Breast lift surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia, which means you will be asleep and feel no pain. The surgery can take 2 to 3 hours, depending on the extent of the lift and whether you are having other procedures performed at the same time, such as breast augmentation or reduction.
The surgeon will make incisions in your breasts, remove excess skin and tissue, and reposition your nipples and areolas. The surgeon will then close the incisions with stitches, tape, or glue. You will have scars on your breasts, but they will fade over time and can be hidden with bras and swimsuits.