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Would a Breast Lift Be Ideal in my Situation?

asked 1 year ago by hopeful_ in Omaha, NE
Latest answer by Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
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Tags: age 18-24, candidate, DD cup

I'm only 20, and wear a 36DD. I love my size, but they are quite saggy already. I'm just wondering if a lift would be a good idea at this point for me. Every female in my family has this problem as well, so I'm assuming this issue can be hereditary.

12 answers to Would a Breast Lift Be Ideal in my Situation?

Breast lift for sagging breasts

Breast lifts are performed for patients that have nipple positions below the bottom breast fold. If the nipple is close to the fold, a "donot" breast lift where the scar is confined around the areola can be very helpful. I usually do not like to add scars to patients if they have full, pendulous breasts. A picture will really help.

Sean T. Lille, MD
Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift, now or later?

You sound like you have the anatomy for a breast lift and probably a partial reduction though photos are needed as is an exam to tell. The real question is whether you are anywhere near having kids, as if you are, it would be wise to wait. If that is years off, consider having the surgery now and see several of the very best plastic surgeons in your area for advice.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift Timing?

Thank you for the question. Timing of the mastopexy surgery will depend on each patient's life circumstances. In general, it is best to do this procedure ( like all other elective body contouring the stages, when patients have reached their long-term stable weights. In doing so, improve the safety of the procedure and minimizes the need for further surgery ( in the event of weight gain/loss after the breast reduction procedure). If at all possible, it is best... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift?

Without photos we are just guessing. However, if you love your size (hence do not want a reduction or an augmentation) but do not like your sagging, then it sounds like you would like to have your breasts lifted. However, you must realize that a large, heavy breast will not hold up over time after a lift as well as a smaller breast, so it may be possible that you would benefit more from a mild reduction with a lift. Again, photos would help us see what your breasts look like. more

Robert M. Grenley, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift good for sagging breasts

A lift can help with the sagging but with your size, the sagging is likely to recur. Even under the best of circumstances, sagging can recur. You are young and most likely will have children, which will also affect the longevity of the result. I agree that if you want a long-lasting result you might consider a reduction. However, this would obviously reduce your size which you like. I suggest a consultation with a plastic surgeon in your area, who can examine... more

Tracy Pfeifer, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

drpfeifer.com

Breast Lift Candidate

Without before pictures or examining you in person, it is impossible to give you specific advice. While a lift only for larger breasts may look good initially, the retained weight of the breast will continue to stretch with gravity. My advice would be to have a reduction and lift which would lead to more long-lasting results. Good Luck.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

36DD saggy breasts, lift or reduction?

Photos would've helped to answer your question in a more focused way. In short, if you like the volume than a short scar or lollipop scar lift might work for you. You would need to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to explain the best choice for you. Good luck.

George Marosan, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

www.bellevueplasticsurgeons.com

Breast lift or reduction

A breast lift will help the sagginess of your breast and restore the shape. If your breasts are heavy, then gravity will work on them and they will droop again and so, sometimes, for a larger breast, it is an good idea to have a small reduction to take some of the weight out of the breast. The scarring is the same, but obviously it will make you a smaller cup size, which may not be something that you would like.

Jonathan J Staiano, MBBS
Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift

A picture would be key to evaluate your breasts, and you may very well be a good candidate for a lift, but you might want to have a small reduction if you really are a DD.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Ideal situation for a breast lift

Breast lift is all about nipple position and the ideal lift will depend on the dependency of the nipple relative to the breast fold. Often we refer to a finger test you can do on your own. When you place your finger under the breast fold the nipple (center) should be above your finger. In the best of situation s the nipple will be up front and center on the breast, in the worst pointing floor-ward. A larger breast such as a DD cup, the presence of droop or ptosis is greater than the average,... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast lift

Dear Hopeful, It would be a great help if you could send photos to better judge the shape and size of your breasts. All the best

Dana Khuthaila, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Is a Breast Lift Good for You

To perk up a drooping breast, your surgeon will remove excess skin, reposition the nipple, and redrape and tighten the remaining skin to support the breast. The areola may also be reduced in size. A mastopexy (breast lift) raises droopy breasts from one to several inches and excess skin is removed. If you're sagging or asymmetrical, and are looking for perkiness, you'll need a lift--or, if you also want more volume, a lift and implants. A breast lift raises droopy... more