Should I Have a Lift with my Mommy Makeover? (photo)

I have had two PS tell me that I am "borderline" needing a lift. I'm planning on having 350cc silicone round implants. I didn't originally want the lift but as we get closer I am second guessing it. Thanks in advance for your advice.

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30 Doctor Answers | Asked by allinalida in Louisiana

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Should I Have a Lift with my Mommy Makeover?

I agree with those surgeons who favor doing a lift, although that decision would be based on an in person exam and conversation. It is possible that you will have a satisfactory result with an augmentation alone, so I don't think that it would be a mistake to do the augmentation alone, so long as you are prepared for the possibility of needing a lift in the future. Thank you for your question an for the attached photos. All the best.

To lift or not?

I have not checked any of the other answers but its my opinion that choice is entirely up to you. You already have an asymmetry of your nipples with one side lower. If you would be happy with just larger breasts with of hint of droopiness, you don't need a lift. Just because surgeons like to think perfection all the time doesn't mean you have to pursue it yourself. If you're not sure you want the scars of a lift, then don't do it but understand what result is... more

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Lift necessary

In my opinion, based on your photographs, a breast lift is necessary. A more minimal incision list, such as a vertical pattern breast lift is likely sufficient. This kind of breast lift results in a scar that goes around your areola and a straight scar underneath the areola, which is called a lollipop shaped scar.

To Lift or Not to Lift with Augmentation Mammaplasty

I perform a number of breast measurements to assist in making a recommendation to my patients regarding a lift with implants. If the breast gland droops below the inferior breast crease less than 2 centimeters and the nipple is at or above the inferior breast crease, breast augmentation alone is one of the recommendations. Breast lift with enlargement may still give the best look, however. If the patient’s measurements exceed the parameters outlined above, breast enlargement alone will... more

To lift or not?

I don't think you are borderline at all. I definitely think you need a lift. A vertical lift with lollipop cars and about a 350 cc implant should be about right.

For optimal results with minimal scars I recommend The Mini Ultimate Breast Lift

I would recommend breast augmentation with circumareola approach. Using this technique it is possible to place the implant, reshape your breast to increase projection and reposition them higher and more medial to increase cleavage. The optimal result is obtained by aligning your areola, breast tissue and implant all over the bony prominence of your chest to produce maximum anterior projection. This technique allows the use of a smaller implant to achieve the desire... more

Breast Lift Necessary?

Thank you for the question on pictures. I think you will be happier with the shape and longevity of the breast surgery performed if you undergo breast lifting as well as breast augmentation surgery. Many patients (If properly selected and who are doing the operations at the right time of their lives psychosocially) accept the scars associated with breast augmentation/breast lifting surgery as long as they are happy with the improvement in contour, size, and symmetry. This... more

Breast lift with implants

Your shape will be better with a lift along with implant. Look at some before and after photos of women with breasts shaped like yours. The results with and without lifts will show you the differences and pros and cons.

Should I Have a Lift with my Mommy Makeover?

Try implants first than allow healing for 3 to 6 months. After that time if you feel a lifting is needed than proceed.

Breast Lift with a Mommy Makeover

Based on your photos, you will most likely achieve the results you desire with an augmentation and a lift. In borderline cases, sufficient lift can be achieved with implants alone. If you are hesitant to have a combined procedure, augmentation can be performed first followed by a lift at a later date. Good Luck!