Austin Hayes, MD

Plastic Surgeon in Portland, Oregon

Dr. Austin Hayes believes specializing allows him to focus on small innovations that make a big difference for his patients.

From college in Oregon, to medical school at Columbia University in New York City, to training in Washington, Baltimore, Seattle, and Philadelphia before returning to his hometown of Portland to begin his cosmetic practice, Dr. Hayes had a diverse set of experiences during his education and training.

Once patients know what they want, Dr. Hayes loves walking them through how to achieve their goals. He doesn’t believe in talking them into anything they aren’t interested in, and rather spends consultations educating and getting to the root of what their specific concerns and goals are.

Feb. 23, 2026

The breast lift that lasts without implants or mesh [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Traditional breast lifts can deliver a big transformation, but many women eventually lose fullness at the top or cleavage. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains the different variations of breast lift surgery and...

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Feb. 16, 2026

What happens if my breast lift doesn't last? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

What if you’ve already had a lift but your breasts start to sag again? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains how he approaches revision breast lifts, strengthens the bottom of the breast, and even resizes nipples when women want smaller...

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Feb. 6, 2026

Did she or didn’t she? Natural breast lifts that look like implants [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

“Did she or didn’t she?” — the question everyone asks when they see Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’s triple bra breast lift before & after photos. He explains how he keeps upper-breast volume and secures it so the ...

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Jan. 30, 2026

No Implants, No Bra, No Problem: The Triple Bra Breast Lift Explained [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Breast implants aren’t for everyone. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares how his triple bra breast lift technique uses natural internal support to create a beautiful breast shape so results look fuller and last l...

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Oct. 25, 2024

Going Braless: The Double Bra Breast Lift #NoBraNoProblem [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

A successful double bra breast lift result is even more impressive in person. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares how his patients are much more confident and radiant after surgery and how he achieves these resul...

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Oct. 24, 2024

Will breast implants look fake or unnatural on me? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains why some women decline to get breast implants with breast lift surgery. This patient felt like she always needed a bra for support, struggled to find bathing suit options due...

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Oct. 13, 2024

Can I get a breast lift without implants? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes uses the superior medial pedicle technique to control breast size and maximize lifting. This technique requires some tissue removal, leading to a decrease in bra size. There is some f...

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Oct. 12, 2024

What should I look for in a breast surgeon? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

There's a perfect breast surgeon for every patient, depending on their goals and the doctor's approach. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares his tips on how to find the right breast surgeon and explains his specif...

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Oct. 11, 2024

Getting longer lasting internal bra breast lift results without absorbable mesh [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

In some breast augmentation surgeries, especially revisions, mesh support like GalaFLEX is used to stimulate collagen beneath the implant like the underwire of a bra to strengthen the area over time. WIth the double bra breas...

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Oct. 10, 2024

The next generation of the internal bra technique for breast lift surgery [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

A traditional breast lift doesn’t do much to strengthen the fold, causing the breast tissue to fall below it and the scar to ride up over time. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’ pioneering new method of securing the ...

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