Augmentation mastopexy — combined breast augmentation and lift — in Cheshire by Mr Reza Nassab FRCS Plast, Consultant Plastic Surgeon on the GMC Specialist Register. Restores volume and corrects breast drooping in a single operation. Performed at The Wilmslow Hospital, central Cheshire. Consultations at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford, WA16 6DX.
Augmentation mastopexy — also called a breast augmentation lift — is a combined surgical procedure that simultaneously places a breast implant to restore volume and performs a mastopexy (breast lift) to correct drooping, reshape the breast, and reposition the nipple to a higher, more youthful position. It is one of the most requested and technically demanding procedures in breast surgery — and for the right patient, delivers a transformation that neither augmentation nor lift alone could achieve.
The procedure addresses a common combination of concerns: breasts that have deflated and drooped following pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. An implant alone cannot correct the drooping; a lift alone cannot restore lost volume. Augmentation mastopexy in Cheshire solves both problems in a single operation under the care of Mr Reza Nassab FRCS Plast — Consultant Plastic Surgeon, GMC Specialist Register, BAAPS and BAPRAS member.
Surgery is performed at The Wilmslow Hospital, a boutique private surgical facility in central Cheshire, with consultations at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford, WA16 6DX. With over 275 five-star patient reviews, Mr Nassab is one of the most trusted names in breast surgery across Manchester, Cheshire, and the wider North West.
Augmentation mastopexy is widely regarded as one of the most technically complex procedures in aesthetic breast surgery. It requires the simultaneous management of two competing forces — the outward stretch of an implant and the inward tightening of a mastopexy skin closure — while preserving nipple blood supply, optimising scar placement, and achieving a natural, proportionate, and durable result. This demands a level of surgical skill and experience that only an FRCS (Plast) specialist can reliably provide.
Mr Nassab is a member of BAAPS and BAPRAS — the two most respected professional bodies in UK plastic surgery. He has performed augmentation mastopexy for patients across Manchester, Cheshire, and the wider North West, and is known for his honest assessment of whether a single-stage or two-stage approach is safest and most appropriate for each individual patient.
Every augmentation mastopexy in Cheshire is planned in full detail at consultation — implant selection, mastopexy technique, scar design, and staging decision — based entirely on your anatomy, skin quality, degree of ptosis, and desired outcome. There is no one-size-fits-all approach.
FRCS (Plast) — Specialist Register
Mr Nassab holds the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Plastic Surgery and is listed on the GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery. Augmentation mastopexy is one of the most technically demanding procedures in breast surgery. Choosing an FRCS (Plast) surgeon — the highest qualification available in the UK — is essential for achieving a safe, durable, and aesthetically excellent result.
Honest Single vs Two-Stage Assessment
Not every patient is a suitable candidate for single-stage augmentation mastopexy. Mr Nassab takes a measured, safety-first approach to staging decisions. Where the degree of ptosis, skin quality, or desired implant volume makes a single-stage procedure higher risk, he will recommend a two-stage approach — a lift first, followed by augmentation — to achieve the safest and most predictable outcome.
275+ Five-Star Reviews
Over 275 verified five-star patient reviews reflect Mr Nassab's commitment to natural, lasting results and outstanding patient care. Augmentation mastopexy patients consistently highlight the symmetry and naturalness of his results, the thoroughness of his pre-operative planning, and the quality of the aftercare provided by his team at CLNQ and The Wilmslow Hospital.
Premium Implants — Motiva Preservé
Mr Nassab uses premium CE-marked breast implants — including Motiva Preservé — selected individually for each patient based on chest dimensions, tissue characteristics, and the requirements of the mastopexy component. Implant selection for augmentation mastopexy requires particular care: overly large implants place excessive tension on the mastopexy closure and increase the risk of recurrent ptosis over time.
Ideal Candidates for a Breast Augmentation Lift in Cheshire
Augmentation mastopexy is most suitable for patients who have both breast ptosis (drooping) and a loss of or insufficiency in breast volume that they wish to correct simultaneously. The most common presentation is post-pregnancy deflation and drooping — but it also occurs following significant weight loss, or simply as a result of ageing and loss of skin elasticity. Suitable candidates typically experience:
Ptosis is graded by the position of the nipple relative to the inframammary fold (breast crease). In mild ptosis, the nipple sits at or just below the crease. In moderate ptosis, the nipple is below the crease but still points forward. In severe ptosis, the nipple points downward. A mastopexy alone corrects the drooping; an implant alone does not. Augmentation mastopexy addresses ptosis of any grade when combined with a volume increase.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding frequently cause significant breast deflation — patients describe their breasts as looking "empty," "flat," or "like empty sacks." The skin envelope has stretched but the breast tissue has reduced in volume. A breast lift alone cannot restore the lost fullness — it can only tighten the existing envelope. Augmentation mastopexy restores the lost volume with an implant while simultaneously reshaping and lifting the deflated breast to a more youthful position.
Significant weight loss frequently causes the breasts to deflate and droop simultaneously. The skin envelope loses elasticity, the breast tissue reduces in volume, and ptosis develops. Augmentation mastopexy can be an appropriate option for post-weight-loss patients who have reached a stable target weight, though Mr Nassab will carefully assess skin quality and tissue characteristics at consultation.
The best candidates for augmentation mastopexy in Cheshire are in good general health, at a stable weight, non-smoking (or willing to stop prior to surgery), and have completed their family. Future pregnancies are likely to affect the result — both by deflating and stretching the breast again, and by potentially causing recurrent ptosis. Mr Nassab will discuss timing, staging, and suitability in full at your consultation.
The most important decision in augmentation mastopexy is whether to perform the combined procedure in a single operation or in two separate stages. A single-stage procedure is appropriate for patients with mild to moderate ptosis, good skin quality, and a modest implant volume requirement — where the competing tensions of implant and mastopexy closure can be safely balanced. A two-stage approach — mastopexy first, augmentation 3–6 months later once the tissues have healed — is recommended where ptosis is more severe, skin quality is poor, or where the desired implant volume would create excessive tension on the closure. Mr Nassab will assess which approach is most appropriate at your consultation.
The mastopexy component is selected based on the degree of ptosis. A periareolar (Benelli) lift — scar around the areola only — is suitable for minimal ptosis and minor skin excess. A vertical (lollipop) mastopexy — scar around the areola and vertically to the breast crease — is the most commonly used technique for moderate ptosis and is Mr Nassab's preferred approach where anatomy allows. A Wise pattern (anchor) mastopexy — adding a horizontal scar along the breast crease — is used for more significant ptosis requiring greater skin removal and reshaping.
The implant is typically placed in a dual-plane or sub-muscular position, which provides additional tissue coverage over the implant and reduces the risk of visible implant edges or rippling — particularly important when the breast tissue is thin following deflation. Implant volume is carefully calibrated: overly large implants create excessive tension on the mastopexy closure, increasing complication risk and the likelihood of recurrent drooping over time. Mr Nassab uses premium Motiva Preservé and CE-marked implants, selected to achieve a natural, proportionate result.
The nipple-areola complex is repositioned to a higher, more central position on the breast mound as part of the mastopexy component. The areola may also be reduced in size where it has stretched. Nipple blood supply and, in most cases, sensation are preserved through careful pedicle design. The specific technique used to preserve the nipple pedicle is discussed at your consultation.
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Single-Stage Augmentation Mastopexy
Combined implant placement and breast lift in a single operation. Suitable for patients with mild to moderate ptosis and moderate volume requirements. Includes implant cost, mastopexy, nipple repositioning, and all aftercare.
Two-Stage Option
Mastopexy + Augmentation (Staged)
Where a single-stage procedure is not the safest option for your anatomy, Mr Nassab will recommend a staged approach — mastopexy first, augmentation 3–6 months later. Pricing for each stage is provided at consultation.
All prices are all-inclusive — covering surgeon's fee, implant cost, anaesthetic, hospital stay at The Wilmslow Hospital, supportive bra, and all follow-up appointments. No hidden costs. Finance is available for eligible patients.
Augmentation Mastopexy Reviews — Mr Reza Nassab
"After having two children my breasts had completely changed — they were deflated and drooping and I felt completely unlike myself. Mr Nassab was incredibly thorough at consultation, explained the procedure and what to expect in detail, and the results are beyond what I had imagined. I finally feel confident again."
"I was nervous about having such a complex procedure but Mr Nassab made the whole process completely manageable. He was honest about what was achievable in a single stage for my anatomy, the surgery went perfectly, and the results are absolutely beautiful. I can't recommend him highly enough."
"Mr Nassab was the third surgeon I had consulted. He was the only one who took the time to explain all of my options honestly — including that for my degree of droop a two-stage approach was safer. I'm so glad I listened. The results of both stages are incredible. The care from his team was exceptional throughout."
"I had my augmentation mastopexy as part of a mummy makeover with Mr Nassab — tummy tuck as well. The experience from consultation through to recovery was exceptional. I am absolutely thrilled with the results. The scars are so well placed and already fading beautifully. I feel completely transformed."
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Augmentation mastopexy — also known as a breast augmentation lift — is a combined surgical procedure that simultaneously places a breast implant to restore or increase volume and performs a mastopexy (breast lift) to correct drooping (ptosis), reshape the breast, and reposition the nipple-areola complex to a higher, more youthful position. It addresses both the loss of volume and the loss of breast position that often occur together following pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss — delivering a result that neither procedure alone could achieve.
Yes. Mr Reza Nassab performs augmentation mastopexy as a single-stage combined operation for appropriately selected patients. A single-stage procedure is possible when the degree of ptosis is mild to moderate and the desired implant volume is not excessively large, allowing the implant to be placed safely without excessive tension on the mastopexy closure. In cases of more severe ptosis or where significant implant volume is desired, a two-stage approach — lift first, followed by augmentation several months later — may be recommended to achieve a safer and more predictable result. Mr Nassab will advise which approach is most appropriate for your anatomy at consultation.
The cost of augmentation mastopexy in Cheshire with Mr Nassab reflects the complexity of the combined procedure — involving both implant placement and a mastopexy skin resection and nipple repositioning in a single operation. All-inclusive pricing covers the surgeon's fee, implant cost, anaesthesia, hospital stay at The Wilmslow Hospital, supportive bra, and all follow-up appointments — with no hidden costs. A personalised, all-inclusive quote is provided at consultation following a full assessment. Finance is available for eligible patients.
Augmentation mastopexy is most suitable for patients who have both breast ptosis (drooping) and a loss of or insufficiency of breast volume that they wish to correct simultaneously. It is particularly common following pregnancy and breastfeeding, where the breast deflates and droops. Good candidates are in good general health, at a stable weight, non-smoking (or willing to stop prior to surgery), and ideally have completed their family. Women who may become pregnant in the future should consider delaying surgery, as a future pregnancy is likely to affect the result.
Breast augmentation alone places an implant to increase size and improve fullness, but does not reposition the nipple or reshape a drooping breast envelope. If a patient has ptosis (drooping) and an implant is placed without a lift, the breast simply becomes a larger, drooping breast — the implant does not correct the ptosis. Augmentation mastopexy addresses both problems simultaneously: the implant restores volume and projection, while the mastopexy reshapes the breast, tightens the skin envelope, and repositions the nipple to a higher, more youthful position.
A breast lift (mastopexy) alone corrects ptosis and reshapes the breast but does not significantly change the volume. For patients who are happy with their natural breast size or have adequate breast tissue, a lift alone may be sufficient. Augmentation mastopexy adds an implant to the mastopexy, increasing volume and fullness — particularly in the upper pole — in addition to correcting the drooping. It is the preferred option for patients who wish to address both ptosis and volume loss or insufficiency in a single procedure.
The mastopexy component of augmentation mastopexy uses the same scar patterns as a standard breast lift, selected based on the degree of ptosis. A periareolar (Benelli) lift involves a scar only around the areola and is suitable for minimal ptosis. A vertical (lollipop) mastopexy adds a vertical scar from the areola to the breast crease and is the most commonly used technique for moderate ptosis. A full Wise pattern (anchor) mastopexy adds a horizontal scar along the breast crease and is used for more severe ptosis. Mr Nassab will select the technique that corrects your degree of droop most effectively while keeping scarring to a minimum.
Mr Nassab uses premium CE-marked breast implants — including Motiva Preservé implants — selected individually based on your chest dimensions, existing breast tissue, the degree of ptosis, and your desired result. Implant volume for augmentation mastopexy is carefully selected: overly large implants create excessive tension on the mastopexy closure, increasing complication risk and the likelihood of recurrent ptosis over time. Mr Nassab will discuss implant options, shapes, and profiles in detail at your consultation and guide you towards the most appropriate choice for your anatomy.
The scars from augmentation mastopexy depend on the mastopexy technique used. A periareolar lift leaves a circular scar around the areola only. A vertical (lollipop) mastopexy leaves scars around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease. A Wise pattern (anchor) mastopexy adds a horizontal scar along the crease. All scars are positioned to be concealed within a bra or swimsuit, and fade and mature significantly over 12–18 months. Full scar management guidance is provided post-operatively.
Most patients go home the same day or after one overnight stay at The Wilmslow Hospital. Light daily activities are usually possible within 2–3 weeks. Driving is typically possible from 4–6 weeks. Overhead movements, heavy lifting, and strenuous exercise should be avoided for 6–8 weeks. A supportive post-operative bra is worn for 6 weeks. Swelling and bruising resolve progressively over 3–6 months. Final results — including scar maturation and the settled position of the implants — develop over 12–18 months.
Augmentation mastopexy is widely recognised as one of the most technically challenging procedures in breast surgery because the two components create opposing forces — the implant stretches the skin outward while the mastopexy tightens and closes the skin inward. In the hands of an experienced FRCS (Plast) surgeon, single-stage augmentation mastopexy can be performed safely for appropriately selected patients. Mr Nassab carefully assesses skin quality, degree of ptosis, and planned implant volume to determine whether a single or two-stage approach is the safer and more appropriate option for each individual patient.
Augmentation mastopexy is frequently incorporated into a mummy makeover — combined with a tummy tuck and liposuction as a single comprehensive post-pregnancy body contouring operation. Combining procedures reduces total recovery time and overall cost compared to having each procedure separately. Mr Nassab will carefully assess suitability for combined surgery at your consultation, ensuring that the combination of procedures is safe and achievable in a single anaesthetic.
Consultations take place at CLNQ, 49-51 King Street, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6DX. Surgery is performed at the Wilmslow Hospital in Cheshire. Mr Nassab also consults in Knutsford, Cheshire. Patients travel from Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Hale, Altrincham, Macclesfield, and across Cheshire and the North West for augmentation mastopexy with Mr Nassab.
Mr Reza Nassab MBChB, MSc, MBA, FRCS (Plast) is a well-established consultant plastic surgeon with a specialist interest in breast surgery — including augmentation mastopexy, breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, and complex combined procedures. He is one of the most trusted names in breast surgery in Manchester, Cheshire, and the wider North West.
He has been featured on The Real Housewives of Cheshire and in The Sunday Times, Daily Mail, and The Guardian. He has treated patients from across the UK and internationally — with many travelling specifically for augmentation mastopexy in Cheshire from across the country and from abroad.
His approach: every augmentation mastopexy is individually planned. Staging decision, implant selection, mastopexy technique, and nipple position are determined entirely by your anatomy, your skin quality, and your goals — with safety and durability of result at the centre of every decision.
Learn More About Mr NassabConsultation Clinic:
CLNQ Knutsford
49-51 King Street
Cheshire
WA16 6DX
Telephone: 0800 058 4558
Surgery at: The Wilmslow Hospital, Cheshire
Also consulting in: Knutsford, Cheshire — 49–51 King Street, Knutsford WA16 6DX
Monday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 7:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Mr Nassab sees patients for augmentation mastopexy from across Cheshire and the North West. Our Knutsford clinic is centrally located and easily accessible from:
Patients also travel from Cheshire, Liverpool, and Stoke-on-Trent for augmentation mastopexy with Mr Nassab.
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Augmentation Mastopexy — Full Procedure GuideIn-depth information about combined breast augmentation and lift — including staging decisions, implant selection, mastopexy techniques, recovery, and what to expect from augmentation mastopexy with Mr Nassab.
Related Procedure
Breast Lift (Mastopexy) CheshireIf you are happy with your breast size but wish to correct drooping and restore a more youthful position, a mastopexy alone may be more appropriate. Mr Nassab will advise at your consultation which approach is right for your anatomy.
Related Procedure
Breast Augmentation CheshireIf your breast position is good but you wish to increase size and fullness, augmentation alone may be appropriate. Mr Nassab will assess whether a lift component is needed based on your breast position and skin quality at consultation.
Premium Implants
Motiva Preservé ImplantsMr Nassab uses Motiva Preservé — one of the most advanced CE-marked breast implants available — offering a natural feel, progressive gel technology, and long-term safety data. Learn more about implant selection for augmentation mastopexy.
Combined Procedure
Mummy Makeover CheshireAugmentation mastopexy combined with tummy tuck and liposuction for comprehensive post-pregnancy restoration in a single operation. Learn more about Mr Nassab's mummy makeover approach in Manchester and Cheshire.
Pricing
Augmentation Mastopexy Cost — Price GuideAll-inclusive pricing for augmentation mastopexy in Manchester and Cheshire — covering implants, surgeon's fee, anaesthetic, hospital stay, and all follow-up appointments. Finance available for eligible patients.