Can I achieve more volume at the top and less rubbing at the bottom of the breasts with a lift alone? (photos)

Thanks for your question. From your pictures, you seem to be a good candidate for a breast lift with implants if you would like volume at the top. A breast lift would only address the droopiness and not the volume loss at the top. I recommend scheduling a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon that has extensive experience with breast procedures and clean credentials. Hope this helps. Take care, Moises Salama MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Hi jenicole317,
A breast lift can remove excess lower pole skin, reducing skin on skin contact, while actively reshaping the breast internally to provide more central fullness. The breast lift will also vertically move the nipple. Based on your concerns, a breast lift would be appropriate. As long as her goal is to remain approximately the same size, with an improved shape, this would be possible without implants.
Hope this helps.
Best,Christopher Pannucci MD MSBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonPlastic Surgery NorthwestSpokane, Washington

A lift alone could achieve your goals, "more volume at the top and less rubbing at the bottom,'" but you will lose some volume. If the volume loss is acceptable, than a lift alone will suffice. If you have a desire to maintain or increase your breast volume then an implant would be required.