Breast Lift in Vancouver

During the consultation, Dr Demianczuk will discuss whether a breast lift, breast augmentation, or a combination of both will attain the best results. Attention will also be made to improve any pre surgical asymmetry. Every patient presents with unique needs and preferences, and these will be adhered to in providing the ideal post surgical shape.

There is no way to avoid making the necessary incisions to complete a breast lift procedure; therefore, some scarring will result from this procedure. Every effort is made during surgery to minimize scarring. Most women feel that the breast contour that results following a breast lift procedure is worth the scars left behind. During the consultation, Dr Demianczuk and his staff will provide detailed post-operative scar care instructions, including use of silicone gel, skin creams, and possibly post operative laser treatment.

Yes. Breast reduction surgery may also be combined with a breast lift to help a patient achieve the size and shape she desires.

A breast lift, or mastopexy procedure will raise the breasts by repositioning the breast tissue to a higher position, and remove any excess skin.

A good candidate for breast augmentation are individuals who are healthy, and who desire to improve the size and shape of their breasts. Candidates include anyone with sagging breasts due to aging, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, or pregnancy. Patients seeking to have surgery with Dr. Demianczuk should have a BMI of

Breast mastopexy is performed in an accredited surgical facility as an outpatient procedure. It is performed under general anesthesia. The recovery time for most patients is typically 7-14 days, but a full recovery often takes several weeks.This surgery typically takes about 2-3 hours.

Most patients can resume normal activities in 7-14 days, but should avoid strenuous activities for 4-6 weeks.

Risks related to breast lift can include infection of the surgical site (

Both saline and silicone implants are popular choices among surgeons and patients. In general, patients with a decent amount of breast tissue are good candidates for either implant, while those with reduced breast tissue and minimal subcutaneous fat will benefit from silicone.

No. Most implants will last longer than 10 years, and if there is no rupture, leakage, or then there is no need to change the implant or have any type of secondary surgery.

Breast Implant Associated Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a type of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (cancer of the immune system) that can occur in the scar tissue and fluid near the implant. It is not breast cancer, but does require treatment. It has been closely linked with use of textured implants. The current lifetime risk of BIA-ALCL is estimated to be 1:2,207-1:86,029 for women with textured implants. The breast implants related to BIA-ALCL have been recalled by the manufacturer, and are no longer available, thereby ensuring patient safety.

Breast implants can be either saline (silicone shell, with saline inside the bag) or silicone (silicone shell, with silicone gel within the bag).