Breast Lift for DDD Cup Breasts Possible?

My breast size is 42DDD. I'm happy with size but can it be lifted?

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12 Doctor Answers | Asked by vanessa79 in stone mountain

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Breast Lift/Reduction

Thank you for the question. Yes, It is very likely that you are a good candidate for breast lifting. As a matter of fact, I do not think the use of implants ( if you had requested them) would be a good idea at the same time that you are undergoing a very significant breast lift operation. As you probably know, breast reduction surgery (if you choose to downsize) does also create a “lift” of the breasts. I tell all my patients that mastopexy... more

Breast lift for large breasts

Breast size does not preclude mastopexy but anyone who tells you that the results will be lasting would not be truthful. Gravity and the weight of the breasts will result in sagging again and you would also have surgical scarring. You could then have additional surgery but need to understand the implications in advance in order to make an intelligent personal and financial decision.

Breast reduction, or lift without reduction?

It is virtually impossible to give you a satisfying and long-term result without some type of breast reduction if you have a DDD bra. The weight of your breasts at that has caused the sagging will still do so after the operation, and also affect the scars if some type of reduction is not performed. It is technically possible to do the uplift with a minimal reduction, but will not give you a good long-term result, and does not make sense.

You could consider a breast lift with or without a small reduction

A mastopexy with careful attention to shifting and anchoring your breast tissue superiorly on the chest wall will provide a nice lift. Even if no tissue is removed, your breast will seem somewhat smaller to you. As you recover and your tissues relax and the swelling goes down, some of the sagging will recur. However, you will always have an appearance better than before your surgery. If you also have a small reduction along with the breast lift, you will likely maintain a better lift over... more

Breast lifts for large breasts

The problem for you is not whether or not your breasts can be lifted--they can be. The problem is going to be recurrence. Not even plastic surgeons can fight the laws of gravity. In Santa Barbara, I have had success with a vertical mastopexy with or without a small reduction i, even with large breasts. I always explain the following, however: The weight of the residual tissue will likely cause you to droop again over the next few years. It is likely that the operation can be performed again... more

Breast lift for DDD

A breast lift for such large breasts with a cup size of DDD will probably not hold up to well for the long term. You may be better off with a reduction along with the lift.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift or mastopexy is possible in very large breasts

Though nipple position can be independent of breast size, generally the larger the cup size the more droop or ptosis seen in the breast. We measure ptosis by the position of the nipple relative to the fold under the breast. In a large breast such as a DDD cup the nipple is often below the fold, and when unsupported by a bra the nipple will tend to point toward the floor rather than front and center. Breast reduction without correction of the droop would be unthinkable and the lift is a... more

Breast lift for DDD breasts

Hi Vanessa, A breast lift without reduction is unlikely to maintain its shape for the long-term. Given the sheer weight of your breasts, you would be prone to recurrent sagging. If you were willing to go smaller, a breast reduction could provide you with a nice breast shape and longer lasting results. Hope this helps. Best of luck.

Breast Lift for DDD cup is breasts possible

Yes, it is possible to lift very large breasts, but the result will most likely drop within a year. Be careful what you wish and pay for it may last only a few months. Regards.

Breast lift in a large breasted individual

Certainly, these breasts can be lifted but at your size the probability for recurrent ptosis (sagging) is high as well. I would recommend that you consider a slight reduction if undergoing the breast lift. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift for DDD

At that size, a lift alone won't last because of residual weight. Some reduction is best to help preserve the outcome. It doesn't have to be an extreme reduction but some is good. You have many outstanding plastic surgeons in Atlanta so go and visit some for an opinion.