My doctor feels I'm "borderline" for whether or not I need a lift. He suggested 415 or 450 under the muscle implants. He said that was the minimal size I could do without a lift. During my last visit he suggested that I try 500 on. They felt large to me. He said it would give me more of a lift. I feel better about the 415 or 450 but now I'm second guessing myself. I'm 50 years old, 5'4" and 125lbs. If I don't get the lift will my breasts look terrible in ten years.
Answer: Thank you for your question and photos... An examination in person is obviously required to properly evaluate you and make appropriate treatment recommendations. That said, your plastic surgeon has the advantage of having examined you and his or her recommendations are based on that examination measurements so far be it for any of us to disagree. However, your photos show that you appear to have relatively low set breasts on your chest, even though your nipples re not particularly low in relation to your breast.
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Answer: Thank you for your question and photos... An examination in person is obviously required to properly evaluate you and make appropriate treatment recommendations. That said, your plastic surgeon has the advantage of having examined you and his or her recommendations are based on that examination measurements so far be it for any of us to disagree. However, your photos show that you appear to have relatively low set breasts on your chest, even though your nipples re not particularly low in relation to your breast.
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Answer: Breast Implant size - lift or not? You do have some degree of ptosis (or droop) to your breasts at this point. It is likely adding the implant will exaggerate that degree of droop. I would recommend the lift to increase the longevity of your result.
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Answer: Breast Implant size - lift or not? You do have some degree of ptosis (or droop) to your breasts at this point. It is likely adding the implant will exaggerate that degree of droop. I would recommend the lift to increase the longevity of your result.
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April 13, 2022
Answer: Implants Please do not try and avoid getting a lift by getting large heavy implants. They will just sag more over time. You do need a lift because you have sagging breast tissue. Please choose an appropriate size for your frame and tissue and do the lift. You will be much happier in the long run.
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April 13, 2022
Answer: Implants Please do not try and avoid getting a lift by getting large heavy implants. They will just sag more over time. You do need a lift because you have sagging breast tissue. Please choose an appropriate size for your frame and tissue and do the lift. You will be much happier in the long run.
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March 31, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant size - lift or not? Hello @beck108 Thank you for your question and showing your pictures. If you going to have a breast surgery a suggest a lift or a lift with prostheses because just getting big implants won't solve that the breast is sagging. For the most adequate aesthetic result over time what we want is to raise it and rearrange it, to put it in its place, so that the projection of the breast from the anterior axillary line to the external midline and give it projection. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeon for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD FACS
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March 31, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant size - lift or not? Hello @beck108 Thank you for your question and showing your pictures. If you going to have a breast surgery a suggest a lift or a lift with prostheses because just getting big implants won't solve that the breast is sagging. For the most adequate aesthetic result over time what we want is to raise it and rearrange it, to put it in its place, so that the projection of the breast from the anterior axillary line to the external midline and give it projection. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeon for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD FACS
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March 28, 2022
Answer: Breast lift Thanks for your question! I think the answer really depends on your goals. I would suggest taking B&A photos of patients that you like to your surgeon and getting his opinion. That can help guide the conversation. Good luck!
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March 28, 2022
Answer: Breast lift Thanks for your question! I think the answer really depends on your goals. I would suggest taking B&A photos of patients that you like to your surgeon and getting his opinion. That can help guide the conversation. Good luck!
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March 24, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant size - lift or not? If you are truly concerned about the appearance of your breasts 10 years from now, having a lift with a smaller implant would be the better option. I suspect a 500cc implant will take you beyond your desired volume and the added weight will likely accelerate the otherwise gradual sagging to your breasts. Discuss you options further and inform your surgeon about your concern regarding appearance in 10 years.
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March 24, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant size - lift or not? If you are truly concerned about the appearance of your breasts 10 years from now, having a lift with a smaller implant would be the better option. I suspect a 500cc implant will take you beyond your desired volume and the added weight will likely accelerate the otherwise gradual sagging to your breasts. Discuss you options further and inform your surgeon about your concern regarding appearance in 10 years.
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