Would you recommend a mesh implant for breast lift with implants in my case? (Photos)

Hello, thank you for your question. That is wonderful for losing weight! It is possible to achieve perkier lifted larger breasts without the mesh you are describing. Speak to your plastic surgeon about your options and feel free to check out our breast lift before and afters through our link.

An internal bra adds support when your own tissues have thinned and stretched. This is often the case after weight loss or multiple pregnancies. Because it also offloads the weight of the implants and breast tissue, there is less tension on the skin so possibly better healing and long-term stability. I think it is a good idea based on your photos.

It all depends on the surgeon you choose. Some surgeons use it regularly and others rarely. Concentrate on choosing the right surgeon for you, not on whether or not they use mesh

Dear Reserved477062,
my preferred lift is a lollipop lift when a periareolar won't do (ie greater than 2cm lift required). The lollipop technique was created by a Canadian plastic surgeon named Elizabeth Hall-Findley and treats the breast as a three dimensional structure instead of two dimensions (anchor - lift). Most importantly it does not require the horizontal component scars that the anchor-lift requires and breasts appear much more natural, lifted, and less boxy. Lastly, the lift lasts longer because the lollipop doesn't rely on the skin to hold the breast up, its actually breast tissue thats being brought together to support the breast and hence improves longevity.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Mesh can be helpful, but is more expensive and does increase the risk of capsule formation. Personally, I usually don't use mesh for the initial surgery, unless in long distant runners, but use it if needed in revisions.

Hi Reserved477062, excellent questions. Yes, I would recommend galaflex with your case. With massive weight loss, you lose the normal soft tissue support. Galaflex is excellent for supporting the implant and acting as an internal bra.

Hello and thank you for your questions and your pictures. Although an in-person examination would provide more specific details, based on your photo, it seems that you have some laxity and mobility of your breast tissues and likely your inframammary folds. As such you would likely benefit from a scaffold for support such as Galaflex. However, it is not imperative to have it. You should discuss it with your surgeon. Best wishes!

I do not use Galaflex with my augmentation mastopexy (breast augmentation with breast lift). Every surgeon has their own techniques, and there is no right and wrong answer (unless they don't agree with me :-) ).
You do appear to be a very good candidate for the two combined procedures.
Best wishes.
Dr. Taranow