Breast Lift DubaiMastopexy — Mr Reza Nassab FRCS Plast

Breast lift surgery (mastopexy) in Dubai by Mr Reza Nassab FRCS Plast — Consultant Plastic Surgeon on the GMC Specialist Register. Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts. Performed at Quttainah Specialized Hospital, central Dubai. Consultations at CLNQ, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim, Umm Suqeim 3 and Knutsford, Cheshire.

Breast Lift Dubai — Reza Nassab

Breast Lift Surgery in Dubai

A breast lift in Dubai — known medically as a mastopexy or breast uplift — is a surgical procedure that lifts, reshapes, and firms drooping or sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the underlying breast tissue and nipple-areola complex. Breast ptosis (sagging) is one of the most common aesthetic concerns among women in Dubai and across the UK, developing naturally with age, after pregnancy and breastfeeding, or following significant weight loss.

Mr Reza Nassab is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon holding the prestigious FRCS (Plast) fellowship and listed on the GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery. He performs breast lift surgery at Quttainah Specialized Hospital, an exclusive boutique private surgical hospital in central Dubai, with consultations at CLNQ, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim, Umm Suqeim 3 and at our Knutsford, Cheshire clinic.

With over 275 five-star patient reviews, Mr Nassab brings exceptional surgical skill, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to natural, elegant results to every breast lift procedure he performs across Manchester, Cheshire, and the wider North West.

Why Choose Mr Nassab for Breast Lift Surgery?

A breast lift requires precise surgical judgement — the ability to evaluate each patient's unique degree of ptosis, skin quality, and breast tissue characteristics, and select the technique that achieves the best possible lift while minimising scarring. Choosing a surgeon on the GMC Specialist Register with the FRCS (Plast) fellowship means choosing the highest standard of surgical training the UK offers.

Mr Nassab is a full member of BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons) and BAPRAS (British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons). These memberships are restricted to GMC Specialist Register-listed plastic surgeons — unlike the unregulated title of "cosmetic surgeon," which carries no such requirement.

He also holds an MSc in Aesthetic Surgery from the University of London, is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and has been in full-time specialist plastic surgery practice for over 15 years. His consultations take place at CLNQ, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim, Dubai and in Knutsford, Cheshire.

Types of Breast Lift Available in Dubai

Surgical Technique

The degree of breast lift required determines the incision technique used. During your consultation, Mr Nassab will carefully assess the position of your nipple relative to the breast crease (the inframammary fold), your skin elasticity, and the volume and shape of your breast tissue, before recommending the most appropriate technique.

Mild Ptosis

Periareolar (Crescent/Donut) Mastopexy

The least invasive breast lift technique, with a scar placed around the areola only. Suitable for women with mild breast sagging where only a small degree of lift is required. The incision is well concealed within the natural border of the areola. This technique provides a more limited lift than the vertical or anchor approaches.

Moderate Ptosis

Vertical (Lollipop) Mastopexy

The vertical or lollipop mastopexy creates a scar around the areola and a vertical scar running down to the breast crease. It is suitable for moderate breast ptosis and allows more significant reshaping and tightening of the lower pole of the breast. This is one of the most commonly performed breast lift techniques in Dubai.

Significant Ptosis

Anchor (Inverted-T / Wise Pattern) Mastopexy

The anchor or inverted-T mastopexy is used for significant breast ptosis and creates scars around the areola, vertically down to the breast crease, and along the inframammary fold. While it leaves the most visible scarring, it provides the greatest degree of lift and reshaping — and is the only technique suitable for patients with severe breast sagging.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift in Dubai?

Good candidates for breast lift surgery in Dubai are typically women who:

  • Have breasts that sag or droop due to ageing, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
  • Have nipples that point downward or fall below the breast crease
  • Have stretched, enlarged areolae
  • Are at a stable, healthy weight (ideally maintained for at least 6 months)
  • Are not planning future pregnancies (pregnancy after a breast lift can affect results)
  • Are non-smokers, or willing to stop smoking for at least 6 weeks before and after surgery
  • Are in good general health with no conditions that impair wound healing
  • Have realistic expectations about the outcomes of mastopexy

If you are primarily concerned about volume loss rather than sagging, a breast augmentation alone may be more appropriate. If you have both sagging and volume loss, an augmentation mastopexy may be the ideal solution. Mr Nassab will discuss all options during your consultation in Dubai or Cheshire.

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What to Expect: Breast Lift Surgery in Dubai

Your Surgical Journey

Consultation: Your journey begins with a thorough one-to-one consultation with Mr Reza Nassab at our Dubai or Cheshire clinic. He will assess your degree of ptosis, skin quality, and breast tissue, discuss your concerns and goals, and recommend the most appropriate mastopexy technique. You will receive a personalised surgical plan and a fixed, all-inclusive quote before proceeding.

Pre-operative Assessment: Before your breast lift in Dubai, you will undergo pre-operative blood tests and a health assessment. You will receive detailed guidance on medications to avoid (including aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs), and a clear requirement to stop smoking at least 6 weeks before surgery.

The Surgery: Breast lift surgery at Quttainah Specialized Hospital, Dubai is performed under general anaesthetic and typically takes 2–3 hours. Mr Nassab removes excess skin, reshapes and repositions the breast tissue, and repositions the nipple-areola complex to a higher, more youthful position. Incisions are carefully placed to minimise visible scarring. Most patients go home the same day or after a short overnight stay.

Breast Lift Recovery in Dubai

Recovery from breast lift surgery in Dubai is well tolerated by most patients. Here is what to expect:

Days 1–3:

Some discomfort, swelling, and bruising, managed with prescribed pain relief. A supportive surgical bra is fitted before you leave hospital and must be worn continuously.

Week 1:

Post-operative review with Mr Nassab. Dressings and any sutures are checked. You can usually shower after 48 hours. Most patients feel comfortable at home.

Weeks 1–2:

Most patients return to light desk-based work and daily activities. Avoid lifting anything heavier than a kettle and continue wearing the surgical bra 24 hours a day.

Weeks 4–6:

Significant swelling has resolved. You may gradually return to light exercise. Continue wearing a supportive bra without underwiring for the full 6 weeks post-surgery.

3–6 Months:

Final breast lift results are fully visible as residual swelling settles completely. Scars continue to mature and fade over the following 12–18 months.

Breast Lift with Implants in Dubai

Augmentation Mastopexy

Many women who experience breast sagging have also lost significant breast volume — particularly following pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. In these cases, a breast lift alone will improve the shape and position of the breasts but will not restore the volume lost. An augmentation mastopexy combines a breast lift with breast implants to simultaneously lift and add volume for a more comprehensive transformation.

Mr Nassab is highly experienced in augmentation mastopexy — one of the most technically demanding procedures in breast surgery, as it requires precise planning to balance the implant selection with the degree of tissue rearrangement needed. He will discuss whether augmentation mastopexy is the right choice for you at your consultation.

He also offers the innovative Motiva Preservé breast implant — a highly advanced, ergonomic implant with a proven safety profile — as an option within augmentation mastopexy.

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Breast Lift Scarring — What to Expect

All breast lift procedures involve scarring — there is no way to remove excess skin without leaving a scar. The extent of scarring depends on the technique used:

  • Periareolar mastopexy: a scar around the areola only, well concealed by the colour change between the areola and surrounding skin
  • Vertical (lollipop) mastopexy: a scar around the areola and a vertical scar from the areola to the breast crease
  • Anchor mastopexy: scars around the areola, vertically down, and along the inframammary fold beneath the breast

Mr Nassab takes great care in scar placement to ensure scars are concealed within the natural contours of the breast and bra line. He provides comprehensive scar management advice post-operatively, including the use of silicone-based products once wounds have healed. Most breast lift scars fade significantly over 12–18 months and are well tolerated by patients who are informed about what to expect before surgery.

Mr Reza Nassab — Qualifications & Memberships

Expert Credentials

  • FRCS (Plast) — Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in Plastic Surgery (2011)
  • GMC Specialist Register — Plastic Surgery (General Medical Council)
  • BAAPS — Full Member, British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
  • BAPRAS — Full Member, British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons
  • MSc Aesthetic Surgery — University of London
  • MBChB — University of Birmingham (2000)
  • ASPS — American Society of Plastic Surgeons Member
  • ISAPS — International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Member

Mr Nassab operates at Quttainah Specialized Hospital — an exclusive boutique private hospital in central Dubai — and consults at CLNQ, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim (Umm Suqeim 3) and Knutsford, Cheshire (WA16 6DX).

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Breast Lift Manchester & Cheshire — Clinic Locations

Dubai Consultation Clinic

Quttainah Specialized Hospital
Al Wasl Road
Dubai, Umm Suqeim 3

Surgery at: Quttainah Specialized Hospital, Dubai (central Dubai)

0800 0584558

Serving patients from Dubai, Salford, Didsbury, Chorlton, Stretford, Sale, Trafford, Altrincham, Wythenshawe, and surrounding areas.

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Cheshire Consultation Clinic

Knutsford Clinic
49–51 King Street
Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6DX

0800 0584558

Serving patients from Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Northwich, Nantwich, Sandbach, Prestbury, Bollington, and surrounding Cheshire areas.

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Breast Lift Dubai — Frequently Asked Questions

A breast lift (mastopexy) is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and reshapes the breast tissue to lift and firm sagging or drooping breasts. The nipple-areola complex is repositioned to a higher, more youthful position. It is suitable for women who have experienced breast ptosis (sagging) following pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight loss, or natural ageing — and who want to restore a more lifted, shapely breast profile without necessarily increasing volume.

The cost of a breast lift in Dubai with Mr Reza Nassab depends on the extent of ptosis, the technique required, and your individual anatomy. All-inclusive pricing covering surgeon's fee, anaesthetist, hospital stay at Quttainah Specialized Hospital, post-operative surgical bra, and all follow-up appointments is provided following your face-to-face consultation. Guide prices are available at your consultation.

A breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes existing breast tissue without significantly changing the volume of the breasts. A breast augmentation adds volume using implants. Many patients who have lost volume after pregnancy or weight loss choose to combine both procedures — known as augmentation mastopexy — to simultaneously restore volume and lift.

The main breast lift techniques are: periareolar (crescent or donut) mastopexy — a scar around the areola only, suitable for mild ptosis; vertical (lollipop) mastopexy — a scar around the areola and vertically down, for moderate ptosis; and anchor (inverted-T or Wise pattern) mastopexy — scars around the areola, vertically down, and along the breast crease, used for significant ptosis. Mr Nassab will recommend the most appropriate technique during your consultation.

Most patients return to light daily activities within 1–2 weeks. You should avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for 6 weeks. A supportive surgical bra should be worn continuously for the first 6 weeks. Final results are visible once swelling has fully settled, typically at 3–6 months.

All breast lift techniques involve some degree of scarring, as the procedure requires incisions to remove excess skin. Mr Nassab places incisions carefully to minimise visible scarring, and provides detailed scar management advice post-operatively. Scars typically fade significantly over 12–18 months and are concealed within the natural contours of the breast and bra line.

Breast lift results are long-lasting, but the natural ageing process, gravity, and significant weight changes will continue to affect the breasts over time. Maintaining a stable weight, wearing a supportive bra, and avoiding future pregnancies (if possible) will help preserve results. Most patients enjoy their results for 10 years or more.

Yes. Augmentation mastopexy — combining a breast lift with implants — is one of the most commonly requested combination procedures. It simultaneously lifts and reshapes the breast while restoring volume lost through pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. Mr Nassab is highly experienced in augmentation mastopexy in Manchester and Cheshire.

Yes. Mr Reza Nassab holds the FRCS (Plast) fellowship and is listed on the GMC Specialist Register in Plastic Surgery — the highest qualifications available in the UK. He is a full member of BAAPS and BAPRAS, holds an MSc in Aesthetic Surgery from the University of London, and has over 275 five-star patient reviews.

Breast lift surgery is performed at Quttainah Specialized Hospital, an exclusive boutique private hospital in central Dubai. Consultations take place at CLNQ, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim, Dubai (Umm Suqeim 3) and at the Knutsford, Cheshire clinic (49–51 King Street, WA16 6DX).

Call 0800 0584558 or complete the online enquiry form. Consultations at CLNQ, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim, Dubai and at the Knutsford, Cheshire clinic. During your consultation Mr Nassab will assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate technique and surgical plan.