Breast Lift ~ Restore a Youthful Lift & Contour

A breast lift can raise, firm, and reshape the breasts, as well as reposition and resize the nipple-areola complex. It should never be performed with a one-size-fits-all approach. Whether you’re looking for subtle enhancement or a more dramatic, youthful lift, the Artisan team customizes each procedure to match each patient’s individual goals and anatomy. We may remove excess skin and reshape the breast tissue during the procedure, as well as reposition the nipples, to create lasting results you’ll be proud to live in. We can also address breast volume by incorporating breast implants for a fuller appearance or provide a slight reduction if desired.

We perform breast lifts in Atlanta at Northside Hospital as an outpatient procedure. After your surgery, we will release you into the care of a loved one to drive you home. Most of our patients return to office work and their regular routine one week after surgery, granted they refrain from heavy lifting or straining. Your surgeon will confirm when it is okay to return to your exercise routine or physical labor.

There are a few things you should do after your breast lift in Atlanta: -You can resume light duties 1 week after your surgery. -Avoid sports and gym activities for 6 weeks unless your doctor says otherwise. -Avoid raising your arms above shoulder height for 7 days. You can use your arms fully after one week, but avoid extending them above your head or out to the sides. -Avoid lifting, pulling, or pushing anything heavier than 5 pounds for the next 3 weeks. -Lie on your back in bed with your head elevated above your heart for a week. This reduces swelling. -After surgery, you’ll wake up wearing a surgical bra. Wear this bra continuously for a week, except during showers. In a week, you have the option to continue wearing the surgical bra or choose another bra. -It’s recommended to wear a bra continuously for 6 weeks, except for showering. You can wear any bra, including underwire, after 6 weeks. A bra can assist with swelling and tension reduction on your incisions during recovery. -Your sutures will dissolve on their own. -You should not drink alcohol for a week following your surgery, and while you are on pain medications or muscle relaxers.

During a breast lift at Artisan Plastic Surgery, you will be under general anesthesia, so you won’t feel any pain during the procedure. Afterward, some discomfort, swelling, and bruising is common. Most patients report mild-to-moderate pain, which we will help you manage with prescribed pain medication. We will also provide detailed aftercare instructions to help minimize discomfort and ensure a smooth and speedy recovery. With proper care, the pain generally subsides after a few days, and most patients feel significantly better within 1 to 2 weeks.

A breast lift from Artisan Plastic Surgery will take 2 to 3 hours.

Artisan was founded as Atlanta's first all-female plastic surgery practice because we believe patients deserve a comfortable, judgment-free space led by surgeons who share their lived perspective. Every member of our surgical team is a woman.