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Breast lift and breast reduction
Overview of surgical options for too large or relaxed breast
Breast lift (mastopexia)
Breast reduction
Breast lift and breast reduction
An altered breast shape or size can be a significant physical and mental burden for many women. A very large breast can cause back pain, postural damage or skin problems. On the other hand, a relaxed breast after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss is often perceived as a loss of femininity and body harmony.
Facts & figures on breast lift and breast reduction
- Duration of the procedure: approx. 1.5-3 hours
- Clinic stay: 3-4 days stationary
- Closure period: about 2-3 weeks
- Costs: from about 5,000 € In addition, Additional costs
- Experience of the Bodenseeklinik: more than 6,000 breast operations performed
Which breast surgery makes sense to me?
One of the most common questions our patients ask is:
Do I need a breast reduction, a breast lift – or a breast lift with implant?
The answer essentially depends on three factors:
- breast size
- of skin elasticity
- The existing own volume
From a medical and aesthetic point of view, three typical starting situations can be distinguished:
1. Too large breast – breast reduction
In these cases, breast reduction makes sense. In doing so, excess fat and glandular tissue is removed and the breast is simultaneously reshaped and tightened. The goal is a clear physical discharge with a natural, proportional result.
This option is suitable for women with a permanently too large and heavy breast – regardless of whether the breast is additionally relaxed.
2. Hanging breast with sufficient volume – breast lift
By removing excess skin and reshaping breast tissue, the breast is lifted and tightened without significantly changing its size. The breast again receives a harmonious, more youthful form.
This method is ideal for women whose breasts "hang", but who do not want to increase volume or reduce.
3. Hanging, low-volume breast – breast lift with implant
In these cases, a combination of breast lift and implant can be useful. Tightening restores the shape and position of the breast, while the implant replaces the lost volume. This creates a tight, full and aesthetically balanced breast shape.
This option is suitable for women with relaxed and low-volume breasts who want more fullness again.
Breast lift – new shape, new strength
A breast lift may be useful after pregnancy, lactation, weight loss or age-related loss of elasticity. The aim is to lift the breast, reshape it and adapt it harmoniously to the body.
The nipple is moved into an anatomically correct position, excess skin is removed and the breast tissue is remodelled. The result is a firmer breast with a natural contour.
Breast Reduction – Relief for the body and everyday life
A very large breast can be not only aesthetically, but above all medically problematic. In addition to chronic back pain, sweating and irritation in the lower breast fold, many women report limitations in everyday life and in sports activities.
Breast lift or breast reduction – the difference
While breast lifts focus primarily on shape and strength, breast reduction focuses on volume reduction. In many cases, both methods can be meaningfully combined to achieve both functional and aesthetic goals.
Which method or combination is suitable is determined individually in the personal consultation.
Operational Procedure and Healing Course – Overview
Depending on the initial situation, the operation lasts between 1.5 and 3 hours. Subsequently, a stationary stay of 3 to 4 days is required. After a closure period of about one to three weeks, most patients can gradually resume their everyday life.
A specially adapted support or sports bra supports healing. The grains are kept as inconspicuous as possible by a multilayer suturing technique and subsequently subjected to targeted post-treatment.
Risks, safety and medical experience
As with any surgical procedure, complications such as bruising, rebleeding, scarring disorders, wound healing disorders or infections can occur during breast lift or breast reduction. Temporary sensational changes of the nipple are possible, but usually regress.
At the Bodenseeklinik, we attach great importance to safety, precise operational planning and comprehensive personal education.
Personal recommendation of Prof. Mang and Dr. Altmann
Before each breast operation, there is a detailed personal consultation. Together, our specialists in plastic surgery clarify which treatment is medically useful and meets your individual expectations.
Please arrange a consultation appointment – we will take time for your questions.
Do you have questions about treatment?
Our reception team will be happy to help you with general ambiguities.
Contact us via the online form or call us.
To be noted:
Preliminary non-binding information on the course of treatment or a rough cost estimate cannot replace an individual assessment by a doctor.
Receive your personal cost estimate and, if necessary, appointment suggestions for treatment You only after a detailed medical consultation and examination. For this purpose, please arrange a personal meeting with us.