Breast drop - Could it be torn Cooper ligaments and is a breast lift possible?

Question

Hello,I am 40 years old,just finished lactation,my breast differs in size,shape and heaviness with each other: the smaller one is very heavy, lost its shape and drops,the other one is almost get back to my previous shape. An ultrasound doesn’t show any abnormalities. If the smaller breast is pooling down from the clavicle,droops more, could it be torn Cooper ligaments, and if they are torn is it possible to have a breast lift surgry?

Sean Arredondo, MD · Answer

It is so hard to predict what changes will happen after pregnancy and lactation. During lactation the heavier and larger breasts will stretch the cooper’s ligaments, they don’t always retract. Sometimes the breasts do change differently! I would advise waiting at least 6 months after stopping lactation to see what any other changes may occur. If they are still asymmetric a breast lift can still be done. In some instances, one side will have more tissue removed to make the two breasts more even. I hope this helped!

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can dramatically change the breasts by causing laxity in the Cooper’s ligaments. During a breast lift, this can be corrected to improve the shape and symmetry.

Ryan Rebowe, MD · Answer

Breast ptosis results from the stretching of all of the soft tissue of the breast including the skin and Cooper's ligaments. Breast lift surgery repositions the breast skin and soft tissues to make the breast higher and more aesthetically pleasing. While this does not target the Cooper's ligaments directly, it will give the overall breast a better shape and typically will allow the breast to match the body more appropriately.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Malishka2022,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I appreciate concerns, however, it sounds like you are experiencing normal breast sagging after breast-feeding, usually seen when breast-feeding is continued for several months. Usually the baby, for some reason prefers one breast, and it sounds like that is why one breast is sagging more than the other. Mastopexy is an excellent option for you to restore the shape, improve symmetry and lift your breasts. Come see me or another board-certified plastic surgeon in our area to explore the best options for you.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, you have two different breasts which may not do the exact same thing. They are "sisters and not twins."  Yes, you can have a breast lift on the sagging side. Wait until you are 6 months after breast feeding before having surgery,.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

It is quite common for breasts to droop after pregnancy and breast feeding.  Most commonly, infants like one breast more than the other (it might be hw the one breast produces or delivers the breast milk more readily) which leads to an asymmetrical breast appearance post lactation.
You should wait 3-6 months post breast feeding to evaluate the final result, then consider a breast lift.  I do not feel it has anything to do you the Cooper ligaments.
Dr. Taranow

Breast drop - Could it be torn Cooper ligaments and is a breast lift possible?

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