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Breast Lift (Mastopexy) in San Antonio

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

Typical cost in San Antonio

$7,000–$14,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Breast Lift surgeons in San Antonio

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

Baumholtz Plastic Surgery in San Antonio

Baumholtz Plastic Surgery

San Antonio

4.9 (358) · Google

Financing available

Baumholtz Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 4.9 stars across 358 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MD in San Antonio

Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MD

San Antonio

5.0 (226) · Google

Financing available

Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MD is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 5 stars across 226 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Eric S. Schaffer, MD FACS in San Antonio

Eric S. Schaffer, MD FACS

San Antonio

4.9 (185) · Google

Financing available

Eric S. Schaffer, MD FACS is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 4.9 stars across 185 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

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Jessica Belz, MD in San Antonio

Jessica Belz, MD

San Antonio

4.9 (89) · Google

Jessica Belz, MD is a plastic surgery practice in San Antonio, Texas, rated 4.9 stars across 89 Google reviews, performing 8 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 San Antonio: the numbers

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

  • Together the 17 with Google reviews hold 4,534 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 13 have 100 or more.
From their own websites

What San Antonio breast lift practices state about themselves

What 17 San Antonio 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.

  • 8 of 17 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (2), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1)
  • 4 of 17 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 17 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 2 of 17 mention virtual consultations
  • 1 of 17 state a free consultation
  • 2 of 17 mention financing, naming Cherry (2)
  • Languages practices say they speak: Spanish (2), German (1)
  • 3 of 17 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for breast lift: Small-incision (donut) mastopexy.

In their words

Baumholtz Plastic SurgeryWhen a breast lift is combined with silicone implants, the procedure is referred to as augmentation mastopexy. This approach addresses both breast sagging and volume loss in a single surgery.
Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MDA breast lift is typically an outpatient procedure performed under general anesthesia, taking 1.5 to 3.5 hours depending on your goals.
San Antonio Plastic Surgery Institute - Decherd & IsaksonBreast augmentation may be performed on its own or combined with a breast lift to improve breast position and shape when sagging is also a concern.
Ablavsky Plastic Surgery: Dr. Michael AblavskyThis is the traditional breast lift technique, which adds a horizontal incision along the breast crease to the incisions made for a lollipop lift.
Eric S. Schaffer, MD FACSThe ideal candidate for a breast lift has breasts that are the size they desire but have begun to sag or droop downwards.
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Ayala Plastic Surgery - John Ayala, MDA breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes sagging breast tissue without changing breast volume - ideal for patients whose main concern is position and shape rather than size.
San Antonio Plastic Surgery Institute - Decherd & IsaksonA breast lift is performed to correct the shape of your breasts and the position of the areola, but it does not directly affect the volume of your breasts.
Ablavsky Plastic Surgery: Dr. Michael AblavskyCombining breast augmentation with a lift can be the right procedure for patients with sagging, deflated breasts. Dr. Ablavsky thoroughly discusses your breast implant options and whether you are a good candidate for a combined breast lift with augmentation
Jose Barrera, MD Facial Plastic SurgeonWhen you undergo a breast lift, you will be resting under general anesthesia to ensure you do not feel any pain during the surgery.
Elite Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery/Elite Medical SpaDepending on the patient’s preference, a mastopexy may be combined with breast augmentation surgery to increase the fullness of the breasts.A mastopexy is usually an outpatient procedure, so please arrange to have someone pick you up and drive you home after your procedure
PRMA Plastic Surgery | Center For Advanced Breast ReconstructionA breast lift (mastopexy) is often sought when a woman desires to restore youthful shape and lift to her breasts. This procedure removes excess skin, tightens surrounding tissue, and repositions the nipples to create a naturally elevated contour.Procedure: Bilateral breast augmentation with silicone breast implants and mastopexy (breast lift) through a periareolar incision
Alamo Plastic Surgery - Dr. William Albright, MDIn a mommy makeover, the breast lift is often performed to correct the changes that occur in the breasts after breastfeeding, which may involve sagging or volume loss.Women who desire both lifting of sagging breasts and more breast fullness particularly at the top of the breasts, may be most interested in a breast augmentation with a breast lift at the same time, also known as an augmentation mastopexy.
Jessica Belz, MDA breast lift , or mastopexy , is a procedure performed to restore the youthful appearance and contour to your breasts . It may be performed in conjunction with breast augmentation to achieve a fuller and uplifted appearance and to replace lost volume.Also called a small-incision mastopexy, a donut-shaped incision is made around the areola. This method creates minimal visible scarring but is only appropriate for women with minimal sagging who don’t need much excess skin removed.
Austin Plastic Surgeon - San AntonioIf you are planning to have children soon, we advise that you wait until afterward to have a breast lift.Long-lasting results: A breast lift offers long-term outcomes, as tissue is permanently removed.
San Antonio Cosmetic Surgery: Delio Ortegon MD, FACSDuring your Breast Lift San Antonio plastic surgeon, Dr. Ortegon removes excess skin, repositions the nipple and areola to a higher location, and tightens the breast tissue for improved shape and firmness.Your breast lift procedure can take around 2-3 hours .
FAQ

Breast Lift in San Antonio: common questions

How much does Breast Lift cost in San Antonio?

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

How often should I get Breast Lift?

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

Can I wear makeup after Breast Lift?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

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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