How long does a breast augmentation and lift procedure take?

Question

I'm scheduled for a lift and Brest augmentation. How long will I be under anesthesia ?

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your
photograph, you are a great candidate for a breast lift with implants. 
A normal breast augmentation takes one hour on average.  Breast lift with implants usually takes appox 3 hours, but this can vary among surgeons.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Urmen Desai, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Every surgeon is different. Depending on the type of lift between 2-3 hours. I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with and who is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Best wishes!

Dr. DesaiHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach Trained, Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Best wishes!

Dr. DesaiHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach Trained, Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

Times vary among surgeons. The combo procedure usually takes me 21/2 to 3 hours depending on the amount of lift done. Good luck.

Samuel Lin, MD, FACS · Answer

Historically performing both augmentation and mastopexy in the same setting requires careful planning and understanding a patient's anatomy; the time of the operation can certainly vary depending on what is being performed.. best of luck!

Marvin F. Shienbaum, MD · Answer

Most breast lift surgeries take about 3.5 hours to complete. It all depends on the size of the breast and the complexity of the procedure. Time will vary depending on the surgeon.

Zachary Farris, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Generally, this operation takes about 3 hours.  You appear to be a good candidate.  Good luck.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The surgical time can vary from surgeon to surgeon and for different techniques. In general, they can take between 2- 4hours for most patients. Good luck.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

For an augment alone-a little over an hour. The augment/pexy is a longer procedure and takes around three hours. Surgeons operate at different speeds and OR time is also dependent on intra-operative factors.

Elliot Duboys, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

The answer depends upon your surgeon and the procedure he/she is recommending.  A typical breast augmentation takes less than 1 hour, however depending upon the type of lift that is being done, the lift can take between 1-2 hours additional.

How long does a breast augmentation and lift procedure take?

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