A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, helps offset the effects of age, nursing, gravity, breast implant removal, or significant weight loss. These circumstances can lead to sagging breasts (breast ptosis) and an unflattering contour. A breast lift from JanigaMDs Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Center involves removing excess skin and reshaping the breast tissue to create a more youthful breast contour. Mastopexy can also lift the breast and reposition the areola to be in a higher location.
There are three basic types of breast lift procedures that Dr. Timothy Janiga performs: full mastopexy, donut mastopexy, and crescent mastopexy. The most suitable method for you depends on several factors, including your cosmetic goals and unique anatomy. Dr. Janiga will develop a plan for your breast lift during a comprehensive consultation.
Dr. Timothy Janiga performs a full mastopexy breast lift at a Reno outpatient surgery center using general anesthesia. It involves an incision around the areola and requires an anchor-shaped incision below the areola and horizontally across the underside of each breast. Silicone or saline implants can be included and are often placed either under the muscle or breast gland to improve the overall breast shape, depending on your desired results and personal situation.
Including breast implants results in a combination of a breast lift with breast augmentation surgery, and is a common choice among our patients. The breast lift procedure usually takes one to three hours with another two hours of recovery time before leaving the surgery center.
A donut mastopexy is performed by Dr. Timothy Janiga in an outpatient surgery center. The surgery involves an incision around the areola only, with the removal of excess skin through this small incision. The areola is then repositioned on the breast and sutured closed. Breast implants can be placed at the same time with the donut mastopexy also if desired. This procedure takes one to two hours with another hour for recovery before being allowed to go home.
A crescent mastopexy is performed in an outpatient surgery center under general anesthesia. It involves a crescent-shaped incision involving about half of the nipple, an island of skin is removed, and the areola is repositioned.
Though this procedure may be performed on its own, it is often combined with breast augmentation surgery for complete results. This procedure takes one to two hours with another hour for recovery before being allowed to go home.
Before your breast lift procedure, you will meet with Dr. Janiga to discuss your concerns and goals for treatment. He will help you understand the right path forward with surgery and what you can expect. You will be given detailed preparation instructions to ensure a smooth and successful procedure, including avoiding blood-thinning medications, gathering recovery supplies, filling prescriptions, and more. Our team will schedule a surgery date that works for you and ensure you’re fully prepared ahead of time.
Breast lift is performed as an outpatient procedure using general anesthesia. Once you’ve arrived at our surgical center, Mountain West, and are prepared, your anesthesia will be administered by our trusted team. Dr. Janiga will perform the predetermined incision techniques, removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to create a more youthful breast contour. Once complete, your incisions will be closed, and you’ll be fitted with a surgical bra to support your breasts as they heal. When you wake up and pass your monitoring period, you can return home to recover.
Dr. Timothy Janiga is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience and countless patient success stories. His calm, expert, and meticulous approach has transformed the lives of both cosmetic and reconstruction patients, helping them feel good in their bodies. Dr. Janiga is an expert in all aspects of plastic surgery and specializes in cosmetic facial surgery, body contouring, and breast surgery.
Immediately after your breast lift surgery, you can expect to feel groggy and tired, as general anesthesia wears off, this will improve. Your breasts will be swollen and tender at first, but you’ll be able to see immediate improvement in your breast profile and position. Over the next few days, you can manage any discomfort with pain medication and should focus on resting. Within a week, you should feel mostly like yourself again.
I loved Dr. Janiga. He was amazing throughout the whole breast reduction process and is very skilled and knowledgeable in his field! His staff is also amazing and sweet and I always felt taken care of when there. Super happy with my experience and will be recommending people to him in the future 🙂
My experience with Dr. Timothy Janiga and his entire team has been beyond stellar. He clearly met my needs with concise information and consultation. I felt prepared and in good hands throughout the process. I am now 4 months out from a major “beautification” project and couldn’t be happier with my selection of Dr. Janiga. I had no discomfort, and felt totally safe and cared for throughout the process which included pre-op, post-op and of course, the surgery itself. I highly recommend the team at JanigaMDs.
Let’s face it, there’s only so much you can do yourself through diet and exercise. I am six months post-op on my Breast Augmentation and couldn’t be happier with my results. Before my surgery, I made the investment and consulted with a total of six of the top surgeons in this area before deciding that Dr. Janiga was the best. He is very professional and focused on his patient’s results. I also like that he is a Nevadan. I told him I didn’t know exactly what size I wanted, but how I wanted to look afterwards. He was willing to make the choice for me, and I was right in trusting his expertise. The surgery was a breeze, as was recovery. Also, it must be a great place to work as all of the staff there are so pleasant and helpful, which a testament to the doctors there. I highly recommend Dr. Janiga!
My experience with Dr. Janiga and his office, has been excellent in every way. From office visits to surgery, post-op, scheduling. It’s all been absolutely professional and worth every penny.
Jennifer & Tim Janiga are the best in the business. I have been to many other docs who work in their field in my opinion they have no rival. Their excellence and dedication to their craft in medicine sets them apart alone. They further your experience with their genuine care to your individualized attention, taking the time to find out what you need and making sure you get all your answers. I always look forward to my time in their office. Do yourself a favor and book your next visit with them!
The recovery and results for all three types of mastopexy are comparable overall. Swelling and bruising may last up to three weeks. Return to work can be expected within seven to fourteen days, depending on your line of work. You will notice results right away, with the breasts having been repositioned. Improvement will continue as the incisions heal and swelling resolves. Full recovery will usually take around two to three months, depending on how well you adhere to the recovery instructions.
Patients considering a breast lift in Reno, NV, can rely on JanigaMDs’ expertise, commitment to patient safety, and high-quality care. At JanigaMDs, breast lift surgery is approached with careful planning, technical precision, and close attention to each patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Timothy Janiga leads every procedure with an emphasis on safety, balance, and results that look natural and harmonious with the body.
Dr. Janiga completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Michigan, a top medical program in the nation. With more than two decades of experience, he employs refined surgical techniques to address concerns such as breast position, excess skin, and nipple placement while prioritizing long-term support and symmetry. His philosophy centers on individualized treatment planning, meticulous execution, and attentive post-operative care to support both aesthetic outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Dr. Janiga’s commitment to exceptional results and patient care is reflected in numerous regional and national awards. He has received multiple “Top Plastic Surgeon” and “Best of Reno” awards, is named in the Top 5% of America’s Most Honored Professionals, and is recognized as a RealSelf Top Doctor. Dr. Janiga is also an elected member of exclusive organizations like the Aesthetic Society and the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, reflecting his leadership in the field and continuing use of the latest technologies and procedures.
JanigaMDs is the only plastic surgery practice in Northern Nevada led by both a board-certified plastic surgeon and a board-certified dermatologist. This collaborative model enhances overall care by supporting surgical results and skin health throughout the treatment process. Patients can feel confident in their choice to receive a breast lift when they choose JanigaMDs.
We evaluate patients for all types of breast lift/mastopexy in our Reno office. Dr. Timothy Janiga is a board-certified plastic surgeon who will thoroughly discuss which of the three options is best for you and provide a realistic expectation for your outcome. Schedule a consultation today for a breast lift in Reno, NV, at JanigaMDs Plastic Surgery & Cosmetic Center.
JanigaMDs is the only practice in Reno where patients can consult with both a board-certified dermatologist and a board-certified plastic surgeon in one visit.
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Founded in 2010, the team at JanigaMDs has been proven to provide the utmost care for all patients. With a 4.7 rating over almost 700 reviews, JanigaMDs is the premier aesthetic practice in Northern Nevada.
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