Breast enlargement surgery
A breast lift with implants is a "combination procedure" - i.e. two operations in one. During the same procedure, your breasts are augmented (enlarged), but also, lifted (the mastopexy). The final scars are around the areola (the coloured part of the nipple), as well as vertically down towards the breast crease, and often in the breast crease itself too.
An augmentation mastopexy is undertaken when you are asleep (general anaesthetic) and takes place in hospital. Following surgery, you will wake up wearing your post-surgical bra, with surgical tapes on the wounds themselves.
By combining a breast lift with a breast augmentation, two goals are addressed in a single operation - improving the volume of the breast and also improving the shape, nipple position and addressing any sagging skin.
Anaesthetic
General
Procedure Length
1 hour
Facility Stay
Day Case
Cost
From £10,632
Downtime
Light exercise can resume after 4-6 weeks
Available in-house at Purity Bridge
Yes
Anaesthetic
General
Procedure Length
1 hour
Facility Stay
Day Case
Cost
From £10,632
Downtime
Light exercise can resume after 4-6 weeks
Available in-house at Purity Bridge
Yes
A breast lift with implants typically takes between two and four hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the techniques used.
The surgery combines breast enhancement with lifting, helping to restore both volume and breast position.
Most patients require around one to two weeks away from work, depending on the nature of their job.
Swelling gradually settles over several weeks, and final results continue to improve over the following months.
Light activities can usually be resumed within a few days. More strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for several weeks.
Your surgeon will provide personalised guidance based on your recovery progress.
Potential risks include infection, bleeding, implant-related complications, changes in nipple sensation and scarring.
All risks and expected outcomes will be discussed in detail during your consultation.
This procedure may be suitable if you have experienced both loss of breast volume and breast drooping, often following pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss or ageing.
A consultation at Purity Bridge will help determine whether this combination procedure is appropriate for your goals.
Choosing implant size is a highly personal decision. During consultation, your surgeon will consider your body shape, breast dimensions and desired outcome.
The aim is to achieve a result that feels proportionate and natural for your frame.
Some women can breastfeed following surgery, but there is no guarantee. The likelihood depends on the surgical technique used and individual anatomy.
Your surgeon will discuss this if future breastfeeding is important to you.
The results are long lasting, although natural ageing, weight changes and pregnancy can affect breast shape over time.
Maintaining a stable weight can help preserve your results for longer.
