Breast lift
For a firm, youthful bust

Sagging or drooping breasts are not solely a matter of age. Pregnancy and breastfeeding, significant weight loss, hormonal changes, or implant removal—there are many reasons why breasts lose their former shape. What many women don’t know is that neither exercise nor targeted exercises can reverse these changes. A breast lift—medically known as mastopexy—is the only permanent method for sustainably improving the shape of the breasts.

I am Dr. Juliane Bodo, a board-certified specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery in Berlin-Charlottenburg. Breast lifts are one of my areas of expertise—and among the most complex procedures in plastic surgery. Many surgeons deliberately avoid this procedure because it requires a high degree of experience and technical precision. I am one of the few experts in Berlin who performs a breast lift with implants in a single step.

What is the goal of a breast lift?

• Tightening the tissue for a more youthful, natural breast shape
• Lifting the nipple to a harmonious position
• Restoring Volume and Shape—Optionally with an Implant
• Long-term, stable results through proven surgical techniques
• A Harmonious Overall Look for Greater Self-Confidence

Breast Lift with or without Implants—Which Method Is Right for You?

The choice of method depends on your individual circumstances and preferences. During the consultation, we’ll work together to determine which option is right for you.

Breast Lift Without Implants

Ideal when the breasts need to be tightened and lifted, but the existing volume is sufficient. In this procedure, excess skin is removed, the glandular tissue is reshaped, and the breasts are repositioned higher—secured in place by what is known as an „internal bra.“ The result: a firm, natural-looking breast without any foreign objects.

Breast Lift with Implants

This is a good option if you want additional volume or a more pronounced cleavage—especially after pregnancy or significant weight loss. The surgical technique is the same as for a lift without implants, but is supplemented with a custom-selected silicone implant. I am one of the few surgeons who can combine both procedures into a single operation—which reduces anesthesia time, recovery time, and costs.

Combination with Breast Reduction

For patients who not only have sagging breasts but also breasts that are too large, I combine a breast lift with a breast reduction. Both procedures are performed during a single surgery.

How is a breast lift performed?

The surgery takes about 2–3 hours and is performed under general anesthesia. We recommend that you stay overnight at my clinic—our team will provide round-the-clock care.

Cutting Techniques – Which One Is Right for You?

Depending on the extent of the sagging, we will work with you to choose the appropriate surgical technique:

• Periareolar incision (donut technique): A ring-shaped incision around the areola—suitable for minor breast lifts with little excess skin. The scar is discreetly located along the edge of the areola.
• Lejour technique (lollipop incision): An incision around the areola and vertically down to the inframammary fold—proven effective for moderate to extensive breast lifts, without a horizontal scar in the breast fold.
• Anchor incision: In cases of very large breasts or significant sagging, a horizontal incision is also made in the inframammary fold. This technique allows for the greatest degree of lifting and reshaping.

Regardless of the surgical technique chosen, the following principles apply to every breast lift performed at my clinic:

• Nipple Relocation: The nipple, along with its nerves and blood vessels, is gently repositioned to its new, anatomically correct location—sensitivity and the ability to breastfeed are preserved as much as possible.
• Ultra-fine intradermal suturing technique: The wound is closed with very fine sutures placed beneath the skin. This technique minimizes scarring and ensures that the scars fade significantly over time.

With all techniques, the nipple—including its nerves and blood vessels—is gently repositioned. A special intradermal suturing technique minimizes scarring—for most patients, the scars fade significantly over time.

The „inner bra“

A unique feature of my surgical technique: The glandular tissue is secured to the muscle fascia using a special technique and stabilized for the long term. This prevents the breast from sagging again and ensures a lasting, natural-looking result.

GalaFLEX Mesh – When Extra Stability Is Needed

For larger implants or weaker native tissue, I use a GalaFLEX mesh made of poly-4-hydroxybutyrate (P4HB) upon request. This biodegradable mesh provides structural support to the tissue during the first 12–18 months and is gradually replaced by the body’s own collagen—for better long-term results.