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45 Lb Weight Loss After Breast Reduction, And They've Deflated. What Can I Do To Improve Appearance? (photo)

asked 5 months ago by Rookshire in Frisco, TX
Latest answer by J. Jason Wendel, MD
Question viewed 1,074 times
Tags: weight loss, 6 years post-op, deflation, options

I had a BR when I was 17 from 36E to 36D. I was 180 pounds & 5'6 when I had the surgery. 6 years later I've lost 45 pounds and have maintained being 135. I feel I have lost a considerable amount of breast tissue as they are not even half as full or firm anymore. Is there a way to regain the fullness without gaining weight or getting an implant? Would a breast lift work? I am concerned about the fullness not the size of my breasts. After the weight loss my breasts are now a 36C. I am 23.

7 answers to 45 Lb Weight Loss After Breast Reduction, And They've Deflated. What Can I Do To Improve Appearance? (photo)

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Breast deflation after weight loss.

A lift would tighten the skin around the breast tissue you have but would not make your breasts any larger. Breasts shrinking/deflating is one of the downsides of weight loss.
J. Jason Wendel, MD

Nashville Plastic Surgeon
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45 Lb Weight Loss After Breast Reduction, And They've Deflated. What Can I Do To Improve Appearance? (photo)

Always could consider a re reduction/lift operation. Best to see in person boarded PSs in your area.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Deflated at 23

Hi Rookshire, you're not alone. Great job in losing the weight and keeping it off! From what I see, your reduction turned out fine with good scar appearance but the deflation is quite evident in the middle photo... your areolas aren't round. This is a telltale sign of deflation. On the right photo, with support, they look great. In order to achieve that an implant may be needed to give you fullness. I've done tightening procedures on patients... more
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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“Deflated” Breasts after Breast Reduction?

Thank you for the question and pictures. In my opinion, the only predictable way to increase the “homeless” of the breasts is with breast augmentation. I would suggest in person consultation was well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons and clear communication of what your goals are. In my practice I find the use of goal pictures to be very helpful. in your case you could use your own before breast-feeding pictures as the goal. I have found... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Deflation of breasts after 45 lb. weight loss and breast reduction

Thanks for the photos. A breast lift will re-tighten/rejuvenate your breasts but will not add volume. If you want more significant fullness, then your only realistic and sensible option would be for an appropriately sized implant (which doesn't have to be big). Fat injections have been used for some breast enlargements but there are multiple attendant issues. You should seek a consultation from one or more reputable board certified plastic surgeons who can examine you and provide you... more
Steven Turkeltaub, MD

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

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Breast lift

With the loss of volume,. the only way to add volume is with an augmentation. If you jsut want them lifted that would require surgery and incisions but would not in and of itself give more volume.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Breast volume loss following weight loss

Your situation is common in women who undergo breast reduction and then lose a significant amount of weight. Significant weight loss generally includes loss of fatty tissue (and volume) from the breast. If you are looking to regain fullness in the upper portion of the breasts, an implant is generally going to be required. Whether or not you would benefit from a mastopexy (lift) would depend upon your breast appearance with your arms down, and providing an accurate answer to... more
Craig S. Rock, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.drcraigrock.com

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