete the surgery, the type of lift that is done, whether the surgery is done in an office, outpatient center, or hospital, etc. There are a lot of factors that go into determining costs.

How long does breast lift surgery take?

The amount of time depends on the type of breast lift technique used and the doctor's ability to work swiftly and efficiently. Sometimes doctors use an assistant to help them get through the surgery more quickly. For me, a breast lift operation generally takes between two and four hours to complete. The patient will then be sent to the recovery room for probably another hour.

Do I have to stay in the hospital?

Most breast lift procedures are done on an outpatient basis. You don't have to stay in a hospital at all. You will, however, need a responsible person to stay with you for the first night or so until you are back on your feet and able to take care of yourself.

How much pain is there?

As with any surgery, some people hurt more than others afterwards. It is impossible to tell who will hurt and who will not. Most of my breast lift patients complain more about being "sore" than about "pain." We DO give our patients pain medication to help alleviate any pain that they might have after surgery.

What will happen at the initial consultation ?

The initial consultation allows the doctor and patient to meet and address the patient s concerns while allowing the doctor to determine how best to address those concerns. It allows the patient to get a "feel" for the doctor and determine if this is someone that she wants to trust with her surgery. It also allows the doctor the opportunity to go through the procedure that he thinks will work best for the patient. He can discuss the procedure, risks, and post-operative expectations and instructions. He can also show the patient before/after pictures of other patients with a similar problem. With the information that the patient gathers, she can determine if the risks are worth the expected results, expense, and time required.