Breast Augmentation: Q&A

Ask a Question

I've Lost Weight Since my Consultation, Will I Need a Full Lift Now?

My consult was in Oct and was told that I would be ok with a circle lift and implants (425cc silicone unders). I'm a small B, & I've lost about 13 lbs since my consult. I told my doctor I wanted to lose 15 and he said that was Ok; however, it's probably going to end up being 20 pounds by the time I have my surgery.Preop appt is in 3.5 weeks. I'm worried I will now need a full lift. Is there a certain # of cm from bottom of neck to nipple that constitutes a full lift vs a circle lift?

Tags:

Comment on this

12 Doctor Answers | Asked by AnnieP415

Doctor Answers (12)
Community Comments (1)

Weight Loss Changing the Breast Lift

It is possible that the breast deflation from weight loss can make a breast appear droopier and may increase the extensiveness of the lift. Kenneth Hughes, HughesPlasticSurgery, Los Angeles, CA

Don't worry.

Thanks for posting. You should keep your appointment and discuss these new concerns with your plastic surgeon. There's no way to know whether the weight loss has affected you that much until your PS does an exam again. Best wishes, Dr. Aldo.

Aldo Guerra, MD

55 reviews

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

Weight loss and a breast lift.

Losing weight may change the plan for your breastlift. If there is a significant reduction in breast volume with your weight loss, you may wish to have a larger implant if you liked the previous implant size. Having a discussion with your plastic surgeon prior to the preop appointment right before surgery is useful to quell your fears and to answer these questions.

David Bogue, MD

6 reviews

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.drbogue.com

Breast lift

It would be very helpful to see some photos. However, I don't think that a circular lift really accomplishes very much. Most of the time a vertical lift with a lollipop scar is a much better procedure. It shapes the breast better and provides more lift. It also prevents the areolae from stretching out over time, a common problem with a circular lift. Good luck!

Benelli Lift Ideal for Subtle Lifts & Nipple Areolar Control

The Benelli Lift or periareolar mast openly is ideal for very conservative lifts with implants. It is also helpful in correcting nipple Areolar asymmetries and deformities due to tuberous breast deformities. If the nipple position is below the infra mammary fold I would recommend considering a vertical or lollipop mastopexy. Photos and physical examination would be helpful in answering the question. A 15 to 20 lb weight loss is unlikely to change your nipple position... more

Is a full breast lift necessary with weight reduction?

Pictures would help me to provide a more complete answer. There is no single number that can serve as a guide as to when a particular technique works best. Here are some general observations that come from doing these procedures for quite a few years. The circle (Benelli) lift is a nice solution for breasts that have settled just a little but need more than just an augmentation. If there is quite a bit of overhang of the lower portion of the breast, you might want to... more

Lift

It is difficult to answer your question with out photographs. The key to the type of lift needed is the position of your nipple to the base of your breast

Breast changes with weight loss

The real question is has your weight loss changed your degree of breast ptosis or sagging. If you are at all concerned then you need to go in for another consultation with your plastic surgeon.

Breast augment/pexy after weight loss

Congratulations on the weight loss. The big question is whether your breast size and shape have changed significantly as a consequence. You should definitely return to your plastic surgeon for a second consultation under these circumstances.

Breast Aug after weight loss

If there has been no change in your breasts after the weight loss, then it is unlikely the operative plan would change. Given that degree of weight loss, there is still a good chance you won't need the full lift. Of course you will need to be examined by your surgeon before surgery to be sure- that us the only way to know with certainty. Good luck!

Breast Lift Necessary after Weight Loss?

Congratulations on your significant weight loss; you are wise to lose the weight prior to undergoing breast surgery. Assuming your breast exam has not changed significantly, your weight loss does not necessarily mean a change in operative plan. Given that you have concerns, the only way to gain the information you are looking for is to call your plastic surgeon's office and request additional consultation at this time. There are many variables involved in this decision-making;... more

I've Lost Weight Since my Consultation, Will I Need a Full Lift Now

You don't mention if there has been any change in your breasts with the weight loss. If no change, your surgeon's recommendation will not change. There is no single measurement that will determine the type of breast lift that would be best for you. Without a photo, I couldn't even begin to guess. A call to your surgeon is your best bet here. Thanks, good luck with your upcoming procedure.

Doctors will not see your comments on their answers. If you'd like to follow up, please go here to ask another question.

Comments (1)

AnnieP415 16 Nov 2012

My breasts do not seem like they have changed much at all, but they are a little bit smaller. I am still wearing the same bras and filling them out for the most part. I have lost the weight at a healthy rate to give my skin time to shrink back up as I get smaller.

Ask a Question