I recently booked a surgery date for implants only. I've seen at least 4 surgeons, 3 of the 4 told me I do not NEED a breast lift. The one I ultimately chose told me I'm on the cusp of needing a lift due to my weightloss. I understand that there is some elasticity to my skin and my nipple position is a little lower. I'm getting antsy thinking I may need a lift, but I realize I could get one later on in life - maybe after having kids. After all, won't the implant still look good in clothing?
May 18, 2022
Answer: Lift or no lift From your photos it appears your breast sit a little low on the chest, but you should achieve acceptable results with no lift at this time. If you are unhappy you can always return for a lift later on.
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May 18, 2022
Answer: Lift or no lift From your photos it appears your breast sit a little low on the chest, but you should achieve acceptable results with no lift at this time. If you are unhappy you can always return for a lift later on.
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May 18, 2022
Answer: 23 year-old seeking implants, do you think I need a breast lift as well? Please give alternate opinions! Dear @MsSurgerySeeker thank you for your question and showing your pictures. There are several factors to consider including patient's expectations in order to make an appropriate surgical plan. The current volume of the tissue and the symmetry of the nipples must also be taken into account. Some techniques can be considered if you do not want implants such as fat transfer to the breast of your own fat, breast augmentation with prostheses and make a little pexy or lift with the incision made only by the nipple without further scarring. For more information and recommendations is best to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS
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May 18, 2022
Answer: 23 year-old seeking implants, do you think I need a breast lift as well? Please give alternate opinions! Dear @MsSurgerySeeker thank you for your question and showing your pictures. There are several factors to consider including patient's expectations in order to make an appropriate surgical plan. The current volume of the tissue and the symmetry of the nipples must also be taken into account. Some techniques can be considered if you do not want implants such as fat transfer to the breast of your own fat, breast augmentation with prostheses and make a little pexy or lift with the incision made only by the nipple without further scarring. For more information and recommendations is best to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS
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May 17, 2022
Answer: Mini lift with fat transfers or small implants Your breasts are low on the chest wall. Adding implants will result in further descent. You will need a lift and the technique I recommend is a mini lift. Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, fat transfers or small implants can be placed totally submuscular.
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May 17, 2022
Answer: Mini lift with fat transfers or small implants Your breasts are low on the chest wall. Adding implants will result in further descent. You will need a lift and the technique I recommend is a mini lift. Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, fat transfers or small implants can be placed totally submuscular.
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