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Denver Breast Lift Specialist - Dr. Slenkovich
What Does a Breast Lift Do?
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is intended to give the patient an elevated, more youthful breast contour and nipple position. Additionally, the pigmented areas around the nipples (the areola) are typically reduced in size.
Are You a Candidate for a Breast Lift?
If your breasts are sagging because of past pregnancies, genetics, or aging; if your breast sagging is too great to be treated with an implant alone; or if the pigmented areas around your nipples (called the nipple areolar complexes) are enlarged, you may be a candidate for a breast lift in Denver.
How Is the Breast Lift Procedure Performed?
A breast lift is done on an outpatient basis in our surgical center under sedation or general anesthesia. Dr. Slenkovich tailors his approach to each patient, but typically the scars are limited to a "lollipop" pattern (around the nipple areolar complexes and vertically down to the crease below the breast.) The Denver breast lift patient goes home with light dressings.
What Is Recovery After a Breast Lift Like?
Initial discomfort from a breast lift is easily controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days. Aerobic activities can often be resumed in about four weeks.
Is Insurance Available?
Insurance coverage is usually available when associated with treatment of breast cancer or as a symmetry operation for the breast opposite a breast with cancer. A breast lift for cosmetic reasons usually is not covered by insurance.
Is Financing Available
We are affiliated with companies that offer financing for cosmetic surgery and we will be pleased to help you obtain financing for your breast lift procedure.
Experience and Credentials
Dr. Slenkovich’s credentials include being a Board Certified plastic surgeon, and he has also written, edited or co-authored a number of medical articles on breast enhancement surgeries and breast lifts. Most importantly, Dr. Slenkovich is a skilled and caring Denver plastic surgeon who is honest with patients and committed to patient education and truthfulness. This is where the principles of the surgeon you choose to work with come into play and why you want to carefully choose a plastic surgeon who will be realistic about what you really need for a natural look, and what you should expect for the outcome of the procedure.
To Learn More
Please select from the menu on the right for more information about the specific procedure you're interested in, and please view our before and after photos and 3-D demonstrations. We also invite you to read our patient experiences and patient testimonials pages.