Breast Lift in Baton Rouge by Taylor Theunissen

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Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure performed to reshape sagging breasts and improve their position and form. It also repositions the nipples to a more youthful location. Dr. Taylor Theunissen, a Baton Rouge plastic surgeon, specializes in cosmetic breast surgery and breast lift procedures to give women a more attractive shape.

While breast lifts remove most stretch marks, some may remain. For this reason, breast lift surgery is often combined with breast augmentation to fully restore breast shape. The impact on breastfeeding depends on the specific surgical technique used.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for a breast lift procedure are women who:

Wish to lift sagging, drooping, or flat breasts
Want fuller, more shapely breasts
Desire to increase breast size, volume and stature
Want to reposition or reshape nipples

Breast lifts are an excellent option for women with sagging breasts that have lost elasticity due to:

Aging
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Genetics
Weight loss

Dr. Theunissen's Approach

Consultation

During the consultation, Dr. Theunissen reviews the patient's medical history and discusses expected outcomes. He explains potential scarring and provides information on his specialized scar cream to minimize post-surgical marks. Dr. Theunissen may suggest techniques to minimize scarring based on the physical exam.

Surgical Technique

The breast lift procedure, technically called "Breast Ptosis Correction," is performed under general anesthesia and takes about two hours. Dr. Theunissen removes excess tissue and skin, rearranges the nipple-areola complex, and may place implants if desired. The patient is assessed in an upright position before finalizing incision closure.

Recovery

Patients are encouraged to move immediately after surgery but should avoid strenuous activities for several weeks. Dr. Theunissen provides specialized scar cream and instructions to promote optimal healing. Some pain is normal initially but can be managed with medication. Full recovery takes 1-2 weeks, with scars continuing to fade for up to 18 months.