Are my breasts saggy/ptotic?

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I'm 21 and concerned about my breasts. They're causing me a lot of grief no and I'm very embarrassed of them. I've been bra fitted and was told I'm a 34dd however to me my breasts look small and I feel I have a wide space between them? . They also look saggy and uneven. I've tried the pencil test and the pencil falls from under both breasts. My breasts also look different when they're cold or I feel cold. What is wrong with my breasts and what can j do about them?

Jeff Angobaldo, MD · Answer

Thank ypu for submitting your question.  I am sorry ypu feel frustrated.    A breast lift will elevate a sagging breast for a nicer and rounder shape and help correct assymetries. Consult with a board certified Plastic Surgeon.  Best Wishes.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.From your photos, yes you do appear to have some ptosis.  A mastopexy (breast lift) would give your breasts a more youthful appearance by improving shape and repositioning your areolas.  A Breast Augmentation would improve the volume.  A combination of both can also be performed.

The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

best of luck!

Dr Schwartz

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for the question and photos. It does appear that you could improve the appearance of your breasts with a lift which will improve shape and also reposition/resize your areolas. This could be done with or without breast implants.I recommend that you book a consultation with a board certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss your options.All the best

George Volpe, MD · Answer

There is a technical definition regarding ptosis (this is the medical term for saggy).  This is when the nipple hangs lower than the fold under the breast. Often surgeons use this to determine if one requires a breast lift or if breast augmentation will suffice.  unfortunately, there is no breast lifting technique that does not leave scars. A good examination by a plastic surgeon will help determine what type of lifting technique may be utilized. Other concerns can be addressed at that time including cleavage and asymmetry. Good luck.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry and pictures.  You do have some breast asymmetry and ptosis (drooping), but many women do.  If you desire lifting your breasts are increasing your symmetry, I recommend you see a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss.

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