Possible Breast Lift Complications

• Asymmetry. The most common complication after breast lift is asymmetry. It must be pointed out, however, that all breasts have some asymmetry. A breast lift, in fact, can do much to correct asymmetry but it is unreasonable to expect both breasts to be exactly identical.
• Inadequate volume. This is not the fault of the procedure, but rather, is the result of lack of breast tissue because of either childbirth or aging or simply because it was never there even during youth. This must be discussed preoperatively. This can be remedied by the addition of an implant.
• Scarring. is not a complication but is a necessary part of the procedure and must be accepted. Over time the scar will fade but will never go away completely. Some people, however, scar very poorly and the scar never fades away or may even keloid. A keloid is a very poor scar and is more common in Afro-Americans. A good indication as to how your breast may scar is to look at other scars or incisions on your body. If they have healed well it is unlikely that you will scar poorly during the breast lift.
• For those having a breast lift with augmentation, you should be aware of breast implant complications.  

Other possible complications that are associated with any surgical procedure. These include:

• Infection
• Wound healing problems
• Fluid or blood collection
• Contour irregularities.

Breast Lift / Mastopexy Information Resource for patients considering breast lift surgery in Southern California, including Orange County, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, San Diego, and Beverly Hills.