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Do your breasts appear lower, flatter, or less perky than they once did? Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, and natural aging can stretch the skin and shift the breast’s position over time. When the nipple sits below the crease or the upper part of your breast appears deflated, it can make you feel less confident in your appearance.

At Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine in Carmel, Dr. Ashley Robey helps women restore youthful breast contours and balance through expertly tailored breast lift procedures. With quadruple board certification and over two decades of surgical experience, Dr. Robey combines advanced technique and artistry to lift, reshape, and refine your natural silhouette.

What Is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin, tightening internal tissue, and repositioning the nipple-areolar complex to a more youthful, natural height.

The goal of a breast lift is to restore proportion and firmness without significantly changing breast size, though it can be combined with augmentation (implants) or fat transfer for added volume when desired.

The ideal nipple position is near the most projecting part of the breast, around the level of the inframammary fold. When the nipple sits below this level, the breast may look deflated or pendulous. A breast lift reestablishes symmetry, perkiness, and balance to your figure.

Comprehensive Breast Lift Techniques

Dr. Robey customizes each lift to your anatomy, degree of sagging (ptosis), and desired outcome. Several approaches are available to achieve the best aesthetic result with the least visible scarring.

Periareolar Mastopexy (Circumareolar/“Donut” Lift)

For mild sagging requiring about an inch of nipple movement, this technique uses an incision around the areola. It subtly lifts and tightens the breast tissue while keeping scarring limited to the pigmented edge of the areola.

Vertical Mastopexy (“Lollipop” Lift)

For moderate sagging, a vertical lift adds a short incision from the areola to the breast crease, allowing more extensive reshaping and improved projection. This technique produces a balanced, natural contour while minimizing scar visibility.

Full Mastopexy (Anchor/“Wise-Pattern” Lift)

For more significant sagging, this approach adds an incision along the breast crease. It provides the most powerful lift and skin tightening. This technique is ideal for patients after major weight loss, pregnancy, or aging-related laxity. Dr. Robey also prefers to maintain a superior pedicle of blood supply with this technique to help keep more of the breast volume in a perky position as opposed to a low and bottomed out position.

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Ideal Candidates for Breast Lift Surgery

You may be a good candidate for mastopexy if you:

  • Have breasts that sag or appear elongated
  • Notice nipples that point downward or sit below the breast crease
  • Experience stretched skin or enlarged areolas
  • Have flattened upper breast contours
  • Are in good overall health and maintain a stable weight
  • Have realistic expectations and a positive outlook

Dr. Robey will determine whether a lift alone or a combined procedure — such as breast augmentation or fat transfer — will best achieve your goals.

Your Breast Lift Journey

Initial Consultation

Your breast lift journey begins with a personalized consultation at our Carmel office. Dr. Robey will discuss your aesthetic goals, evaluate your breast tissue and skin elasticity, and take precise measurements to guide her recommendations. She’ll also review incision pattern options and whether adding volume would enhance your results.

Preparation

Before surgery, you’ll receive detailed preoperative instructions regarding medications, eating and drinking restrictions, and activity modifications. Arrange for transportation home and help for the first 24–48 hours. Your prescriptions will be sent in advance so you’re ready for recovery.

Day of Surgery

Breast lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure and typically takes about two to three hours. Dr. Robey removes excess skin, recontours breast tissue, and repositions the nipple and areola to a higher position. The areolas are often resized to achieve a youthful, balanced look.

Contrary to popular belief, the nipple-areolar complex is not removed during a breast lift. It remains attached to underlying tissue to preserve blood flow and nerve function. While temporary sensitivity changes are possible, most patients retain normal sensation.

After surgery, your incisions are closed with fine sutures and dressed with soft bandages and a supportive surgical bra to maintain your new contour.

Breast Lift Recovery Timeline

  • First 24–48 Hours: Rest with your upper body elevated; take prescribed medication as needed. Keep dressings dry and limit arm movements.
  • First Week: Expect mild swelling, bruising, and tightness that gradually subside. Most patients resume light activities after five to seven days.
  • Two Weeks: Return to desk work and daily routines. Avoid strenuous exercise and lifting.
  • Four to Six Weeks: Resume most forms of physical activity and exercise. Incisions continue to heal and flatten.
  • Three to Six Months: Final breast shape and position settle as tissues mature and scars fade.

Dr. Robey and her team will provide detailed aftercare instructions and monitor your progress through scheduled follow-ups.

Breast Lift Results

Results are noticeable immediately, though final contours refine as swelling subsides over several months. Breasts appear firmer, more youthful, and naturally proportioned.

While a breast lift cannot stop the aging process, results are long-lasting (typically 10 to 15 years or more), especially with good skin care, supportive bras, and stable weight maintenance.

Most patients find the improvement in shape and symmetry well worth the minimal, fine-line scars, which continue to fade over time with proper scar care.

Combining a Breast Lift With Other Procedures

For comprehensive rejuvenation, many patients choose to combine their breast lift with other procedures such as:

Breast Augmentation

Adds volume and upper-pole fullness for a more dramatic enhancement.

Breast Augmentation

Fat Transfer

Uses your own fat for natural, subtle fullness and improved contour.

Fat Transfer

Tummy Tuck or Liposuction

Completes post-pregnancy or weight-loss transformations.

Tummy Tuck Liposuction
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Why Choose Dr. Robey for Your Breast Lift

Dr. Ashley Robey is one of only a handful of surgeons worldwide with quadruple board certification in Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Otolaryngology, and Anti-Aging Medicine. She combines scientific precision with artistic sensitivity to create beautifully proportioned, natural results.

Her patient-centered approach ensures every treatment plan is uniquely designed to fit your anatomy, lifestyle, and goals. Dr. Robey operates at premier surgical facilities across Indianapolis and Carmel, providing a comfortable and safe experience for every patient.

Real Patients. Real Artistry.

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Elevate Your Confidence With Breast Lift Surgery in Carmel, IN

Don’t let sagging, stretched skin, or downward-pointing nipples keep you from feeling like yourself. Restore your shape and confidence with an expertly performed breast lift by Dr. Ashley Robey. Experience compassionate care, advanced techniques, and natural-looking results tailored just for you.

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