52, 108 pound weight loss. Is it safe to have a back lift and breast lift at the same time? (Photos)

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I am 52, recently lost 108 pounds. I am traveling to Colombia for surgery and want to have a breast lift and a back lift at the same surgery and I am wondering what the recovery complications may be if those areas are combined if any. I will be staying in Cartegena for 3 weeks to recover.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your impressive weight loss!  You appear to be a great candidate for a back lift to help contour your silhouette.  You can combine the two procedures, but there is risk that comes with any surgery.  Some potential concerns will be infection, bleeding, and wound complications.  I encourage you to reconsider and have your procedures performed by a board certified plastic surgeon.  This is for your safety and to optimize your results.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Yes, a back lift and breast lift can be done simultaneously.  The breast lift technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method.  This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness, 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.

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