Should I Get a Breast Lift? Which Kind of Lift? (photo)

I am 21 years old and I am thinking about getting a breast lift. I have done a lot of research as to which would be best for me. So far the one that has stuck out to me is the Ultimate lift but I am not sure. I'm 5'10" 38F, about 220 lbs. I plan on losing weight to get down to 170. When i was at the weight I was a little bigger than DD What do you recommend? I still want to maintain a large bust. *I have not have kids and dont plan on it for a while* but still not sure if i should wait or not

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What kind of breast lift

Your photo shows a breast droop with the nipple off the bottom of a very full breast, perhaps an H-cup. The nipple actually falls below your elbow. We are in favor of a vertical lift for most if possible, however we are concerned with weight loss you will still be at least a DDD, and the skin envelope will be so full that a 'T' reduction, yes reduction, will give you the best shape and the DD you wish for. Lose weight first and see how things are.

Minimal scar breast lift

Kristi, If you like the size of your breasts in a bra, a breast lift will lift you and keep the size. I only do vertical scar breast lifts for any size breast. With my technique, you will have roundness and fullness at the center and top. There is no need for a horizontal scar. I use your own tissue to build the center ank keep the fullness where you want it most. Thanks, Luis Vinas MD

The Ultimate Breast Lift

The traditional technique used to lift and reduce breasts is the Wise pattern or inverted T. This procedure was developed in 1956 and used the skin envelope to provide the lift. Unfortunately, the skin has inadequate strength to maintain the lift (particularly in large breasts) and the breasts descend, bottoming out. This technique depends on the inferior breast tissue pedicle to supply the nipple and consequently numbness frequently occurs. Breast feeding is often... more

It Depends On What Size/Shape You'll Be After You Reach Your Goal Weight

Thank you for your question and photograph. You should definitely wait until you reach your goal of 170lbs before you undergo the procedure for this important reason: You won't know how large your breasts will be after you reach 170. Even though you were previously at that weight and believe you were a DD, there's no guarantee that you will be that size again. You may be bigger or smaller. If you get the surgery done now, you may remove too little or too much, and you probably won't be... more

Jerome Edelstein, MD

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Toronto Plastic Surgeon

Should I Get a #BreastLift? Which Kind of Lift? (photo) ANS:

I haven't really heard of the "Ultimate Lift" either but I think you will need/want a Breast Reduction at some point. The question really is when you think you want to do it. At 21, you are pretty young and that is a big operation that might make breast feeding impossible and if you weight changes over the next few years you may need another breast operation. But I really think a classic Breast Reduction is in your future sometime.

Should I Get a Breast Lift? Which Kind of Lift?

A LIFT? Based upon the posted photo you need a reduction/lift, the inverted T incision. Best to be seen in person by a boarded PS in your city.

Breast treatment plan

I would first recommend you hold off on your breast procedure until you have achieved your goal weight. If you opt for the procedure now and then you lose an addition 30-50 lbs, your breasts may change and you may need additional surgery.If you are happy with your volume and your primary concern is sagging, I think you would likley benefit from just a breast lift. The basic principle with any breast lift is that you have to accept some degree of scar to achieve that much... more

Breast lift

If you are planning on losing weight, I would wait until you aha reached your goal. Often the breasts get smaller and usually sag more.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Mastopexy is not answer for large breasts, breast reduction is.

At your breast size of 38 F, you can not be lifted without reducing size of your breasts. You are sagging because of weight of your breasts and trying to lift without addressing the reason for your sag will fail to provide success. You need breast reduction. Lift happens as part of contouring.

Breast Lift Type

I have been in practice for 15 years and have never heard the term Ultimate Lift used by any surgeon in my community or at any meeting. I suspect it is a marketing term only. As everyone here has stated, you will need a full breast lift/reduction to achieve a good breast shape.