Are my Breast Sagging Enough That I Should Be Considering Getting a Breast Lift? (photo)

I have always had large breasts, most of the women in my family do. Until this past year I had been a 36 DD, but now I am a 36DDD. I know that with my breast size they won't be as "perky" as smaller breast are but are they sagging enough for me to have surgery? I am 21 years old. Since this is how they look now I assume that ageing and potential pregnancies are going to be really tough on them. I have also been trying to lose weight. Could you also tell me if surgery is my only option.

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Breast Lift in 21 year old

A breast lift could improve the sagging of the breasts. However, if near future pregnancy is an option, waiting to perform the breast lift in the future may be prudent.

Breast lift

The photo you posted is not ideal and you may appear differently in person. In person is the best way to be properly evaluated. If your breasts are sagging, then a lift seems reasonable.

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Breast Lift Needed?

Thank you for your question and photo. You look like you would benefit from breast lifting surgery. I ask my patients to be at a stable, long term weight prior to surgery as gaining / losing weight will affect the results of the breast surgery. Most patients (If properly selected and who are doing the operations and the right time of their lives psychosocially) accept the scars associated with breast augmentation/breast lifting surgery as long as they are happy with... more

Breast lift/reduction

Thank you for the pictures. It looks like you would be an excellent candidate for a full mastopexy if you wish to keep your current size. With this procedure you keep the same volume but you end up with a tighter perkier breast with higher areolas. The incisions are the same as with a breast reduction; around the areola, a vertical incision, and horizontal incision. It is also best to be at your goal weight before surgery to get your best results. I hope this... more

A breast can reshape your breasts

Hello Thank you for the question and photo. If you like your overall breast volume size but you would like a better shape and nipple position then a breast lift is a wonderful option for you. Unfortunately there are no good nonsurgical options for you at this time. The breast lift type that will benefit you most is called a circum-vertical breast lift and involves an incision around your Areola as well as an incision down your breast. All the best, Dr Remus Repta more

When is it time to get a lift

Thanks for your question and your posted picture - In our San Francisco area practice we perform breast lifts frequently. Timing for a breast lift is a complicated subject. Breast lifts correct "ptosis" which is another term for breast sag. Ptosis is measured by the position of your nipple in comparison to your breast fold (where your breast meets your chest wall). Typically nipples that are below the infra-mammary fold may be candidates for breast lift. You... more

When the nipples are pointing down, it is time for a breast lift/reduction.

Women don't like it when their nipples are starting to point toward the floor, especially at your age. You would benefit from a vertical lift/reduction (they are really the same operation, just depends on what size you want to be). This could reduce you to, for example, a full C-cup size with your nipples appropriately situated. This will likely make you feel a lot better about your appearance. You are correct that the problem does tend to get worse with age... more

Breast Lift?

Thank you for your question and for providing the photo. Though impossible to tell for sure without an examination, it would appear that you are a candidate for a breast lift or a reduction. The major difference between the 2 procedures is in the volume reduction. The scars are essentially the same, as is the recovery. Either lifting or reducing your breasts would elevate them back onto your chest and move the nipple to its mid portion. This will center the nipple on the breast so that they... more

Considering Breast lift or reduction

You are a candidate for either breast lift or reduction depending on whether you want to reduce the volume of your breasts. If you prefer to keep the same volume then a breast lift can help you reshape your breasts. If you feel your breasts is a bit to big for your body, then you should consider breast reduction to make your breasts more proportional to your body. There are several surgical options regarding both breast lift and breast reduction. Make sure you understand what are the... more

Are my Breast Sagging Enough That I Should Be Considering Getting a Breast Lift?

If you feel that your breasts are sagging, and that improving their contour is good for you, then a plastic surgeon will be able to offer you a breast lift, and can review the pros and cons. If you would also like smaller, breasts, a breast reduction can be considered, with pretty much the same incision pattern. Either way, you will have an easier time with surgery and have a nicer outcome if you are close to your desired weight. Yes, aging and... more