Plastic Surgeon Ary Krau 30+ years. Board-certified surgeon. Florida license ME62760.
Breast Lift in Miami From $5,000
Mastopexy for sagging breasts after pregnancy, weight change, or aging. Clear quotes after consultation.
What it is: a breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning breast tissue and the nipple-areola complex. It does not primarily add volume; implants can be combined when more fullness is desired.
Good candidates: adults with breast ptosis from pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight change (including after GLP-1 medications when weight is stable), or aging; healthy enough for elective surgery; realistic about scars.
Who performs it: experienced plastic surgeons at CG Cosmetic Surgery in Miami.
Where / anesthesia: elective surgery in our mature Miami facility with anesthesia planned by our clinical team.
Recovery (typical): many patients return to lighter routines in about 1-2 weeks; avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for about 4-6 weeks, per surgeon instructions.
Key risks to discuss: scarring, changes in nipple sensation, asymmetry, healing delays, infection, and anesthesia risks. Satisfaction depends on realistic goals.
Price: packages often start around $5,000. Combining a lift with implants or other procedures changes the total. Ask for a written quote.
Content reviewed for patient education · Updated October 2026. Individual plans and candidacy are determined in consultation. Results vary.
A breast lift in Miami at CG Cosmetic is designed to improve breast position and shape when skin laxity and descent are the main concerns. Your surgeon selects an incision pattern (such as donut, lollipop, or anchor) based on how much lift you need, and discusses whether implants belong in the same plan. If more volume is your main goal, breast augmentation may be a better starting point, and some patients combine both.
Request a complimentary consultation for candidacy, scar placement, recovery planning, and a written quote. Results vary.
Not Ready To Book Your FREE Consultation? We understand.
BREAST LIFT WITH BREAST IMPLANTS?
Can Breast Augmentation Be Combined With a Lift? Yes. Breast augmentation can be performed with a breast lift and many women choose to have these two procedures performed together.
Ideal Candidates for Breast Lift
Good candidates often include women with breast sagging after pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight change, or aging who want a higher, firmer contour. A lift reshapes and repositions; it is not mainly a volume procedure. Many patients combine a lift with implants when they also want more fullness.
If you are unsure whether a lift, implants, or both fit your goals, schedule a consultation to review options, benefits, and risks.
Risks to Discuss
All surgery carries risk. Topics to review with your surgeon include scarring, changes in nipple or breast sensation, asymmetry, delayed healing, infection, and anesthesia risks. Results depend on anatomy, healing, and realistic expectations.
Breast Lift Types
Incision patterns are matched to the degree of sagging. Common approaches include donut (periareolar), crescent, vertical/lollipop, and inverted-T/anchor lifts. Combining breast augmentation in Miami with a lift can add volume while improving position when both goals matter. Your surgeon recommends a pattern after examining your breasts and skin quality.
Peri-Areolar Lift
Often called a donut lift, this type of breast lift is ideal for someone who has minimal sagging. This procedure uses an incision that goes around the outside of your areola. The breast is then lifted and adjusted for a beautiful shape. Many people choose to pair a breast augmentation with the donut lift. The areola is often adjusted in size during the procedure as well. That way, you do not have to worry about a stretched areola on a perky breast.
Crescent Lift
The crescent lift is another breast lift that is often paired with breast implants. This procedure is ideal for those who have a minimal amount of sagging. The incision will be placed along the top half of the areola. A crescent lift is not common, but it can be done based on the needs of the patient and the preferences of the surgeon.
Inverted T Lift
The inverted T lift is often referred to as the anchor lift. The procedure is performed on those who have a considerable amount of sagging and a large amount of excess skin. During surgery, the surgeon will remove the skin and fat to provide you with a beautiful breast lift.
The incisions in this procedure are different than the first two types of lifts. There will be three incisions made on the breast. One will go along the edge of the areola, one will go along the crease underneath the breast, and the other will go from the bottom of the areola to the crease on the underside of the breast.
The incisions will fade over time if you properly care for them and when you wear a bra or bikini top, they cannot be seen.
Vertical Lift
The vertical lift or lollipop lift is used often in cosmetic surgery offices. During the procedure, the surgeon is able to remove the excess skin that is on the breast that causes sagging. Once the skin is removed, the breast can be reshaped and contoured on the body.
The incisions are not as intense as the inverted T lift. Two incisions will be made including one that runs from the bottom of the areola to the crease under the breast and one around the edge of the areola.
The Krau Method: Dr. Ary Krau’s Breast Lift Technique
The “Krau Method” is the name for the breast lift technique used by Dr. Ary Krau. In his own description, it is a vertical mammaplasty he modified from the LeJour technique. The incision goes around the areola and straight down, with no long horizontal scar under the breast, and the breast’s internal (fascial) framework helps support the lifted shape. Dr. Krau describes the aim as less scarring and a better breast shape.
It matters most when a lift is combined with implants. Because the technique can reduce breast size slightly, implants may be added to keep or increase size. Whether a lift, implants, or both make sense depends on your anatomy, and your surgeon will review the options, scars, and risks with you. Individual results vary, and candidacy is decided at your consultation.
Real Patients. Real Breast Lift Results.
There's only so much a website can tell you. These are real CG Cosmetic patients sharing their breast lift (mastopexy) experience in their own words.
20418
Breast Lift (Mastopexy) in Miami, Real Patient Story
Real story from a patient who underwent Breast Lift (Mastopexy) with Dr. Jacob Freiman at CG Cosmetic, covering expec...
5514
A Look at Her Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Transformation
Patient shares the outcome of her Breast Lift (Mastopexy) with Dr. Robert Hunsaker at CG Cosmetic, highlighting her o...
13016
Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Testimonial from a Miami Patien
CG Cosmetic patient describes her Breast Lift (Mastopexy) with Dr. Ary Krau, from initial expectations to real results.
12003
Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Journey, CG Cosmetic Patient
An overview of a patient's Breast Lift (Mastopexy) performed by Dr. Jacob Freiman at CG Cosmetic, with natural result...
327
What Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Really Looks Like, Patient
A complete testimonial about Breast Lift (Mastopexy) at CG Cosmetic, including results and personal experience.
361
Patient Shares Her Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Results
A complete testimonial about Breast Lift (Mastopexy) with Dr. Ary Krau at CG Cosmetic, including results and personal...
Every patient's journey is different. Request a complimentary consultation to talk through lift type, scars, and whether implants belong in your plan.
Check Out Our Before and After Breast Lift Pics
Content Warning
This page contains sensitive images. You must be 18 or older to view.
Want to see how awesome our Breast Lift results are? Check out our before and after gallery.
Breast Lift Cost in Miami
Breast lift pricing varies with incision pattern, operating time, and whether augmentation is combined. At CG Cosmetic, breast lift packages often start around $5,000. Your free consultation is the best way to get an accurate written estimate covering surgeon, facility, and anesthesia. See our financing page for lender options (subject to credit approval).
Breast Lift Recovery Timeline
Typical educational ranges (your surgeon personalizes this):
- First few days: rest, support bra as directed, medication for comfort
- About 1-2 weeks: many patients return to lighter daily routines when cleared
- About 4-6 weeks: progressive return to exercise after clearance; avoid heavy lifting until approved
- Months: scars and swelling continue to mature; final shape settles over time
Breast Lift Questions
How much does a breast lift cost in Miami?
Breast lift packages at CG Cosmetic often start around $5,000. Combining a lift with implants or other procedures changes the total. You receive a written quote after consultation.
Does a breast lift add volume?
A breast lift primarily raises and reshapes existing tissue. It does not mainly add volume. Implants can be combined when more fullness is desired.
Can a breast lift be combined with implants?
Yes. Many patients combine a lift with breast augmentation when they want both improved position and added volume. Your surgeon confirms the plan in consultation.
How long is breast lift recovery?
Many patients return to lighter routines in about 1-2 weeks and avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for about 4-6 weeks, per surgeon instructions. Scars and swelling continue to mature over months.
Will I have scars after a breast lift?
Yes. Incision patterns such as donut, lollipop, or anchor depend on how much lift is needed. Scars typically fade over months.
Schedule Your Breast Lift Consultation
Request a complimentary consultation. You will leave with a clearer sense of lift type, whether implants make sense, recovery, and cost for your anatomy. Results vary.
Your breast lift surgeons
Breast lift surgery at CG Cosmetic is performed by Dr. Ary Krau, Dr. Andrew Lofman, Dr. Moises Salama and Dr. Decio Carvalho. Each card shows the surgeon’s experience, credentials and Florida license. Open a card to read the full profile.
Plastic Surgeon Andrew Lofman 20+ years. Board-certified surgeon. Florida license ME168028.
Plastic Surgeon Moises Salama Board-certified surgeon. Florida license ME102672.
Plastic Surgeon Decio Carvalho 20+ years. Plastic Surgeon SBCP Brazilian. Florida license ME112789.
Our Anesthesia & Nursing Team
Your Safety. Your Comfort. Our Priority. At CG Cosmetic Surgery, patient safety and comfort are at the heart of everything we do. That's why we are proud to introduce you to the highly skilled medical professionals who play a crucial role in every procedure: our Anesthesia and Nursing team.
APRN, FNP-C Enrique Perna Advanced practice nurse supporting patients before and after surgery. Focused on safety, education, and a comfortable recovery.
DNP, CRNA Elise Morales Board-certified nurse anesthetist delivering safe, monitored anesthesia for every procedure. Committed to comfort and vigilance throughout surgery.
APRN Yanet Cordova Skilled APRN supporting surgical patients with careful, personalized nursing care. Focused on safety and a smooth recovery experience.
CRNA Tekeema Grady Certified registered nurse anesthetist ensuring precise anesthesia management in the OR. Dedicated to patient safety and professional, calming care.
CRNA Lou LaBarbera Experienced CRNA providing careful anesthesia monitoring throughout every procedure. Works closely with surgeons to keep patients safe and comfortable.
CRNA Alex Olivera Certified nurse anesthetist focused on safe sedation and pain control during surgery. Brings steady expertise to each case in our accredited center.
Breast Lift: before and after photos
41 CG Cosmetic patients who agreed to share their results. Results vary from patient to patient.
See Breast Lift before and after photosWhy patients choose CG Cosmetic Surgery
- Since 1999. We opened in Miami as Coral Gables Cosmetic Center and have cared for South Florida patients for more than 25 years.
- More than 10,000 Google reviews. Our patients rate us 4.5 out of 5. Read our Google reviews.
- Our own surgical facility. Surgery takes place in our facility at 2601 SW 37th Ave, accredited by the State of Florida, with our own anesthesia and nursing team.
- A written quote. After your consultation you get a written quote that lists what is included. Ask any clinic the same question before you compare prices.
- No recovery houses. CG Cosmetic Surgery is not affiliated with recovery houses and does not recommend them.
- Free consultation, financing, and care in English and Spanish.