We cannot stop the passing of time and the changes in the human body that come with ageing. More so for women who need to deal with menopause, wrinkles, and sagging breasts. Thank goodness for science! Now, some of our ageing issues can be easily addressed with the help of plastic surgeons.
If you are planning to perk up your boobies, this article might be of help to you! We did our own research to provide you, our dear reader, with helpful information that could aid you in your decision to undergo a breast lift surgery in Singapore. Read on until the end, and after reading, we hope that you have gained useful insights and feel more confident about going under the knife.
WHAT IS BREAST LIFT?
A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a plastic surgery procedure where excess skin in the breast area is removed and tissues are reshaped to raise the breasts.
WHO NEEDS A BREAST LIFT?
Breast lift is recommended for women who have the following conditions:
- Sagging breasts
- Nipples that fall below the breast crease
- Nipples that point downward
- Disproportionate areolae
- Asymmetric breasts
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BREAST IMPLANT AND BREAST LIFT?
Breast implants increase the size of the breasts, whereas, a breast lift primarily changes the position of the breast. A breast lift sometimes involves breast reduction.
IS THE SCAR VISIBLE?
Scarring after a breast lift surgery depends on the technique used by your plastic surgeon. Most doctors nowadays aim for minimal scarring. Normally, incisions for breast lift surgeries are very thin and the scar will eventually fade and flatten out.
HOW LONG IS THE DOWNTIME?
Initial healing will take 1 to 2 weeks. Full recovery is expected within 4 to 6 weeks.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST FOR A BREAST LIFT IN SINGAPORE?
The cost for a breast lift procedure in Singapore ranges between S$5,000 and S$12,000.
WHERE TO GET BREAST LIFT IN SINGAPORE?
Breast lifts can only be done by a licensed plastic surgeon. There are several clinics that offer this service in Singapore. To choose among the best clinics available, read on for our list of 4 best clinics in Singapore for breast lift.
2. Colin Tham Plastic Surgery
Image: Colin Tham Plastic Surgery
The key specialist at Colin Tham Plastic Surgery is Dr Colin Tham, a reconstructive and plastic surgeon who is well known both locally and internationally.
This Singapore’s Ministry of Health fully accredited doctor is also a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland). He is passionate about cosmetic surgery and is actively involved in research into new technologies.
Breast lift is among the most requested procedures by his patients.
BREAST LIFT SERVICES:
Also known as mastopexy, a breast lift is surgically performed to correct cases of sagging breasts where the nipple drops to the chest. Colin Tham plastic surgery offers 2 types of breast lift services:
1. Breast Implant
This is frequently performed on mothers after breastfeeding. They suffer a loss of volume which results in a mild sagging of the breasts. To correct this, teardrop-shaped implants are used. As they are inserted, the nipple is rotated upwards. There is little visible scarring, as the scar is tucked into the breast fold.
2. Breast Lift Surgery
Where there is severe sagging, the clinic performs breast lifting by making incisions and removing excess skin. The drawback of this procedure is that it results in visible scars. However, these fade over time. The recovery time is 2-4 days.
DOCTOR PROFILE:
COST: From $12,000
3. MH Plastic Surgery
Image: MH Plastic Surgery
Dr Martin Huang has received accolades for his expertise in cosmetic surgery procedures such as breast lift, eye bag surgery, and ptosis repair.
He is frequently invited to speak on these subjects at Korean Plastic Surgery Meetings.
Dr Huang employs Korean Cosmetic Surgery techniques at the clinic but has personally modified and improved on them.
BREAST LIFT SERVICES
MH Plastic surgery offers Mastopexy (breast lift) services to women with sagging breasts. The condition occurs when the skin at the upper part of the breast becomes lax. The result is the formation of excess skin causing the nipple to drop from its position.
A new location for the nipple and areola is identified. Incisions are made around it and extended down to the bottom of the breast. Excess skin is excised and the wound edges are held together with sutures.
The stitches are removed after a fortnight and the recovery usually takes a few days. The risk of infection is low, and there is little blood loss. With good scar management, the scars are less conspicuous over time.
DOCTOR PROFILE:
- SAPS
- SMA
- SSCS
- CLAPAS
- ISAPS
- AACE
- MPS
- OSAPS
- AMS
- FAMS
COST GUIDE: From $12,000
4. Shens Clinic
One of the leading surgeons in Singapore, Dr Shenthikumar Naidu, also known as Dr Shens is the consultant plastic surgeon at this clinic.
A Korean-trained surgeon, Dr Shens dedicated several years serving in the public health sector before going into private practice.
His signature treatments include Short Incision Breast Augmentation, Short Scar Tummy Tuck, and 4D Micro-Nano Fat Grafting.
BREAST LIFT SERVICES:
Shens clinic offers procedures that lift the breast.
1. Mild Cases
In cases where the drooping is mild or the breasts are small, breast augmentation is recommended. This is undertaken by means of implants. Silicone gel implants in the shape of a teardrop are inserted over or under the chest muscle.
2. Severe Cases
If the sagging is severe, surgery is undertaken which usually involves a ‘T’-shaped incision through which excess skin is removed. Thereafter the nipple and areola are moved to a higher position and the breast is reshaped accordingly. Usually, the patient can resume normal activity after a few days.
DOCTOR PROFILE:
- ISAPS
- ESPRAS
- IBMS
- ECAMS
- AMS
- FAMS
- SAPS
- SMA
COST GUIDE: From $10,000
