Breast Augmentation with Lift in Dallas
Breast Augmentation With Lift
Breast Augmentation With Lift
It’s common for the breasts to lose both fullness and firmness with time. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, or aging can cause the breasts to sit lower on the chest and appear deflated. For women looking to restore volume and shape at the same time, a combined breast augmentation with lift offers a complete solution in a single surgery.
At Kelling Plastic Surgery, this procedure is performed by Dr. Joseph Kelling, a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his refined approach to proportion and detail. Every step—from implant selection to lift technique—is designed around your natural anatomy and personal goals.
Breast augmentation with lift (also known as augmentation mastopexy) is a procedure that combines two techniques: an implant to enhance volume and a lift to raise and reshape the breast tissue. This combination addresses both size and position in one operation.
Rather than simply increasing volume, this procedure also repositions the nipple, reshapes the breast mound, and removes excess skin for a more upright, proportional look.
Dr. Kelling frequently performs this procedure for women who have had children, lost weight, or simply want to reverse the natural effects of aging in a way that elevates and complements their silhouette.
Your surgery will take place in a fully accredited facility under general anesthesia. After reviewing your goals in consultation, Dr. Kelling will help determine the best implant type, size, and placement for you.
The lift component of the procedure removes stretched skin and repositions the breast tissue and nipple to a more youthful location. Depending on the degree of lift needed, the incision may be placed around the areola, vertically down to the breast fold, or in an anchor shape.
Though this surgery is more complex than augmentation alone, it is carefully designed to restore balance and create a smooth, refined result.
This combined approach is ideal for women who experience both a loss of volume and noticeable sagging (also called ptosis).
Common reasons patients choose this procedure include:
Breast augmentation with lift is beneficial when the nipple has fallen below the natural breast fold—a sign that a lift alone may not be enough.
Comprehensive Improvement
Enhances both size and shape in a single surgery.
More Youthful Breast Position
The lift repositions the breast tissue and nipple for an upright, refreshed contour.
Longer-Lasting Results
Combining procedures provides better long-term support and a more stable outcome.
Natural Proportions
Dr. Kelling tailors your results to match your frame—not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Improved Confidence
Many patients feel more at ease in clothing, swimwear, and intimate moments.
Efficient Recovery
One surgery and one healing period instead of separating the procedures.
You may be a good candidate if you’ve noticed both sagging and a loss of fullness in your breasts and want to address both with a single, carefully planned surgery.
Ideal candidates are healthy non-smokers with stable weight and realistic expectations. You should also be willing to follow post-op instructions closely to ensure a safe recovery.
This procedure may not be appropriate for patients who want only a lift or only volume, or for those with certain health concerns. Dr. Kelling will discuss all considerations during your personal consultation.
Most patients recover from a combined procedure in about 2 weeks, though full return to activity may take 4 to 6 weeks. Mild swelling, bruising, and tightness are expected early on.
To promote healing and support your new shape, you’ll be given specific instructions for positioning, wound care, and activity restrictions. A soft surgical bra may be recommended during this time.
Dr. Kelling and his team are available every step of the way to make sure you feel supported, informed, and confident as you heal.
Your breasts will look fuller and more lifted immediately after surgery, though swelling and shape settling will continue for several months.
Once healed, your results should look natural, symmetrical, and beautifully balanced with your body. Implants typically last 10 to 15 years or more, and the lifting effect is long-lasting—especially when you maintain a stable weight and good skin health.
Patients often share that they look better and feel more themselves again.
At Kelling Plastic Surgery, your care is led directly by Dr. Joseph Kelling, an experienced surgeon known for his refined aesthetic, technical skill, and patient-first approach. He takes the time to understand your concerns and develop a surgical plan that respects your goals, lifestyle, and body.
With honors like the Bridget Harrison Humanitarian Award and extensive training in cosmetic breast surgery, Dr. Kelling combines modern surgical technique with a deep respect for patient safety and individualized care.
When you choose Kelling Plastic Surgery, you’re choosing more than a procedure—you’re selecting a partnership built on trust, quality, and long-term results.
If your nipples sit below the breast crease or point downward, or if you have significant sagging, a lift may be recommended in addition to implants for the best result.
Dr. Kelling may use a periareolar (around the nipple), vertical (lollipop), or anchor incision depending on how much lift is needed. He’ll explain these clearly during your consultation.
Some scarring is part of any lift procedure, but the incisions are placed with care and tend to fade significantly over time. Scar care support is provided during recovery.
Yes, many women have slight differences in size or position between their breasts. Combining a lift with implants allows for adjustments in both volume and shape.
Both silicone and saline options are available. Dr. Kelling will help you choose the best implant type, size, and profile to match your desired outcome.
Most combined procedures take about 2.5 to 3.5 hours, depending on the complexity and individual anatomy.
Recovery is similar, though you may initially experience slightly more tightness or fatigue. Dr. Kelling provides clear instructions to make healing manageable and smooth.
Most patients resume light activity after 2 weeks, with full workouts (especially upper body) resuming after clearance at 4 to 6 weeks.
Absolutely. Dr. Kelling’s goal is always a natural, elegant result that fits your body—not something that looks obviously “done.”
While some women can still breastfeed, it depends on the technique used and your anatomy. This can be discussed in your consultation if breastfeeding is a future goal.
