Hi there, Most of the time, the answer is 'yes.' There are many different types of "sagging," but most of the time, the definitive answer is a surgical breast lift. "Non-surgical breast lifts" are not powerful techniques, and will be reserved for the most minor of sagging situations. Every patient has different goals and anatomy (ie lifting, size, both), so it is incredibly important to not only have a clear set of goals in mind, but to discuss these with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is experienced in breast surgery. Best,Chad Bailey, MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonRenton, Washington, USA
Hi there, The 2023 answer is somewhere in the $6000-13,000 range, depending on what a patient is looking to achieve. A breast lift alone takes time to do right, and, even between different patients attempting to accomplish the same results, may be more or less based on anatomy (ie the larger the breast, the more time it takes). If increasing size is a goal as well, this not only takes time but additional resources (liposuction and fat grafting supplies, implants, etc) which get passed along to the patient. Ultimately, it comes down to anatomy and goals. Make sure your surgeon is always certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. If the price seems too good to be true, it is likely for a reason. We see too many patients coming to us dissatisfied with their results, having to spend more money to get it done right, because they chose price over qualifications for their first surgery. Best,Chad Bailey, MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonRenton, Washington, USAprsurgeons.com
Hi there, A breast lift would achieve your goals of appearing more "cupped," but this may only be temporary without an augmentation of some form. The breast lift will achieve a more youthful and "higher" appearance to your nipples, which are the goals of the operation. But long term upper breast ("upper pole") fullness would be more predictable with an augmentation. This can be done with your own fat (ie fat grafting) or with implants. Implants are not perfect, but they are safe. In my patients, I always give them the option to perform the lift, and consider implants vs. fat grafting later, when they have trepidation with performing both at the same time. Best,Chad Bailey, MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonRenton, Washington, USA
Hi there, Do not pay any money for a non-surgical breast lift. You will not see meaningful results, and will have flushed your $ away. If you are set on an intervention, the best thing you can do for yourself is to commit to a full mastopexy with or without implants or fat grafting. Scars, though inherent to the procedure, will fade with time (they will not disappear, but most patients are very satisfied regardless). Best,Chad Bailey, MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonRenton, Washington, USA
Hi there, First, wait. You want to be at least a year out from lactating before considering any elective breast surgery. At that point, when your breast tissue has stabilized, you will best be able to assess what your goals are, including lifting and/or augmenting. At that point, you will likely be a good candidate for a lift. If you've lost more volume than you were anticipating, you may also consider augmentation with your own fat or with an implant, as well. Best,Chad Bailey, MDBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonRenton, Washington, USA
