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David A. Robinson, MD answers: Do I need a breast lift during implant replacement?

I have Saline breast implants that are now ten years old. They were beautifully done and look natural, although the doctor went bigger than I had asked for: a full C instead of a full B. It was his aesthetic call, he said, and at the time, (and urged on by my then-boyfriend) I decided I'd live with them.

Ten years later, I am about ten pounds less and much leaner than back then (5'5", 112 lbs, very fit, 18.5% body fat) and the implants have sagged somewhat. When I see photos of myself, I feel my silhouette is out of proportion, and that I would look much better with slightly smaller breasts, as I had originally intended... and perhaps Silicone this time. To go for smaller, firmer, higher breasts after having larger saline implants, would I need a Breast Lift in addition in order to accomplish this? How are these procedures usually done?


David A. Robinson, MD
10 months ago
By David A. Robinson, MD - Munster Plastic Surgeon

Sometimes patients require a lift, in addition to an augmention, when down sizing or with weight changes.  Over time, skin loses its elasticity requiring excess skin to be removed and/or tightened.  The amount and degree are determined by the final cup size you you would like to be as well as the amount of elasticity remaing in your skin.

Site location, above or below your muscle, as well as the type of implant, slaine vs. silicone ,will also determine the appropriate procedue and your final result.  In some circumstances, patients may not need a lift and instead may benefit from a site change, above or below the muscle, and change in type of implant.

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