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Breast Lift (Mastopexy) in Minneapolis

Surgery that raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple, without changing size the way implants do. Compare Minneapolis clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Minneapolis

$7,000–$14,000

per procedure · USD

A general range for Minneapolis, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Breast Lift surgeons in Minneapolis

Plastic surgeons in Minneapolis who list breast lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

Kayan Plastic Surgery - Dr. Tracy Kayan in Minneapolis

Kayan Plastic Surgery - Dr. Tracy Kayan

Minneapolis

4.9 (552) · Google

Kayan Plastic Surgery - Dr. Tracy Kayan is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.9 stars across 552 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Michael Philbin in Minneapolis

Dr. Michael Philbin

Minneapolis

5.0 (193) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Michael Philbin is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 5 stars across 193 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Nathan Leigh in Minneapolis

Dr. Nathan Leigh

Minneapolis

4.9 (187) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Nathan Leigh is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.9 stars across 187 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Robert Wilke in Minneapolis

Dr. Robert Wilke

Minneapolis

5.0 (153) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Robert Wilke is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 5 stars across 153 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Christine Stewart in Minneapolis

Dr. Christine Stewart

Minneapolis

5.0 (84) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Christine Stewart is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 5 stars across 84 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Woodbury Plastic Surgery, David Thao, MD in Minneapolis

Woodbury Plastic Surgery, David Thao, MD

Minneapolis

4.8 (523) · Google

Financing available

Woodbury Plastic Surgery, David Thao, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.8 stars across 523 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Edina Plastic Surgery in Minneapolis

Edina Plastic Surgery

Minneapolis

4.8 (359) · Google

Financing available

Edina Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.8 stars across 359 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Rocheford Plastic Surgery in Minneapolis

Rocheford Plastic Surgery

Minneapolis

4.7 (204) · Google

Financing available

Rocheford Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rated 4.7 stars across 204 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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About Breast Lift

Surgery that raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple, without changing size the way implants do.

Sessions

One procedure, results last years but gravity and aging continue

Downtime

1 to 2 weeks off work, 6 weeks before full exercise

Good candidate

People whose breasts have descended after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss, and who are happy with their volume but not their position

  • Raises the breast and repositions the nipple to a natural height
  • Removes stretched skin that a bra only temporarily conceals
  • Can be combined with implants when volume loss is also a concern
  • Improves symmetry between sides
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At a glance

Breast Lift in Minneapolis: the numbers

15 plastic surgery practices in the Minneapolis area list breast lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 15 with Google reviews hold 2,941 reviews at an average rating of 4.7; 10 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Edina (6), Minneapolis (4), Plymouth (2), Woodbury (2), Minnetonka (1).
From their own websites

What Minneapolis breast lift practices state about themselves

What 14 Minneapolis practices that list breast lift say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 10 of 14 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (4)
  • 3 of 14 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 3 of 14 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 1 of 14 mention virtual consultations
  • 3 of 14 state a free consultation
  • 3 of 14 mention financing, naming Prosper Healthcare Lending (1)
  • 3 of 14 show before-and-after photos on their site

In their words

Dr. Michael PhilbinThe anchor lift is the most common breast lift variation because it allows for significant reshaping of the breast tissue. With this technique, three incisions are made.
Dr. Nathan LeighThe anchor lift is the most common breast lift variation because it allows for significant reshaping of the breast tissue. With this technique, three incisions are made.
Dr. Robert WilkeThe anchor lift is the most common breast lift variation because it allows for significant reshaping of the breast tissue. With this technique, three incisions are made.
Dr. Christine StewartThe anchor lift is the most common breast lift variation because it allows for significant reshaping of the breast tissue. With this technique, three incisions are made.
Edina Plastic SurgeryThe anchor lift is the most common breast lift variation because it allows for significant reshaping of the breast tissue. With this technique, three incisions are made.
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Rocheford Plastic SurgeryIn some cases, breast augmentation is combined with a breast lift for optimal enhancement.Breast lift surgery is an outpatient procedure done under general anesthesia and takes between one and three hours to complete.
Harrington + Associates Plastic SurgeryMost women with anywhere from mild to severe breast sagging can be excellent candidates for a breast lift.A breast lift repositions and reshapes sagging breast tissue, restoring a perkier, more youthful contour without changing breast size.
Gryskiewicz Twin Cities Cosmetic SurgeryMastopexy can also be combined with a breast augmentation in a procedure called a breast lift with implants for women with moderate to severe breast sag who desire volume enhancement and breast rejuvenation simultaneously.Thanks to a breast lift’s ability to reinstate support for drooping or sagging breast tissue, the procedure is frequently incorporated into a Mommy Makeover for patients interested in regaining their pre-baby breast contours.
Kayan Plastic Surgery - Dr. Tracy KayanA breast lift also includes decreasing the size of the areola, which is the pigmented portion around the nipple.An ideal breast lift (aka mastopexy) patient is someone who is happy with their breast size but just has some extra skin that is causing the breasts to sit lower than they would ideally like.
Woodbury Plastic Surgery, David Thao, MDIf your breasts are small or have lost volume, as they sometimes do following pregnancy - you may choose Breast Augmentation in conjunction with your breast lift that will increase their firmness and their size.
Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACSHowever, more extensive breast tissue laxity is typically addressed more effectively with breast lift surgery.Mastopexy can also be combined with a breast augmentation in a procedure called a breast lift with implants for women with moderate to severe breast sag who desire volume enhancement and breast rejuvenation simultaneously.
Minneapolis Plastic SurgeryIn some cases of implants above the muscles and below the breast, full breast lift may not be recommended due to inadequate circulation to the nipple and breast tissue.Most women have some degree of breast asymmetry naturally, and absolute symmetry is both unrealistic and impossible after breast lift surgery.
FAQ

Breast Lift in Minneapolis: common questions

How much does Breast Lift cost in Minneapolis?

Breast Lift generally runs $7,000–$14,000 per procedure, and each Minneapolis clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Minneapolis clinics for a personalized quote.

How often should I get Breast Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Minneapolis providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

How long do Breast Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Minneapolis providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Breast Lift series.

Do I need a lift, implants, or both?

The simplest test is where your nipple sits relative to the fold beneath your breast. If it sits at or below that fold, a lift is what repositions it, and implants alone will not fix that. If your breasts sit high enough but have lost fullness at the top, implants restore that volume. Many patients want both, which is a combined augmentation with mastopexy, a longer operation with a slightly higher revision rate but a single recovery.

What are the scars like?

Scars depend on how much lifting is needed. A minor lift may need only a scar around the areola. Moderate lifting adds a vertical line from the areola to the fold, called a lollipop. Significant lifting adds a horizontal scar along the fold, called an anchor. Scars are permanent, red for several months, and typically fade to pale lines over one to two years. Any surgeon offering a significant lift with no scars is describing something else.

How long does a lift last?

Most patients hold results for ten years or more, but skin continues aging and gravity does not stop. Weight fluctuation and subsequent pregnancy are the two things that most reliably undo a lift, which is why surgeons generally advise finishing childbearing first. Wearing good support and maintaining stable weight extends the result meaningfully.

Will I be able to breastfeed afterward?

Many patients can, though a lift carries somewhat more risk to milk ducts and nipple sensation than augmentation does, because the nipple is repositioned. If future breastfeeding matters to you, say so clearly at consultation, since technique choices can preserve more of the ductal system. And if you plan to have children soon, waiting is generally the better decision anyway.

Is it covered by insurance?

Almost never as a cosmetic lift. Breast reduction, which removes tissue as well as lifting, is sometimes covered when documented neck, back, or shoulder symptoms meet a carrier's criteria. If you have both sagging and significant volume causing physical symptoms, ask the surgeon's office to explore reduction coverage rather than assuming the whole thing is out of pocket.

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