Should I lose weight before getting a breast lift? Are there payment plans for these type of procedures?

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Hi my name is Monique, and I weigh about 250 and I'm about 5'7. My weight has been up and down. I usually lose weight than gain, lose weight than gain so now. My breast are sitting low. Should I lose weight before getting a breast lift?

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

It is important to be at a maintainable, healthy weight before any kind of cosmetic surgery as if will affect your results. So, yes, loose some weight before considering surgery. My best,
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Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

It would be a good idea. When you lose weight, it
not only reduces the size of your waist and thighs, but it might also reduce
the size of your breasts, because breasts are made up mostly of fatty tissue. If
this happens, you might be left with saggy breasts and stretched skin. If you
are planning to lose 10 percent or more of your body weight (25 pounds or more in your case), it makes sense to
wait until you have reached your goal before you have breast lift surgery. In order to be proportional,
you need to know your true starting size. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery Q&A book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

If you tend to lose weight in your breasts, it can affect lift results before or after.I would recommend weight loss prior to lift. An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to discuss your options and expectations.

Stephen W. Gordon, MD · Answer

At 5’7 and 250 pounds, your BMI is 39.2. Technically you are classified as being obese. Offhand, you need to lose about 90 pounds. We don’t know your current cup size. You might consider a breast reduction rather than a lift. Resubmit your question with pictures and your bra size. There are an abundance of payment plans available to finance this type of surgery. Thank you.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Yes, I think you need to lose weight and get to a lower BMI before considering a breast lift.  Best of luck.

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