Main Line Plastic Surgery offers customized breast lifts in Philadelphia for women seeking to regain youthful contours. This transformative procedure lifts the breasts to a higher, perkier position by removing excess skin and reshaping the remaining tissue. Patients have more confidence after the operation and feel comfortable in any clothing. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Raymond Jean, develops personalized treatment plans to realize any aesthetic vision.
Time, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, and genetics can all change how the breasts sit on the chest. Skin loosens, tissue settles lower, and the nipples may begin to point downward. For women in Bryn Mawr, Philadelphia, and across the Main Line, a breast lift gives you a way to reclaim a shape that feels like you again, so you can wear fitted tops, swimsuits, and everyday clothing with renewed ease.
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new contour. A plastic surgeon makes incisions around the areola, in the crease under the breast, and vertically down from the areola to the bottom of the breast. Excess skin is removed, and breast tissue is shifted to a higher position on the chest. The remaining skin is then tightened to create a firmer, youthful shape. While this operation does not significantly change the size of the breasts, it can make them appear fuller and more proportional to the rest of the body.
Breast lifts are often combined with other procedures, such as breast augmentation surgery. Adding breast implants during a lift makes it possible to both change the shape and add volume. Dr. Jean helps our patients decide whether this is a good option.
A breast lift alone does not significantly change breast size. It can, however, make the breasts appear fuller and more proportional to the rest of the body.
One procedure can resolve several concerns at once:
Sagging after pregnancy and breastfeeding, when skin has stretched and tissue has settled
Changes after weight loss, which can leave the breasts deflated with loose skin
Age-related drooping, as skin naturally loses firmness over time
Stretched or enlarged areolas that no longer fit the breast
Uneven breast position, where one side sits lower than the other
Dr. Jean tailors the approach to your goals. The options include:
Breast lift alone. This option reshapes and raises the breasts without changing their size. It is ideal when you like your current volume.
Breast lift and augmentation. Adding implants during the lift allows Dr. Jean to change the shape and restore volume in one surgery.
Breast reduction and lift. This option suits women who want smaller breasts and a more lifted position.
Breast implant removal and replacement. Patients with existing implants can update them while the breast is reshaped.
Dr. Jean will help you decide which approach fits your body and vision.
Plastic surgeons use several incision designs depending on how much lifting a patient needs. For a breast lift, Dr. Jean typically uses three connected incisions: one around the areola, one running straight down to the breast crease, and one placed in the fold beneath the breast. This pattern gives him the access he needs to remove excess skin, lift and reshape the breast, and reduce the areola if needed. The incision in the fold is designed to sit discreetly within the natural crease.
A breast lift takes approximately three hours. When a lift is combined with implants, surgery typically takes about three and a half hours. Dr. Jean primarily operates at Haverford Surgery Center in Havertown, a state-accredited surgical center, where board-certified anesthesiologists from Associates in Anesthesia participate in surgeries.
Dr. Jean explains what to expect after a breast lift, from the first few days at home to seeing your final results.
The recovery period typically lasts several weeks. Most patients can return to normal activities in 48-72hrs. Pain and discomfort are usually minimal and prescription pain medicine if needed is only taken for a few days. Most patients return to desk work within a few days, but more strenuous activities should be avoided for 2-4 weeks. It may take a few months to see the final results.
The incision sites will likely be a little sore and possibly bruised or swollen for the first 7-14 days. All stitches are dissolving and do not need to be removed. No drainage tubes are used. It is important to avoid straining the incisions until they are fully healed. Post operative treatment to minimize scarring is provided to each patient. Breast lift incisions will gradually become less visible within a year after surgery.
Dr. Jean provides detailed instructions on post procedure care and activity restrictions. Follow-up appointments help to monitor healing progress and ensure that everything is going well.
Breast lift surgery is a same-day procedure, so you rest at home afterward. Your first follow-up appointment is scheduled one week after surgery. At that visit, Dr. Jean checks your healing and guides your next steps.
Some soreness and swelling are a normal part of healing. Follow your post-operative instructions closely, wear any recommended support garments, take prescribed medications as directed, and avoid strenuous activity until you are cleared. If something feels off, reach out to our team. Dr. Jean listens to patient concerns and is available to address them.
Elastic skin can conform to the new breast shape and is less likely to appear loose or uneven afterward. The lift may have longer-lasting results for patients with good skin elasticity.
A common sign is nipples that sit at or below the breast crease, or point downward.
Good candidates are in good overall health and have realistic expectations and a clear sense of their goals. All patients are screened before surgery, and surgery is performed only when it is safe from a medical standpoint.
As breasts sag over time, many women have trouble finding tops, bras, swimsuits, and dresses that fit properly. Lifting the breasts makes clothes look better on the body. Women also have the option of going bra-less after a breast lift.
Our patients become more confident when breasts have better shape, size, and position on the chest. Their posture may improve, clothes fit better and they feel more comfortable with their breasts. This renewed body image can improve their quality of life. This can be achieved with minimal downtime because breast lift is an outpatient procedure with a rapid recovery.
Stretched or enlarged areolas can be made smaller during a breast lift, so they are in proportion with the new breast shape.
A breast lift creates a lasting improvement in breast position and shape. Your body will still age naturally over time, and future pregnancies or significant weight changes can affect your results. Many women choose to plan surgery once their family is complete and their weight is stable, so they can enjoy their results for as long as possible.
Breast lift cost in Bryn Mawr and Philadelphia, PA, ranges from $12,000 to $14,000. This includes the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, operating room charges, and other expenses. Many factors affect the total cost, such as the technique used and personal goals. Generally, patients can expect to pay between $12,000 and $14,000. We offer a wide range of in-office financing with a variety of terms to meet patients needs.
During consultations with Dr. Jean, patients learn about all costs. After physical examination and discussing aesthetic goals, he determines the accurate price for each treatment plan. We offer in office financing to make this procedure affordable so that every patient receives the best care and support on their exciting and transformative journey.
Your quote may change if you add implants or a reduction to your lift. A breast lift is a cosmetic procedure, and our practice does not participate with insurance.
Dr. Jean earned his Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology and his Medical Doctorate from Boston University. He completed a General Surgery residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and a Plastic Surgery residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center. His plastic surgery research has been widely published and presented nationally.
Dr. Jean founded the practice in 2012 and has performed thousands of procedures.
Surgery is performed at a state-accredited surgery center with board-certified anesthesiologists.
Dr. Jean stays up-to-date on the latest and most advanced breast lift techniques through continuous involvement in research and education. This allows him to utilize innovative procedures for the best possible outcomes and shortest recovery times.
Dr. Jean takes the time to listen to the patient’s concerns and goals during the breast lift consultation. He then develops a personalized plan to address their unique needs and desires. The patient may have a breast lift with or with out implants, or fat grafting, or some other type of treatment that will help them best meet their aesthetic goals.
Numerous happy patients praise Dr. Jean and his team for their exceptional care and great results. There are many reviews on our website that reflect our commitment to quality and safety. We will do everything required to make each patient feel happy and confident with their new breast shape.
No. A lift reshapes and raises the breasts but does not significantly change their size. If you want more fullness, ask about a breast lift and augmentation.
Yes. Dr. Jean can reduce the areolas during a breast lift so they are in proportion with your new breast shape.
No. All stitches are dissolvable.
Yes. Options include breast lift and augmentation, breast reduction and lift, breast implant removal and replacement, and fat grafting. Some patients also pair breast and arm procedures, such as an arm lift with breast augmentation or lift.
A breast lift is a cosmetic procedure, and our practice does not participate with insurance.
You deserve to feel confident and comfortable in your body. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Raymond Jean in Bryn Mawr, serving Philadelphia and the Main Line, and take the first step toward a lifted, refreshed shape.
