Over time, pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and gravity can cause the breasts to sag and lose their natural shape. At Your Aesthetic Edge in Houston, Dr. Mihail Climov performs breast lift surgery with refined technique and aesthetic precision to restore balance, proportion, and confidence.
Choosing a breast lift is often about restoring what once felt effortless. When breasts sag due to pregnancy, significant weight loss, or aging, the change can affect everything from how clothes fit to your posture and body confidence. A well-planned breast lift procedure removes excess skin and reshapes the surrounding tissue to create a more youthful breast contour without significantly changing the size of your breasts unless desired. For patients also seeking added volume, a breast lift with augmentation can address both goals in one surgical procedure.
At Your Aesthetic Edge in Houston, Dr. Mihail Climov designs your breast lift procedure around your unique needs and goals. As a fellowship-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon, he approaches breast surgery with discipline and restraint, focusing on proportion, areola size, nipple position, and overall breast contour. We invite you to schedule a private consultation to explore your options.
Removes excess skin and reshapes breast tissue for a firm, lifted appearance
Options include periareolar breast lift, vertical lift (lollipop lift), and anchor breast lift
Performed under general anesthesia at our accredited surgical facility
Most patients return to light activity within a 1-2 weeks
A breast lift, also called mastopexy, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. The goal of the breast lift procedure is not to significantly change breast size but to improve breast contour and restore a more youthful appearance.
Some women choose a breast lift alone if they are happy with the size of their breasts. Others combine breast lift surgery with breast augmentation using breast implants or fat transfer to increase their breast size or restore lost breast volume. If you have very heavy breasts and also want smaller breasts, a breast reduction may be discussed as part of your breast lift during your consultation.
Surgical techniques vary based on how much extra skin must be removed. Options include a periareolar breast lift for mild sagging, a vertical breast lift (lollipop lift) for moderate sagging breasts, or an anchor breast lift when more significant lifting and reshaping of the entire breast is required.
Your breast lift surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia. On the day of surgery, our healthcare team ensures a calm, organized experience from start to finish.
Once anesthesia is administered, Dr. Climov makes carefully planned incisions based on your chosen technique. He removes excess skin, reshapes the surrounding tissue, and repositions the nipple and areola to a more youthful height on the breast mound. If needed, the areola size can be reduced for better proportion. Throughout the surgical procedure, the focus remains on protecting blood supply to the nipple and minimizing tension on the skin to support optimal healing.
After the procedure, a surgical bra is placed to support your new breast contour, and you will receive detailed recovery instructions before returning home the same day.
A breast lift addresses sagging breasts caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, significant weight loss, and natural aging. When breasts sag, the nipple may fall below the breast crease or point downward. The upper part of the breast may appear deflated, and stretched skin may create a flattened breast profile.
By removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue, the breast lift procedure restores support to the entire breast and elevates the nipple to a more natural position. It can also correct uneven breasts and improve top-half fullness without increasing breast size (unless combined with breast augmentation).
The primary benefit of breast lift surgery is restoring a more youthful breast contour by removing excess skin and reshaping breast tissue. Clothing fits better, bras provide improved support, and the breast profile appears firmer and lifted.
Because the procedure tightens surrounding tissue and elevates the nipple, it can significantly change how the breasts look in both fitted clothing and swimwear. Many women describe feeling more aligned with their natural contours and more comfortable in their bodies.
When combined with breast implants or fat transfer, a breast lift can also increase breast size or restore breast volume that was lost after pregnancy or weight fluctuations. The result is a refined, balanced breast contour that feels proportional and intentional.
You may be a candidate for a breast lift if your breasts sag, your nipples sit below the breast crease, or your breasts have lost their shape after pregnancy or weight changes. Ideal candidates are in good health, at a healthy weight, and have realistic expectations.
During consultation, Dr. Climov will review your medical history, discuss any herbal supplements or blood thinners you take, and perform a physical exam. If you plan to have more children, this may influence timing, since pregnancy can significantly change breast lift results. Dr. Climov may also discuss how weight fluctuations could affect your outcome.
Recovering from a breast lift requires planning for rest and light activity. Patients may return to light activities in one to two weeks but should take a few weeks longer off from strenuous exercise and heavy lifting. You will wear a surgical bra to support the healing breast skin and surrounding tissue.
Swelling and mild discomfort are common in the early phase of recovery. Dr. Climov personally calls patients before surgery and remains involved afterward to ensure your recovery instructions are clear and manageable. Protecting your results means maintaining a stable weight and avoiding significant weight changes over time.
You will notice an immediate improvement in your breast contours after surgery, though swelling may temporarily mask final definition. Over several months, the skin and tissues settle, and your more youthful breast contour becomes more visible. The position of your nipples and areolas will appear elevated, and the upper part of the breast regains a firmer shape.
Breast lift results are long-lasting as long as your weight remains stable. While natural aging and weight fluctuations can cause breasts to change over time, removing excess skin and reshaping surrounding tissue provides a durable reset. For many women, the procedure significantly changes both their breast profile and their daily confidence.
Dr. Mihail Climov is an aesthetic fellowship-trained plastic surgeon in Houston who approaches every breast surgery with precision and restraint. As a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and trained at institutions aligned with the American Board standards, his focus remains on safety, proportion, and natural-looking outcomes.
At Your Aesthetic Edge, luxury is quiet and personal. Here, your breast lift journey includes surgeon-led consultations, thoughtful planning, and concierge-level follow-up care. If you are considering breast lift surgery in Houston, we invite you to schedule a private consultation and explore what is possible for you.
A breast lift alone does not increase breast size. It reshapes and lifts the breast by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. If you want to increase your breast size, breast augmentation with breast implants or fat transfer can be combined with your breast lift procedure.
Plastic surgeons choose between a periareolar breast lift, vertical lift, or anchor breast lift based on how much extra skin is present, nipple position, and desired breast contour. The choice will vary based on your anatomy and goals.
A breast lift is not a treatment for breast cancer. However, the removed breast tissue may be sent for evaluation when appropriate. If you have a history of breast cancer, this should be discussed with your healthcare professional before planning cosmetic surgery or reconstructive plastic surgery.
All breast surgery involves some degree of scarring, but Dr. Climov places the incisions carefully around the areola, vertically down the lower breast, and sometimes along the breast crease. Over time, and with proper care, these scars typically fade and flatten, blending well with the surrounding skin.
The cost of breast lift surgery can vary based on technique, facility fees, and whether it is combined with breast augmentation. During your consultation, we provide a clear quote and review available financing options.
