Can I Have a Lift with out a Reduction?

I am 46 and wear a 36 G, I want to have some sort of procedure to reduce the sagging. Can i have a lift with out a reduction? Can I have mine removed and replaced? Also I have considered going just a little bit bigger. I am a tall woman with broad shoulders and could carry the size enhancement. Please advise... I live in Birmingham, Alabama

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Can I Have a Lift with out a Reduction?

I am not clear about the situation here--seems like you may want a lift, and larger implants. A lift certainly can be done without removing breast tissue (some partial thickness of skin is removed). Larger implants at your current size will likely lead to more stretching of the breast, and an early re-operation for more sagging. It may also lead to unfavorable scarring. Thanks for your question, all the best.

A woman can have a breast lift without a reduction but it might not last.

You describe very large breasts that you want to keep. A mastopexy can restore youth to the breasts but the weight, especially if not supported by a good bra, might allow them to sag again over the years.

Lift without reduction

Although technically possible, there are two concerns. With significant weight and size the lift will not be as much. Second, it will not last as long.

Michael Hueneke, MD

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Nashville Plastic Surgeon

Breast Lift without Breast Reduction?

Thank you for the question. Without direct examination or viewing pictures, is not possible to give you precise advice. Generally speaking, breast lifting ( without “reduction”) is possible. Based on your question, it sounds like you also have breast implants; most plastic surgeons would advise you to be very careful about “going bigger” at the same time as you are undergoing breast lifting surgery. I would suggest in-person consultation with well experienced... more