A Mayapada Hospital plastic surgeon explains how breast lift surgery can help restore breast shape after breastfeeding, along with the ideal timing, benefits, and key considerations.
Have you finished breastfeeding but noticed changes in the shape of your breasts? This is a natural change that commonly occurs after pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you are experiencing this and the changes are affecting your comfort or confidence, a breast lift may be an option to help lift and reshape your breasts. However, before deciding to undergo the procedure, it is important to understand its benefits and risks and consult a doctor to ensure it is suitable for your individual condition.
According to dr. Beta Subakti Nata Atmadja, Sp.B.P.R.E., Subsp. E.L.(K), from Mayapada Hospital Jakarta Selatan and Surabaya, “A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a procedure that focuses on lifting and reshaping sagging breasts, positioning them higher and more proportionately on the chest.”
He explained that the decision to undergo a breast lift is often prompted by breast changes that have become bothersome, such as sagging, loss of shape, or downward-pointing nipples. “Essentially, a breast lift aims to restore the breasts to a more proportionate shape without changing their size,” added dr. Beta, who studied medicine at Airlangga University and completed a fellowship at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital in South Korea. He also remains an active speaker at medical congresses held in South Korea.
To provide a clearer understanding of the procedure, dr. Beta explained, “The procedure involves lifting and reshaping the breast tissue while repositioning the nipples to create a more proportionate appearance. The surgical technique and type of incision are tailored to each patient’s condition. When necessary, the procedure can be combined with breast augmentation to increase breast volume, depending on the results of the evaluation.” In addition to breast augmentation and breast reduction procedures, dr. Beta also has extensive experience in advanced plastic surgery procedures, including blepharoplasty, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), facelifts, and rhinoplasty.
It is also important to know when the right time is to undergo the procedure. Dr. Beta explained, “Ideally, a breast lift should be performed after breastfeeding has ended and the breasts have reached a stable shape. This allows the doctor to assess the breast shape and volume more accurately. If you are planning to become pregnant again in the near future, it is advisable to discuss this with your doctor first, as another pregnancy may alter the shape of your breasts once again.”
By understanding this information, you can better determine the right time to undergo the procedure while choosing an experienced reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgeon and a hospital with adequate facilities to ensure the procedure is carried out safely and according to your individual needs.
The Aesthetic Center at Mayapada Hospital offers comprehensive services, from consultations and surgical procedures to post-operative care. These services are supported by modern surgical facilities and international standards of care in line with its Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation, with a strong focus on patient safety and patient-centred care.
In addition to breast lift procedures, the Aesthetic Center at Mayapada Hospital also offers a range of aesthetic plastic surgery procedures, including Mommy Makeover packages consisting of abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast augmentation, and breast lifting, as well as rib cartilage rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, and buccal fat removal. Each procedure is tailored to the individual needs and condition of the patient.
To schedule a consultation with a reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgeon at the Aesthetic Center Mayapada Hospital, call 150770, send a WhatsApp message to 0817-17-150770, or book through the MyCare application. More information about Mayapada Hospital’s services is available through the Health Articles & Tips feature in MyCare, as well as the Personal Health feature, which integrates with Google Fit and Health Access to monitor heart rate, calories burned, step count, and Body Mass Index (BMI).