Bra Line Back Lift in Reston, VA

During a bra line back lift procedure, an incision is typically made across the back from one side to the other, usually where the bra line resides. Excess folds or bulges of skin will be trimmed away, and the remaining skin just above and below the bra line will be pulled tight and then sutured together. The amount of skin that will be removed will be discussed during the initial consultation. For extreme weight loss patients, as much as 8 – 10 inches of skin can be removed during upper back lift surgery for a tighter appearance. In patients who also have drooping breasts, the procedure can be combined with a breast lift or breast reduction for a single incision that goes all the way around the mid chest and tightens both the front and back of the body. 

A bra line back lift is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes about 1 – 2 hours to complete. After the procedure, you will wear compression garments to reduce swelling, promote proper healing, and protect the incision. Some discomfort and tightness will be present initially, but this often dissipates after a couple of weeks. Although optimal results will take some time, you will see a more toned, tighter, flatter back and fitted clothing can be worn with a newfound confidence. Since an upper back incision is made across the back, some amount of visible scarring is unavoidable. However, most upper back lift scars can be easily concealed underneath clothing and, in some cases, beneath swimsuits. The majority of bra line back lift scars fade significantly over months to years.