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A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a customized procedure that lifts, reshapes, and rejuvenates the breasts so they sit higher on the chest and look naturally youthful again. If your breasts have changed after pregnancy, weight shifts, or over time, a lift can restore a more refined, perky contour without making you look “operated on.” Dr.
Adam R. Kolker is a double board certified plastic surgeon now welcoming patients from Los Angeles, CA, known for exceptionally natural breast enhancement. With decades of experience, advanced training, and a fine arts background, he focuses on proportion, symmetry, and safety so your results look and feel like your own body, beautifully renewed.
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A breast lift is not only about elevation. It is about elegantly reshaping the breast so it complements your figure and reflects how you want to present yourself in daily life in Los Angeles. Women often choose breast lift surgery to:
Address sagging that makes the breasts appear deflated or heavy
Restore a more youthful, rounded shape and upper pole fullness
Reposition nipples and areolas so they face forward instead of downward
Refine stretched skin or enlarged areolas for a more proportionate look
Improve symmetry between the two breasts as much as possible
standing taller, choosing outfits more freely, and feeling comfortable and confident in every setting.
Breast lift surgery demands precise technique and a refined eye for contour. Dr. Kolker combines top tier surgical expertise from leading academic institutions, extensive teaching experience, and lifelong involvement in the visual arts to guide every decision he makes in the operating room. For over a decade, he has been recognized in publications such as New York Magazine and Newsweek for excellence in plastic surgery.
As an Associate Clinical Professor of plastic surgery, he trains future surgeons and brings that same disciplined, evidence based approach to every patient. His humanitarian work with children around the world underscores a deep, patient centered commitment to care. Patients traveling from Los Angeles and beyond choose Dr. Kolker for his thoughtful listening, individualized planning, calm and honest communication, and a private Park Avenue practice that prioritizes safety, discretion, and comfort.
Ideal candidates for a breast lift are women in good overall health who want to improve the shape, position, and projection of their breasts rather than primarily change volume. You may be a good candidate if:
Your breasts have lost their youthful shape or firmness
Nipples sit at or below the breast crease or point downward
You notice significant sagging after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
One breast sits lower or looks different from the other
You are at or near a stable weight
You are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding and understand that future pregnancies or weight changes can affect your results During your consultation, Dr. Kolker carefully evaluates your anatomy, listens to your goals, and explains whether a breast lift alone, or a lift combined with augmentation or reduction, will most effectively create the look you want.
Every woman’s breasts are unique, and your surgical plan should reflect that. Dr. Kolker personalizes your breast lift to your degree of sagging, skin elasticity, and desired shape while always working to minimize and thoughtfully conceal scars for a refined result you can feel confident showing in Los Angeles, CA.
Common incision patterns that may be discussed with you include:
Your experience begins with a private, unhurried consultation in Dr. Kolker’s Park Avenue office for patients from NYC, Los Angeles, and throughout CA. He reviews your medical history, discusses your concerns in detail, takes precise measurements, and helps you visualize realistic outcomes. Digital imaging and photographs may assist in planning a result that fits your goals and lifestyle. On the day of surgery, your breast lift takes place in an accredited surgical facility with a board certified anesthesiologist.
You are fully asleep and monitored continuously for comfort and safety. Dr. Kolker performs the procedure using carefully mapped preoperative markings made while you are standing, which helps ensure that your breast shape and nipple position look balanced and natural when you are upright. Surgery typically lasts a few hours. Afterward, you recover in a monitored setting before heading home the same day with a responsible adult, detailed instructions, and clear follow up plans.
Most women are pleasantly surprised by how comfortable breast lift recovery can be with attentive guidance. You can expect some swelling, bruising, and a sense of tightness across the chest in the first few days. Discomfort is usually well controlled with prescribed medication and then tapers to soreness within the first week. You will wear a supportive surgical or soft bra for several weeks to protect your results and reduce swelling.
Gentle walking starts soon after surgery, but strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and overhead movements remain off limits until Dr. Kolker clears you. Many patients return to desk work in about a week and resume most normal routines within two to three weeks, depending on the specifics of their surgery and healing. Over time, swelling decreases, the breasts soften, and they settle into a more natural position. Scars gradually fade and flatten, especially when you follow the detailed scar care instructions provided.
You see an immediate improvement in breast position and shape after surgery, even though your breasts will be slightly swollen and sit higher than their final resting point. Over the next several weeks and months, they relax into a soft, natural looking contour that enhances your silhouette in and out of clothes in Los Angeles.
A breast lift cannot stop the aging process, but it effectively “resets the clock.” Results are designed to be long lasting, especially if you maintain a stable weight, choose supportive bras for exercise and daily wear, and avoid smoking or habits that can affect skin quality. Life events such as pregnancy, significant weight change, and aging will still influence your breasts over time. If your needs or preferences shift in the future, revision or refinement procedures may be considered.
A breast lift primarily improves position and shape, not volume. If you would like your breasts to be noticeably fuller or smaller as well as lifted, Dr. Kolker may recommend combining your lift with complementary procedures for a more complete transformation. Options can include breast augmentation with implants or, in selected cases, fat transfer to restore lost volume and enhance cleavage, or breast reduction to ease physical discomfort while lifting and reshaping heavy breasts.
Many women also pair a breast lift with body contouring as part of a comprehensive post pregnancy or post weight loss rejuvenation. Your combined surgical plan is designed thoughtfully around safety, recovery, and your aesthetic goals so you can enjoy balanced, natural results that feel aligned with your lifestyle in CA.
Every surgical procedure carries risks, and you should feel fully informed before scheduling a breast lift. Dr. Kolker will talk openly with you about expected benefits, real limitations, and potential complications so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. Risks may include infection, bleeding, delayed wound healing, changes in nipple or breast sensation, unfavorable scarring, asymmetry, or the need for revision surgery.
Although these issues are uncommon, they are taken seriously, and every precaution is used to lower their likelihood and address them promptly if they occur. Scars are a normal part of mastopexy surgery, but they are placed along natural curves and skin transitions whenever possible. With time, most scars soften and fade substantially. Dr. Kolker provides thorough scar management protocols and follows your healing closely in the months after surgery so you feel supported throughout recovery.
A breast lift primarily reshapes and elevates the breast instead of changing volume. Some women choose a slightly smaller cup size afterward because the breast is more compact and lifted, while others stay in a similar size with a much more youthful, supported profile.
Some women can breastfeed after a breast lift, but it cannot be guaranteed. The impact depends on your anatomy and the technique used. If future breastfeeding is important, be sure to discuss this with Dr. Kolker so he can factor it into your surgical plan.
Scars are placed as discreetly as possible, often around the areola and along the natural breast crease. They are more noticeable in the early months, then gradually fade and flatten. Most patients find that with time and proper care, scars become much less obvious and are easily hidden in bras and swimwear, even in the most revealing Los Angeles styles.
A breast lift typically takes a few hours, depending on the complexity of your procedure and whether it is combined with augmentation or reduction. You return home the same day with detailed instructions, support garments, and scheduled follow up visits.
Light walking starts soon after surgery. Most patients resume low impact activities within a couple of weeks and progress to more vigorous exercise after several weeks, depending on healing. Dr. Kolker gives you a personalized, step by step clearance plan.
Most women describe early recovery as tightness and soreness rather than sharp pain. Medication, rest, and supportive garments keep discomfort manageable. Each day usually feels a bit easier, especially after the first few days.
There is no specific age limit as long as you are in good health and cleared for surgery. Many women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond choose a breast lift to restore comfort and confidence. A comprehensive evaluation will determine whether the procedure is appropriate for you.
If your main concern is sagging and low nipple position, a lift alone may be ideal. If you also want significantly more upper pole fullness or a larger cup size, Dr. Kolker will review implant options, show before and after examples, and help you decide what is realistically achievable for your body.
