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How Long Do I Need to Take off for a Breast Lift Overseas?

asked 2 years ago by reenie78 in Kyiv Ukraine
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 1,700 times
Tags: age 25-34, breasts, 170-189 lbs, sagging

I am 31 yrs old female, 170 lbs, 36C-D. I would like to maintain my size but get perky breasts with volume on top. Would it be possible to schedule a procedure with only a virtual consultation? I would like to fly in a few days before the surgery. How long of a stay do I need to plan? Locations I am considering: South Florida and LA area.

Would it be necessary to also get implants or could I go with a full mastopexy? If implantation is necessary, should I get the round implant or tear shaped implant? What are HP implants? Thanks

16 answers to How Long Do I Need to Take off for a Breast Lift Overseas?

Breast Lift Recovery Time Overseas?

Based on the type of procedure planned I would suggest at least 2 weeks in the vicinity of your surgeon's practice. Be prepared for additional stay if complications arise. Best wishes.

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift surgery in foreign countries

There are many surgeons and surgery centers in other countries who advertise to Americans and encourage Americans to travel internationally for surgery. Keep in mind that the cheapest surgeries often end up being the most costly. There is no way to regulate surgeons and other countries or to determine their level of training or expertise. The American system has the most rigorous level of training and certification possible. Also consider that when receiving surgery... more

B. Pat Pazmino, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

You would certainly benefit from a breast lift

Having operated on two patients just like you in the last week, I can confidently say you would benefit from a breast lift. I would also say that with so many excellent options in the areas that you are looking in, I would not recommend going overseas for this operation. You want to see a quality surgeon who operates in an atmosphere that meets the rigourous standards set in the US. Here in Santa Barbara, I see patients from all over the world who come to have their surgery and recover in... more

Adam David Lowenstein, MD
Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon

Surgery with traveling

You should really paln on staying in the area for several weeks to make sure ther ar eno complications. You are probably better off seeing someone near where you live. If you like the volume you have then just a lift. If you want more volume then have implants placed as well.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation with lift

Judging from your pictures you will need an lift and augmentation, And will need to stay in town 1-2 weeks. Ask the office how many out of town patients they see. I have seen multiple patients with very bad results after overseas surgery so be careful.

Michael L. Workman, MD
Portland Plastic Surgeon

From overseas, time for breast lift

I recommend 10 days to 2 weeks in USA for full recovery. Implants are a personal decision, but the size with a full lift is limited to 300 cc's or less, in my opinion. Also I would recommend HP (High Profile implants). Regards from MIAMI

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

The doctor is important, not the area you have your mastopexy performed

First find a doctor to do your surgery, then worry about the area. You should plan on being around 1 -2 weeks after your surgery. You will not be fully healed and will continue to improve over the first 3 months; however, most major problems occur in the first 48 hours with an augmentation mastopexy which you need.

William B. Rosenblatt, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Traveling for a breast lift and augmentation

I would personally recommend that you stay 2 weeks after surgery where ever you have it done. After that, there is almost no risk of bleeding or early postop problems. The key is to get the result you are hoping for and your search should extend far beyond LA and south Florida unless you happen to have faimly to stay with there.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Traveling for cosmetic surgery

While your intentions are good, traveling to a foreign country poses some difficulties and risk. You have to consider that you have to establish a healthy and respectful rapport with a surgeon you have never met in a relatively short period of time.This might poses undue pressure and stress on you and your decision-making process. It can be done but elective surgery should be done electively, not under pressure. You also have to account for the possibility of complications that prevent... more

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Breast enlargement and Mastopexy (Breast lift)

Yes, I have been doing video conferencing consultations over the internet for many years. I see and treat many patients from out of my area (Newport Beach, California). You could have either a full uplift (mastopexy) with a lollipop scar or a partial uplift, a peri-areolar one with breast implants. A mastopexy alone will only uplift your breasts (try putting your hands over your head and if that is what you want your breasts to look like then that approximates what a full uplift will do).... more

Edward J. Domanskis, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Breast enhancement recommendations

Hi there- You would almost certainly be most pleased with a breast lift and implants... The particular type of breast lift would not be possible to understand until you have been examined, but the outcome could be reliably good with several... The most important consideration, however, is NOT whether you have implants or not, and it is NOT what type of lift you have... it is WHO you let do it on you. Plastic surgeons are not all created, educated, or trained equally, and so their outcomes... more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

Breast lift recovery

Most of our patients undergoing breast lift surgery (mastopexy) are back to work within one week. Our overseas patients generally stay in town for 7 days before returning home. In my procedure, I only use absorbable sutures so you do not need to wait in town for suture removal. Also, in most cases, I do not place drains, which makes the recovery process quicker and more comfortable. I hope this is helpful. Good luck with your surgery.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift overseas

You should plan to stay in the area after surgery for at least 10 days. Some surgeons can do telephone consultations, in which you send photographs and they speak with you prior to your procedure. Most will examine you in person 1-2 days prior to surgery to ensure that you are a good candidate. The need for an implant depends upon your tissues and your desires in terms of volume, so you would need to discuss this directly with your surgeon. In LA, I recommend Dr.... more

Nina S. Naidu, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Cosmetic Surgery Tourism - Breast Lift

The operation best suited for you would depend on your present examination, the breast size and appearance you wish (if deliverable) and your ability to have the operation. From the enclosed photograph, I think a Hall-Findlay short Scar Breast Lift would give you a great perky result without necessarily having to have breast implants. To read more about it, follow the link at the bottom of this post. This Mastopexy will do exactly what you asked for - maintain your cup volume but restore the... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Traveling for breast lift

It appears that you would benefit most from an augmentation mastopexy (breast lift with implants) to achieve the best possible cosmetic result. I would recommend that you remain around for post-operative visits for a minimum of 2 weeks and preferably 3. It may take 6-9 months to achieve your final and stable result