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I Had 3 Kids. my Breast Sag. Should I Get a Breast Lift W/ or W/o Implants?

I want to know what is more practical. How long do u keep implants in for? My bra size is 36c. I am 5'5", 145 1bs. Implant Scare me..

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Breast lift vs. implants postpartum

The decision on whether implants are needed depends mainly on whether women want a larger size or not. The decision on whether a lift is necessary is based on the appearance of the breasts and on measurements a surgeon makes. The decision on whether both are needed is a combination of above, plus lots of experience.

Augmentation vs. Augmentation with lift

This is a very complex question and is hard to know based on your description. I believe that it is possible to achieve a natural appearance and regain that upper fullness most women are looking for with just an implant. In some cases is it necessary to perform a lift with implants if there is a lot of excess skin and the desired result would be impossible to achieve with just implants alone. Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon about his expectations and ask to see pictures of... more

Breast lift with or without implants

Hard to tell without seeing you or at least photos. The equation for droop is too much skin, not enough breast tissue. After having kids, most women not a loss in the upper pole fullness and things settle towards the bottom. Sometimes placing an implant can just fill the skin and this is all you need. If the nipple is lower than the Infra Mammary Fold, (IMF), most people need a lift, and the implant if use is to supply a little upper pole fullness. Many variable... more

Breast lift with or without implants

Breast lifts, or mastopexy, can give you a beautiful result either with or without implants. If you are happy with the volume, or cup size of your breasts, but not the shape, and would like them lifted, then you may be a good candidate for a mastopexy without implants. It is difficult to tell you 100% for sure without examining you, but I perform many lifts on patients who have been told by other physicians that they would get a sub-optimal result without implants, and they have been very... more

Breast lift will correct sagging while implants will provide fullness

Since you note that you have sagging (common after 3 children), you will probably need a lift to have the proper shape for your breasts. If you also want to be larger, and particularly, if you want fullness in the upper aspects of your breasts, you will likely need an implant. Breast augmentation and breast lift can safely be done together, and can help restore the appearance of your breasts after pregnancy. (See my photos for an example). If you are happy with your breast volume, you could... more

Breast lift versus implants

If your breasts sag significantly, you will need a breast lift no matter if you do or do not choose implants. Sometimes implants alone can offer a tiny lift in patients that have minimal ptosis (sag). If you want to be larger than you are now, an implant is the only solution with or without lift.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Post Pregnancy Breast Lifts - With or Without Implants

Sagging aside for a minute, if you are happy with your current breast size - all you need is a Breast Lift. On the other hand, if you would like larger breasts then you would need a Breast Lift Augmentation (Augmentation Mastopexy). Implants should not scare you. Breast Augmentation is the most commonly done operation in the US and millions of women have and are very happy with their implants. To read a comprehensive link on BREAST LIFT WITH OR WITHOUT AUGMENTATION, follow the link below... more

To Lift or Not to Lift breasts

This question is not something that you choose on a whim. You will need an examination to determine what will be best for you. Implants can last a lifetime, or much shorter.

Breast lift, implants, or both

After three children the most significant change in the breast is usually volume loss, with a more flattened breast, poor projection, and an upper scoop. True ptosis of the breast, or breast droop can be related to pregnancy though more often it is not. The droop is viewed as to how far the nipple descends below the natural fold of the breast. Some will feel that their breast droops after pregnancy, though the nipple may be 'front and center' in a normal position on the breast and the... more

Breast lifts without implants

About 20% of my full breast lifts are done without implants. Photos are on RealSelf. These patients know they will not have upper pole fullness that an implant patient will but they can always have an implant placed later if they need one.

The vast majority of lifts are performed with implants to achieve upper breast fullness.

If implants scare you, do not have them placed. However, they are the only reliable and consistent method to achieve upper breast fullness. A lift will reposition some of the breast tissue and alter the placement of the nipple on the breast mound but it will not achieve the upper breast fullness that most women seek.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift often better with implants

I am always surprised to see that people are still afraid of breast implants until I see how much misinformation is out there about safety. In deciding which way to go, it is more useful to decide what it is that you want in terms of shape and size, and go from there. One limiting factor about breast lift is that it is very hard to maintain fullness in the upper part of the breast regardless of technique. Implants can help a lot with this and they of course do not have to be large or fake... more

Breast Lift with or without implants

Great question but no photos very hard to give you an opinion. This is a very personal question that should be discussed in great detail with the treating surgeon. Good Luck Regards.

The need for a lift depends on your degree of breast sag

Breast implants will create breast volume, especially in the upper pole of your breasts. If you have deflated looking breasts, or your nipples are positioned below the level of the fold beneath you breast, there is a good chance that you will need a breast lift in addition to an augmentation. It is certainly possible to have a breast lift done without an augmentation. There are breast lift techniques that can fill in upper pole breast volume where it is deficient. The down side to breast... more

Breast lift with or without implants?

Hi there- To answer your question responsibly would require quite a long conversation with you, in order to more clearly understand your goals for breast shape as well as size, perform an examination, and review options with you. Without the benefit of the above, only general information can be given... First of all, saline and silicone filled implants are absolutely safe, and you should not be concerned about your safety with either product. The average lifespan of implants in the body is... more

Breast lift or breast implants

The reason to have a breast lift is to correct breast sagging. The reason to have implants is to increase your size. Breast implants are very safe and there is no need to have future surgery if they are not causing any problems. Whether or not you want to have implants is a question only you can answer based on if you want to be larger or have more fullness along the top part of your breasts. My suggestion would be to have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area... more

See the right doctor for breast implant consultation

There is no way anyone can tell you without seeing you in person. What you have is very common after having children -- gravity wins. After pregnancy, you loose breast tissue and the skin sags, so most often I put in small or medium breast implants to replace the lost volume and raise the nipples.The implants are permanent.

Breast Lift with or without implants requires consultation

You should obtain a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. It sounds as if you will require minimally a breast lift. During your consultation, you can discuss whether implants will also be beneficial and whether the procedures should be performed together or staged.