Is recovery more extensive with a mastopexy?
Generally the recovery and amount of discomfort is similar to breast augmentation surgery. 6. What is an Anchor Type Breast Lift? An Anchor Breast Lift refers to the shape of the skin pattern that is removed with this type of Mastopexy. The final scar is T shaped. This type of procedure is used in more extensive breast lifts where the nipple must be lifted more than a few centimeters. This is determined by the degree of ptosis that the patient presents with and the amount of breast volume increase that is required.