Do I need a breast lift or can I just get implants? (Photo)

Thank you for your inquiry! Based on the photos, an implant may give you enough volume so you would not need a lift. We would love to meet with you to discuss your options. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to help you reach your goals.

From the front, it appears that your nipples are located below your fold. For this reason, a lift is recommended. The implants need to be centred behind the nipples, so without a lift, your implants may not give you much fullness in the upper portion of your breasts.

Dear jclark36816,
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, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery