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Breast Augmentation - Do I Need a Lift?

asked 1 year ago by ashhull in Nampa, ID
Latest answer by S. Sean Younai, MD
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Tags: age 18-24, 110-129 lbs, 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in, B cup, lift

I am 22 years old and stand at 5'7", 125lbs. What procedures would you reccommend for me in order to obtain the results below (last two photos)? I was a 34-C cup prior to having my first child and after having the second I dropped to a 34-B, which is my current size. I am at my pre-pregnancy weight. Would I need a lift to reposition my nipple in the middle of my breasts or will an augmentation do that alone? Thank you:)

4 answers to Breast Augmentation - Do I Need a Lift?

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Breast Augmentation- Do I need a Breast Lift, also?

There is a misconception about the lifting effects of breast augmentation. although breast augmentation make the breasts purkier they do not lift breasts. Therefore, if your breasts sag as a result of pregnancy or aging then you might have to consider a breast lift along with breast implants in order to get a more natural and youthful result.
S. Sean Younai, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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There is an easy test to see if you need a lift.

When I examine someone to determine if they need a lift with their augmentation, i do a special maneuver during the exam.  I lift the breast up, so as to see the crease beneath.  Then I place one finger in the crease and allow the breast to drop over it.  If the nipple resides beneath my "crease finger", we need to lift.  It not, it is possible to achieve a good result with an augmentation alone, as long as the size implant selected is large enough to take up... more
Ritu Chopra, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Augmentation, Breast Enlargement, Breast Implants

Its helpful to look at a photo but seeing you in person and being able to measure your chest wall and breasts is best.  You may need to have some skin removed or tightened in order to achieve the results you want. 
Jay H. Ross, MD

Tampa Plastic Surgeon
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Aug vs Pexy

Based on your photos, you would be a good candidate for an augmentation alone, however, it would not center your nipple like the third photo you submitted.  However, the procedure could be performed through an armpit incision leaving no scar on your breast. On the other hand, if you absolutely wanted your nipple higher, a lift and an augmentation could be performed. The key is choosing the correct procedure is balancing your desire for a certain look and what resultant scars would be... more
Marc Schneider, MD

Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon

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