Will Breasts Be Pulled Down During Tummy Tuck?

This is a very good question, and the answer is yes! Although, they won't be moved down much. This is particularly important when you get tummy tuck at the same time as a tummy tuck because the incisions to place the implants may become more noticeable after the tummy tuck. However, with just a tummy tuck your breast shape shouldn't change too dramatically.

Thank you for your question regarding whether a tummy tuck will pull your breasts down when the skin is tightened. During a tummy tuck, the surgeon removes excess skin and fat from the abdominal area, and the remaining skin is pulled down to create a tighter, flatter stomach. While this process affects the abdominal area, it doesn’t typically pull the breast tissue downward in any noticeable way.

The skin tightening in a tummy tuck is focused primarily on the lower abdomen, and although some minor tightening may occur around the upper abdomen, it generally does not significantly impact the position of the breasts. If you're concerned about sagging breasts or the position of your breasts, this would be better addressed with a breast lift or breast augmentation.

For patients who experience breast ptosis (sagging) due to weight loss, pregnancy, or aging, many choose to combine a tummy tuck with a breast lift as part of a mommy makeover to get the best results for both the abdomen and breasts. However, the tummy tuck procedure alone should not cause noticeable changes to the position of your breasts.

If you're still concerned about how the tummy tuck might affect your breasts, I would recommend discussing your goals and concerns with your plastic surgeon during your consultation.

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Thank you for your question! No, the position of the breasts should not change with a tummy tuck procedure.