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Breast Lift (Mastopexy) in Queens

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

Typical cost in Queens

$7,000–$14,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Breast Lift surgeons in Queens

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

Umbareen Mahmood, MD in Queens

Umbareen Mahmood, MD

Queens

5.0 (445) · Google

Financing available

Umbareen Mahmood, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 5 stars across 445 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Marc Everett MD, FACS in Queens

Marc Everett MD, FACS

Queens

5.0 (319) · Google

Marc Everett MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 5 stars across 319 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Jerry W. Chang, MD, FACS in Queens

Jerry W. Chang, MD, FACS

Queens

4.9 (234) · Google

Financing available

Jerry W. Chang, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 234 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Jean-Paul Leva, FACS in Queens

Dr. Jean-Paul Leva, FACS

Queens

5.0 (230) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Jean-Paul Leva, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 5 stars across 230 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Anthony Taglienti

Queens

4.9 (182) · Google

Dr. Anthony Taglienti is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 4.9 stars across 182 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Mark G Albert, MD, FACS in Queens

Mark G Albert, MD, FACS

Queens

5.0 (165) · Google

Financing available

Mark G Albert, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 5 stars across 165 Google reviews, performing 25 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Edwin H. Moreano, MD in Queens

Dr. Edwin H. Moreano, MD

Queens

4.3 (450) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Edwin H. Moreano, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Queens, New York, rated 4.3 stars across 450 Google reviews, performing 12 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 Queens: the numbers

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

  • Together the 8 with Google reviews hold 2,251 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 8 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: New York (3), Elmhurst (1), Flushing (1), Forest Hills (1), Great Neck (1) and 1 other area.
  • 3 of 8 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Queens breast lift practices state about themselves

What 8 Queens 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.

  • 3 of 8 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Otolaryngology (1)
  • 3 of 8 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 8 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 1 of 8 mention virtual consultations
  • 1 of 8 mention financing
  • Languages practices say they speak: Mandarin (1), Spanish (1)

Techniques named for breast lift: Periareolar mastopexy, NOVA (No Vertical scar Areola) breast lift.

In their words

Umbareen Mahmood, MDMastopexy does not significantly change breast size unless performed in combination with breast augmentation or reduction.
Jerry W. Chang, MD, FACSThe ideal candidate for breast lift surgery is someone who is unhappy with the projection of their breasts, breast shape, and breast volume but is otherwise in good general health and does not smoke.
Dr. Jean-Paul Leva, FACSA mastopexy, or breast lift , removes stretched skin and re‑positions breast tissue and nipples to correct sagging (ptosis). Your Leva Medical surgeon tailors the lift pattern - vertical, anchor, or peri‑areolar - to match your degree of droop and keep scars discreet.
Mark G Albert, MD, FACSYour breast lift will be performed under general anesthesia at our NYC operating facility, so you will be asleep and remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
Aristocrat Plastic Surgery: Dr. Kevin Tehrani - Long IslandIf you're satisfied with the volume of your breasts but not the way they hang, a breast lift without implants may be the answer. However, if you desire fuller breasts, you might consider combining a breast lift with breast augmentation.
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Umbareen Mahmood, MDFor patients that only have slightly drooping nipple/areola and good breast tissue position, periareolar mastopexy may be a good option. This technique slightly raises the nipple and areola and reduces a large areola.
Dr. Jean-Paul Leva, FACSYes - mastopexy is an outpatient procedure.
Mark G Albert, MD, FACSA breast lift typically takes between two and three hours to complete.
Aristocrat Plastic Surgery: Dr. Kevin Tehrani - Long IslandA breast lift is recommended for women who are generally satisfied with the size of their breasts but feel that their breasts are sagging.
Marc Everett MD, FACSLooking to add natural-looking volume during a breast lift? AlloClae is a great option for patients who do not have enough of their own fat.
Dr. Edwin H. Moreano, MDA breast lift may last two to three hours.
FAQ

Breast Lift in Queens: common questions

How much does Breast Lift cost in Queens?

Breast Lift generally runs $7,000–$14,000 per procedure, and each Queens 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 Queens clinics for a personalized quote.

How long do Breast Lift results last?

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

How often should I get Breast Lift?

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

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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