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Is 66 Too Old for a Breast Lift?

asked 10 months ago by Mar in pa, in Southampton, PA
Latest answer by Nasimul Huq, MD
Question viewed 338 times
Tags: age 65-74, health, heavy

Is 66 to old for a breast lift I'm in great health,but my breast are to heavy' would like to know.? M. Elias

15 answers to Is 66 Too Old for a Breast Lift?

Breast Lift

As long as you are in good health, 66 is not too old for a breast lift or any cosmetic surgery. If your breasts are 'heavy', you may even want to consider a breast reduction, which can be a covered procedure under the ministry of health for Canadians.

Nasimul Huq, MD
Niagara Falls Plastic Surgeon

Is 66t too old for a breast lift?

If you are in good health, 66 is certainly not too old for a breast lift (if you are happy with your breast size but not the shape and sagging) or for a breast reduction (if you would like your breasts made smaller as well as lifted).

Robert M. Grenley, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift and Age

Dear Ms. Elias, Your general health is more significant than your actual age. You can have a routine physical exam with your family physician, and discuss your desired goals with a board certified plastic surgeon. He/She will also review your breast exam, skin quality, etc and its impact on surgical outcome. I would also recommend that you make sure you are up-to-date with your mammogram before having surgery. Warm regards, Behzad Parva, MD

Behzad Parva, MD
Washington DC Plastic Surgeon

When is it too old to get a breast lift?

Breast lifts and breast reductions can be performed on women that are in good health and have clearance from their medical doctors for the procedure. Breast lifts and reductions can improve some of the chronic back and neck pain that are a result of heavy breasts. However, after years of chronic sagging, the discomfort may not be completely resolved post-operatively. Increased age may also be associated with cardiac, anesthesia, wound healing or other risks... more

Elizabeth S. Harris, MD
San Antonio Plastic Surgeon

Age and surgery

You are not too old for most cosmetic surgery as long as you are healthy and your request is reasonable.

David Nicholas Csikai, MD
Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

Surgery at any age

Age is not a limiting factor for breast lifting surgery, although good health is. For patient’s 50 years old and above, a medical clearance, mammogram, and EKG is required prior to surgery. I ask that medical clearance be obtained from your primary physician. Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine whether you are a good candidate for breast lifting surgery.

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift/Reduction in Women Over 60 Years Of Age

Age is an irrelevant issue when it comes to getting a breast lift or a breast reduction. If your general health is good, then either procedure can be performed as an outpatient. Since your breasts are heavy, it is likely you need to have a breast reduction. Every breast reduction is a breast lift also, but every breast lift is not a breast reduction. Either way, you should do well and enjoy the benefits of the results for the rest of your life.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

66 is not "too old" for any kind of plastic surgery!

Of course, your general health should be good, and a pre-operative history and physical by your physician will be necessary to ensure you are healthy enough for anesthesia and surgery! If you are, you will be surprised at how "easy" a breast lift or cosmetic reduction is, and how glad you are to have finally decided to go ahead. If you are a smoker, you should discontinue all use of tobacco or nicotine products (including nicotine gum, spray, patch, etc.) before undergoing... more

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.mpsmn.com

Is there an age limit to have a breast lift

There is no age limit for cosmetic surgery, what is more important is your general health. You need to have medical clearance prior to surgery to ensure you are in good health for the surgery which can take a few hours under general anesthesia. Consult with your primary care physician and a board certified plastic surgeon prior to surgery. You may also want to have the procedure performed in a hospital setting. Best wishes, Dr.Bruno

William Bruno, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift and Age

With any surgery, age is not as important as your overall health. If you have no medical contraindications, obtain a consult.

Albert Dabbah, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

60s is Not Too Old for Plastic Surgery

66 years of age is not too old for a breast lift or reduction. These operations can be performed if you are in a good state of health and have minimal surgical risk. You may request a pre-operative physical by your medical doctor to verify that you are healthy enough for this surgery. People in their 60s and 70s have all sorts of plastic surgical procedures with minimal complications. I’m sure you will be happy, and it will make you feel better. Best wishes.

Kenneth Dembny, II, MD
Milwaukee Plastic Surgeon

www.mycpss.com

Age and Breast Lift

Good question. As long as your are healthy, there is no age limit to breast lift. In fact, many patients in their 60s, 70s and even 80s have plastic surgery if they are appropriate candidates. With a before picture or seeing you in person, we can give more specific advice and see if you are a good surgical candidate. Good Luck.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Age and breast lift

No, it is not. As long as your general health is good and you are fit for the anaesthesia, there is no age limit. It sounds like you may need a breast reduction rather than a simple lift, but the same criteria for age applies.

Anindya Lahiri, MBBS
Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift at 66!

It is never too late to get a breast lift as long as you are a good candidate and have minimal surgical risk. Good luck!

Dana Khuthaila, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Brast lifting at 66

As long as you are in good health, it is never too late for a breast lift. My patients like you all say that they just wished the had done it sooner because they love the results and the recovery is relatively easy.