I'm Only 15 and my Breasts Are Already Saggy - What Can I Do?

Thank you for the question. The truth is there is little you can do. It is unfortunately genetic. The more fluctuation in weight the greater the sag. A great way to slow down the breasts from sagging is to wear a well supported bra. Wearing a bra as much as possible prevents the droopiness of skin and breast tissue. Good luck to you.

         When patients have
significant breast sag, I don’t feel that they should be denied the benefits of
breast lift surgery because of an arbitrary age cutoff. Before proceeding,
there are several unique considerations in this group that must be considered.

 

         One of these is the
issue of breast growth. I would prefer stabilization of breast growth for at
least six months prior to proceeding with surgery. Another issue is the age of
consent. Because of this, parents should be involved in every step of the
decision making process.

 

         Breast lift surgery
is associated with high patient satisfaction rates. Younger patients may
experience benefits that may not occur in older patients. These include less teasing
about their breast sag at a time when their self image is developing and
improved athletic performance at a time when participating in sports is
important.

 

         Without pictures and
a physical exam, it’s hard to know what type of breast lift is best for you. In
some cases where breasts are large, breast reduction can be performed as a
component of your breast lift.

 

         If you’re
considering a breast lift, consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon
is appropriate. It’s also important that your parents be a part of the
decision.