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I'm 19 and I'm Thinking of Getting a Breast Lift. I Need Advice. (photo)

asked 6 months ago by AmeliaRose in Naples, ME
Latest answer by Remus Repta, MD
Question viewed 1,166 times
Tags: age 18-24, sagging, opinion

So I’m 19 years old. I’ve had saggy breasts my whole life. I’m really self conscious about them and it makes me feel ugly. The thing is is that I’m really against surgeries. (I’m a holistic health kind of person) I’m tired of feeling ugly and I want them to change but I’m not sure if I want surgery. I guess I’m just looking to have some advice. What do you think?

18 answers to I'm 19 and I'm Thinking of Getting a Breast Lift. I Need Advice. (photo)

Options are limited

Hello, I believe what your goal would be to have areolas positioned higher on each breast and with more symmetry compared to one another. Surgery will definitely correct this. If you are not ready for surgery at this time it will be an option down the road. In terms of non surgical options the only other thing that is available is Ulthera. Its ultrasound and designed to tighten deep tissue. It would only improve the position of your areola by 1-2 mm and the... more

Remus Repta, MD
Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

www.aaaplasticsurgery.com

Breast lift advice

My first advice to you would be to remind you that you breasts are perfectly normal and many women your age have similarly shaped breasts. There should be no rush in deciding to have breast lift surgery, so take your time and get consultations with at least two board certified plastic surgeons before proceeding with the breast lift. Make certain you write down all of your questions and concerns prior to going to your consultation. Ask to see pre and post op photos... more

Vincent D. Lepore, MD
San Jose Plastic Surgeon

www.vincentleporemd.com

Breast lift

Unfortunately without surgery your breasts can not be lifted. Sorry. But only have surgery if you really want it done.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift without surgery

Thank you for your question. Most people would like to avoid having surgery whenever possible. If you would like to get a breast lift, you can choose surgery. If you wish to avoid surgery, you can choose a push up bra. Those are really your only two options. Based on your pictures, you right and left breast differ in size and shape and that would need to be addressed as well. There is likely a reason why you wish to avoid surgery and once you are able to... more

Martin Jugenburg, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

www.torontosurgery.ca

Breastlift?

Thank you for the question and picture. Only YOU can answer the question whether breast lifting is "worth it" or not in your specific case. It will come down to how much the the "deformity" (position of the nipples) bothers you versus the costs ( time, money, scarring) associated with fixing the “deformity”. Based on the pictures it is clear that a breast lift will help you by raising the nipple/areola complexes and ... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift surgery

According to stats from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast lifts are quite common in the United States with close to 90,000 performed in 2010. Breast lifts improve the overall appearance of the breasts by removing excess areolar tissue, as well as skin from around the areola and from the inferior portion of the breast. The areolae typically look smaller and the nipples sit higher after the procedure. Patients need to be content with their current size, in that they... more

Kelly Gallego, MD
Sioux City Plastic Surgeon

Saggy breasts at 19

I understand what you don't like and agree that a lift would help to make the breasts more even and more youthful. Your breasts are a little differently shaped from each other so don't expect them to a perfect match afterward but they should be much closer. The only solution is going to be surgery so you will have to come to grips with the idea. Spend time fining the right surgeon, one who you feel understands you and your concerns. Don't feel guilty about doing something good... more

Ronald Schuster, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift can give better shape and symmetry

Based on your photos, you appear to have some breast asymmetry and slight sagging of your breasts; both of which can be addressed at the time of a breast lift (mastopexy). The type of incision likely will involve a lollipop type of pattern. These scars generally heal quite well but are not invisible. You can have an improved breast contour however you will have some scars. Discuss this in detail with your plastic surgeon at the time of your consultation. You can also discuss if this is... more

William Bruno, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Improvement in Breast Shape will Require Surgery

Hi there- Unfortunately, because of the combination of characteristics that your breasts show, it will be impossible for you to achieve improvement in your breast shape without surgery. Because you are so very young (although I know hearing it doesn't make you feel better), I would consider your options very carefully over a long time before proceeding. The scars don't necessarily need to be ugly or conspicuous, but they are permanent. Find a surgeon you like and think... more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

Breast Lift

As other responders have mentioned having a breast lift is a trade off between achieving a more perky breast for more scars. Since you have gone to the trouble to post on this site with photos you obviously are not happy with your current appearance as you state you feel "ugly". There are several options available to you and I would recommend consultation with at least two surgeons. Make sure that they are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.... more

Gary Hall, MD
Kansas City Plastic Surgeon

www.hallmd.com

Breast is sagging in teens

It seems unfair, though some individuals are 'born' with a nipple that is dependent on the breast, or below the breast fold. The look is very 'natural'. Your breast is also quite asymmetric, however your breast is in another sense feminine and attractive. In the holistic way your babies and husband will love you just the way are. Breast lift with a small reduction is available to you and the result can be very pretty if you can accept the scar, but remember beauty is not... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

I'm 19 and I'm Thinking of Getting a Breast Lift. I Need Advice. (photo)

Thanks for the posted photo. I see asymmetric ptosis of the breasts. Left is also larger and lower. You will need surgery but the exact operative plan should be outlined in the surgeon's office. Yes, there will be incisions and possible scars.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift

It is unfortunate that your breast shape is not to your liking, but you should not let this define your self image. You are more than the shape of your breast and you did nothing to cause your breast to be shaped this way. A breast lift can improve the appearance of your breast, but the trade-off is the presence of scars which will always be present. Other complications with the surgery can also occur. On a positive note, many women are happy after breast lift and it... more

Donald Griffin, MD
Nashville Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift

I always tell my patients that surgery is a series of tradeoffs and you should think of it that way. A breast lift will definitely give you a change in shape you might like. The trade offs are money (of course) but also possible loss of nipple sensitivity (it doesn't happen very often) and definitely scars which NEVER go away and are unpredictable in how visible they may be. I'm sure you look great in clothes and if or when you have a special guy in your life if he cares... more

Ronald V. DeMars, MD
Portland Plastic Surgeon

Surgery on your breasts only if you are 100% sure about it!!!

This is a personal decision that only you can answer for yourself!! From the pictures it is true that you may benefit from a breast lift and possible implants. But surgery will place scars on your breast and if you decide on getting implants you will have a foreign body as well. My recommendation is if you are not 100% sure if having the surgery wait till you are or do not do it since if things go not as planed you will be very unhappy with yourself! If you are certain... more

Tal T. Roudner, MD
Coral Gables Plastic Surgeon

www.talroudnerplasticsurgery.com

It is a personal decision.

Only you can decide wether surgery is right for you. I have operated on many young women with a variety of breast deformities. Some were mild and others were quite extreme. You need to discuss the surgical options with a skilled surgeon and then I would also discuss this with people you trust and who know you best be they family, friends or significant others. There is nothing wrong with having surgery to reshape your breasts. You will however have some scar that will be permanent and the... more

Thomas R. Walek, MD
Providence Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift

Given your photos you are definitely a candidate for a BL, however, the decision to undergo surgery is your own. I always tell patients that if something about a particular body part really bothers them to the point that it interferes with their daily life functions, incl relationships, that it would be wise to seek maybe advice from a counselor and then come to the conclusion that surgery may or may not be an option

Edward J. Bednar, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift surgery

Breast lift surgery (mastopexy) is a very safe and reliable operation. And patient's are usually satisfied with the results of such procedures. The procedure can be done alone or in combination with an implant to adjust size of the breasts and any assymetries that may exist. Every patient must have a thorough understanding of the risks of the procedure and decide for themselves if the rewards of the surgical procedure are worth it. Risks that you should consider... more