Age 50, 5'2", 118lbs, 28DD - would breast lift/reduction help my issues? (Photos)

Question

I would like to know if a breast reduction and/or lift would help my issues. My right breast is larger than my left. As I've aged and breastfed, I've had more sagging. At 50, I would like to be able to wear a normal bra or even go without sometimes. I work out every day and I'm tired of bouncing around or my arms hitting my breasts when I walk or jog. I am 5'2" and 118 pounds. My weight is stable and I'm in good health. My measurements are 33 inches around my fullest and 28 around my rib cage.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You are a great candidate for breast uplift surgery. You do not need a breast reduction. With breast lift operation, you will be very happy. Best wishes

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank-you for your query. Your nipples seem to be in good position although you do have significant asymmetry. You do not really need a lift but will benefit from some reduction on the heavier side with some tightening of breast tissues for your comfort. Please find an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Ryan Rebowe, MD · Answer

Based on your complaints and your pictures, a breast lift would likely be beneficial. A breast lift and reduction are more or less on the same spectrum of surgeries, however during a breast reduction more tissue is removed than a breast lift. A breast lift will remove a bit of tissue, even out your breasts, and allow you to possibly go without a bra at times. Based on your pictures, you would not qualify for a standard breast reduction, as you do not have a relative excess of tissue.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

You're a great candidate for an awake breast lift / reduction. No general anesthesia. No implant. Your breasts would be fully lifted and tightened through an incision around the areola and straight down to the fold of the breast in a lollipop fashion. We can discuss all the details during the consultation. Please visit the website and view the before and after photos to see the possibilities.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

The technique I recommend is 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.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Thanks for your question! If you are bothered by the droop and size of your breasts, then yes, a reduction is absolutely an option! We could remove more breast tissue from the larger size to get you more symmetry. Please be sure to consult with a qualified plastic surgeon in your area. Best of luck!

Albert Ko, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and pictures! Yes, you are a great candidate for a breast lift. This is a great surgery to decrease breast size, while lifting up your breasts. Many patients find that after this procedure they are happier and have less neck back, and shoulder pain. Best of luck!

George Bitar, MD · Answer

Based on your description, a breast reduction will allow you to achieve better symmetry by reducing the right breast more to even out the volumes.  Reducing the breast size and tightening the skin will reduce the movement of the breasts with exercise; however, natural breasts will continue to bounce with jogging and still may strike your arm.  A breast reduction (and good sports bra) will reduce that from happening but may not eliminate it completely, depending on how much smaller you want to be.  I would recommend consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and get recommendations on what to expect.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear ATS22,
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. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You need a lift not a reduction. However you have so little breast tissue that a small implant might be helpful in addition to the lift.

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Age 50, 5'2", 118lbs, 28DD - would breast lift/reduction help my issues? (Photos)

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