Will I need a breast lift, or would the implant sufficiently inflate my breasts? (Photo)

I appreciate your concerns however it appears from your photo that your breasts demonstrate slight asymmetry, left nipple a bit lower than the right and modest ptosis. However you have more than ample breast tissue and unless you desire to be much larger, it appears that breast lift alone would be your best option. Your breasts can then be lifted and shaped nicely into a perky shape and position. Implants alone may fill out a bit of your deflation, but will make you considerably larger and have minimal impact on your ptosis. Come see me or another board-certified plastic surgeon in our area to explore the best options for you. Good luck.

Dear jetjcar,
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