Can I have breast implant exchange without lift? (photo)

Dear Original367391,

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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Please do not do this. That large size will be much too heavy and large for your frame and tissue, and you will just sag. Plus, that large implant will not stay behind the muscle. You will just overly stretch your own tissue and ruin your breasts. It would be best to go down in size. You might still not be a candidate for a lift depending upon how stretched your tissue is now.