As women age, experience weight fluctuations, or go through pregnancy and breastfeeding, the breasts can lose firmness and begin to sag. A breast lift (mastopexy) can be an excellent solution to these problems.
Dr. John J. Corey, a board-certified plastic surgeon who has practiced since 1993, performs breast lifts at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale. He is known for his advanced techniques, including using GalaFLEX 3DR™ for support and longevity.
Learn more about the benefits of this approach and whether it’s a good fit for you below.
What Is a Breast Lift?
A breast lift corrects sagging by reshaping and tightening the breast tissue. While it improves contour and firmness, it does not add volume.
Many women combine a breast lift with implants if they also want enhanced fullness. They find that their own native tissue is lacking at the top part of their breasts, and by adding a breast implant, that area gains fullness. Even with an implant, patients can get a natural, youthful appearance that aligns with their body proportions.
How GalaFLEX 3DR Enhances Breast Lift Outcomes
When introducing a breast implant into tissue that has lost it’s suport, it’s important to consider how best to keep that implant uphill, if the tissue is so lax. With smaller implants, Dr. Corey can often use the patients own pectoralis muscle for that support. However, should a patient desire a larger cup size, GalaFLEX 3DR is a bioresorbable scaffold that reinforces that implant during healing. It acts like an internal bra and helps to maintain lift and shape over time.
Some specific benefits the scaffold offers include:
- Reduced risk of recurrent sagging: Strengthening the skin’s foundation decreases the likelihood of the implant dropping too low.
- Increased collagen production: As the scaffold dissolves, the body replaces it with stronger, firmer tissue.
- Greater resilience: Patients who have already undergone a breast lift or augmentation may want more support.
The result is a natural-looking breast lift with more reinforcement where it’s needed most.
Is GalaFLEX 3DR Right for You?
Women considering a breast lift with GalaFLEX 3DR should:
- Have moderate to severe breast sagging
- Want stronger, more resilient breast tissue
- Be open to an added structure for improved longevity
- Have interest in a larger cup size, thereby needing more implant support
A discussion with a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Corey can help you decide if GalaFLEX 3DR is the right choice for your needs.
Schedule Your Breast Lift Consultation
Are you interested in the benefits of a breast lift with firmer, longer-lasting results? GalaFLEX 3DR can help you achieve the best outcomes.
If you’re considering a breast lift, contact Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale today at (480) 767-7700 to schedule a consultation.