Breast Lift in Portland
In Happy Valley, serving Portland, Clackamas and Milwaukie
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tina Jenq
A breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin, tightening the surrounding tissue and repositioning the nipples. Dr. Jenq performs every part of your surgery herself.
All-in estimate
~$8,900
Surgeon, surgery center and anesthesia in one number. Exact quote after your consultation.
Who performs it?
Dr. Jenq
performs your entire surgery herself
How soon can I be seen?
two weeks
typical wait for a consultation
How long is surgery?
About 3 hours
general anesthesia, same-day
Healing time?
About 2 weeks
light daily activities within a week
The surgery
What happens during a breast lift?
- Excess skin removed and the surrounding tissue tightened
- Breasts raised and reshaped to sit higher
- Nipples repositioned to match the new shape
- No drains: quilting sutures minimize fluid buildup
Is it right for you?
Who is a good candidate for a breast lift?
A breast lift is for breasts that sag from aging, pregnancy or weight changes. It’s the right choice if you want perkier breasts without adding size.
- Sagging breasts (ptosis) from aging, pregnancy or weight changes
- Nipples that point downward
- Uneven breasts
- A wide, flattened shape with extra skin reaching toward the armpit
Lift or implants?
A lift makes breasts perkier without adding size. Implants add size and fullness, and some patients combine a lift with implants in the same surgery. Breast augmentation
Techniques
Types of breast lift
Dr. Jenq chooses the technique based on how much your breasts sag and the shape you want.
Crescent lift
A minimal lift for mild sagging.
Peri-areolar (donut) lift
For moderate sagging and nipple repositioning.
Vertical (lollipop) lift
For moderate to severe sagging.
Anchor lift
For significant sagging, with a dramatic lift and reshaping.
Your journey
What is breast lift recovery like?
Healing usually takes about 2 weeks, and light daily activities can usually resume within a week. Results keep improving over several months.
1
Consultation
One-on-one with Dr. Jenq, usually within two weeks. $150.
2
Your plan and quote
A written, all-in quote for self-pay patients.
3
Surgery day
About 3 hours under general anesthesia, going home the same day. No drains. Dr. Jenq performs every step.
4
Recovery
Light daily activities within a week; most healing in about 2 weeks. Light hiking after 2 weeks; yoga and weights after 3 weeks.
Cost
How much does a breast lift cost in Portland?
Dr. Jenq’s all-in estimate for a breast lift is ~$8,900, including the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia and the surgery facility. The final price depends on the complexity, your anatomy and goals, and the surgical approach. You get an exact written quote after your consultation.
All-in estimate
Breast lift ~$8,900
Card, check, cash or CareCredit financing. Cosmetic surgery is self-pay. How we handle insurance
Questions
Breast lift FAQ
Answers from Dr. Jenq.
What is breast lift recovery like? When can I hike, do yoga or go to the gym?
You go home the same day. Light hiking is fine after 2 weeks. Wait 3 weeks before lifting weights or doing yoga.
Will I have drains?
No. Dr. Jenq doesn’t use surgical drains. She closes with quilting sutures, which minimize fluid buildup. How quilting sutures work
Do I need a lift or implants?
Choose a lift if you want perkier breasts without added size. Implants add size and fullness if you want them, and a lift can be combined with implants in the same surgery.
Can sagging come back?
Some sagging can return over time, depending on your skin, the weight of your breasts and bra support. A good supportive bra helps your results last longer.
How do I find the right bra after surgery?
Choose a well-fitting, supportive bra, and wait 8 weeks before a bra fitting. Nordstrom and The Pencil Test are good places to start.
How can I minimize scarring?
Silicone sheets and scar massage help. For tougher scars, laser treatment or injections can help.
Is a breast lift covered by insurance?
A breast lift is cosmetic, so it’s self-pay. How we handle insurance
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Meet Dr. Jenq in person
Text VISIT to 503-843-8739, call 503-400-6622, or request a consultation online. Parking & directions