Im 25 and I have 3 kids. I have sagging breast and im planning on getting saline tuba breast implants, High profile.The surgeon I saw said I could get the implants but i would have to get it very large ones. Im small 5ft1 and 106 pounds and a 34 a cup. Is it really possible to get the implants with out the lift? and im ok with getting a large c cup or small d cup? how many cc would i have to get? Is it even possible with out the lift?
Answer: Saggy Breasts: Can I Get Implants Without a Lift? Thank you for your question. Based on your photos it does appear that you would benefit from a lift. In general, if your nipple is located at or above the crease below your breast then a lift is typically not needed. In addition to nipple position, measurements are also used to determine when to add a lift. It's important to know the breast implants do not lift the nipple to any significant degree, so you can't escape the lift by using a breast implant. Breast sagging is a spectrum and women with mild/moderate sagging can sometimes go either way. In this situation, I typically recommend breast augmentation as an initial procedure, waiting six months, and then only performing a breast lift if it is truly needed. When considering breast augmentation make sure you find a board certified plastic surgeon who will take the time to answer all of your questions and explain all of your options, so that you can decide which procedures are right for you.
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Answer: Saggy Breasts: Can I Get Implants Without a Lift? Thank you for your question. Based on your photos it does appear that you would benefit from a lift. In general, if your nipple is located at or above the crease below your breast then a lift is typically not needed. In addition to nipple position, measurements are also used to determine when to add a lift. It's important to know the breast implants do not lift the nipple to any significant degree, so you can't escape the lift by using a breast implant. Breast sagging is a spectrum and women with mild/moderate sagging can sometimes go either way. In this situation, I typically recommend breast augmentation as an initial procedure, waiting six months, and then only performing a breast lift if it is truly needed. When considering breast augmentation make sure you find a board certified plastic surgeon who will take the time to answer all of your questions and explain all of your options, so that you can decide which procedures are right for you.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Saggy Breasts: Can I Get Implants Without a Lift? Thank you for the question and pictures. There is no doubt in my mind that you will not do well with breast augmentation surgery alone, regardless of the size of the breast implants utilized. Breast lifting will be necessary to achieve aesthetically pleasing results. For some patients the necessity of additional scars associated with breast lifting surgery is a “dealbreaker” ; for these patients it is better to avoid breast surgery altogether.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Saggy Breasts: Can I Get Implants Without a Lift? Thank you for the question and pictures. There is no doubt in my mind that you will not do well with breast augmentation surgery alone, regardless of the size of the breast implants utilized. Breast lifting will be necessary to achieve aesthetically pleasing results. For some patients the necessity of additional scars associated with breast lifting surgery is a “dealbreaker” ; for these patients it is better to avoid breast surgery altogether.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Saggy breasts need a lift Thank you for your question and photographs. Based on your photos I would recommend against a breast augmentation alone, particularly with a trans-umbilical approach. You have evidence of significant sagging (ptosis) and will definitely need a lift to get an optimal result. A large implant will only add unnecessary weight that will cause further tissue stretch and worsen your ptosis. Patients sometimes lose sight of the desired goal, which is a well shaped breast with fullness in the upper pole. Some patients will need a lift and the subsequent scars to get the desired shape and contour. In most patients the scars will fade with time. I would recommend that you get a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Saggy breasts need a lift Thank you for your question and photographs. Based on your photos I would recommend against a breast augmentation alone, particularly with a trans-umbilical approach. You have evidence of significant sagging (ptosis) and will definitely need a lift to get an optimal result. A large implant will only add unnecessary weight that will cause further tissue stretch and worsen your ptosis. Patients sometimes lose sight of the desired goal, which is a well shaped breast with fullness in the upper pole. Some patients will need a lift and the subsequent scars to get the desired shape and contour. In most patients the scars will fade with time. I would recommend that you get a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Large implant vs lift. A common misconception is that you can lift ptotic breast by going with a larger implant. No one want additional scars on their breasts, however if you need a lift, you need a lift. It just doen't make sense that if your breasts are already sagging placing a large heavy implant will cure that condition over time. Remember gravity is always working against us. As a surgeon who specializes in revisionary breast surgery, I will often see the same scenario over and over again. "My breasts were drooping, my Dr. told me that I don't need a lift, just get bigger implants" 6 months later, "my breasts are much larger than i wanted and they are even more droppy". Be careful of the surgeon who tells you that you should just put in larger implants and you don't need a lift. Many of the TUBA surgeons in this community are NOT plast surgeons, but are "facial" plastic surgeons that do breast surgery, and they have not been proprly trained in doing a skillful lift (mastopexy). Remember, it's your body, do your research.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Large implant vs lift. A common misconception is that you can lift ptotic breast by going with a larger implant. No one want additional scars on their breasts, however if you need a lift, you need a lift. It just doen't make sense that if your breasts are already sagging placing a large heavy implant will cure that condition over time. Remember gravity is always working against us. As a surgeon who specializes in revisionary breast surgery, I will often see the same scenario over and over again. "My breasts were drooping, my Dr. told me that I don't need a lift, just get bigger implants" 6 months later, "my breasts are much larger than i wanted and they are even more droppy". Be careful of the surgeon who tells you that you should just put in larger implants and you don't need a lift. Many of the TUBA surgeons in this community are NOT plast surgeons, but are "facial" plastic surgeons that do breast surgery, and they have not been proprly trained in doing a skillful lift (mastopexy). Remember, it's your body, do your research.
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March 15, 2014
Answer: Can I get beast implants without beast lift? If you love your body, and want it to be beautiful, then focus upon results rather than procedures. The question is, how to best go from what you have to the breasts you want? Proportionate in size, nicely shaped, natural texture, symmetry between right and left, no visible scars or signs of implant(s), normal sensation, accommodating to your lifestyle.
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March 15, 2014
Answer: Can I get beast implants without beast lift? If you love your body, and want it to be beautiful, then focus upon results rather than procedures. The question is, how to best go from what you have to the breasts you want? Proportionate in size, nicely shaped, natural texture, symmetry between right and left, no visible scars or signs of implant(s), normal sensation, accommodating to your lifestyle.
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