5'7" tall and 150 pounds, 35in around chest - Do I need a Breast Lift? (photos)

After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants. They then get to choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Mildly Sagging Breasts: If your breasts are mildly droopy, a saline or silicone gel implant placed behind the pectoral muscle might help create the illusion of perkiness. That’s because as the implant fills out the top of the breast, it also fills out the bottom, making it look as if the nipple has moved higher. It hasn’t. You can always get a lift later if you feel you are not perky enough when fully settled and healed. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Hi & thanks for your question!
Based on your photo you will not need a lift. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

It depends on the location of your nipples in relation to your breast fold. If they are located at or below your breast fold, then a lift would be recommended. A profile shot would be helpful.

Your breasts are too low on the chest wall. Adding implants will make them larger and lower. The technique I recommend is a lift using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. Later, fat transfers or small implants can be placed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hello and thank you for posting. No, I do not think you need a lift. Filling out your breasts with the correct size implants will give you great results. Because you are 5’7’’ and are looking for a D cup, 470cc does look like a good opción. i would not go bigger because bigger heavier implants may lead to faster breast ptosis.

Best of Luck,
Dr. Miguel Mota

Dear Gregarious734615,
determining whether you need simply a breast augmentation versus a breast lift can be somewhat complicated. It depends on a number of factors including skin laxity and current nipple position. Generally speaking, if the nipples are lower than the inframammary line the patient will most likely need a breast lift. If the nipples are at or above the inframammary line we can generally get by with just a breast augmentation depending on the size of the implant the patient wants. I often still using implant when I perform a breast lift because it provides more upper breast fullness after the lift. To be sure a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help determine what the patient actually needs.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Your nipples are well above your breast fold and in good position. So you definitely do not need a breast lift. I think you will do well with a breast augmentation alone. 470cc a larger than most of my 5'7" patients pick, but might fit depending on style and base width. Discuss any questions with your surgeon. Good luck.

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. You are a good candidate for breast augmentation without the need for a lift. You will have a great result. Good luck!

Hello,
From the image provided, it appears that a breast lift may not be necessary for you. However, I recommend scheduling a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to explore your available options further. Best wishes!

You would probably do well without a lift. Your breasts naturally sit somewhat low on your chest and implants will not change this.