36E wanting to go down to a B cup: I'm 31 years old. (Photos)

After reading your question and for sharing your photos it does look like you are a good candidate for breast reduction and/ or lift surgery. You should consult in person with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast reduction surgery to learn more about your options. Best of luck

I believe you just need a lift.  When the breasts are lifted even without removing breast tissue they will seem much smaller than they do now.  If you get a reduction your breasts will end up a lot smalller than you think especially as the swelling goes down .

Hello,I think that a small reduction will aid in the durability and quality of a breast lift for you. Go visit a few ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeons who specialize in breast surgery. Best of luck!

Yes, I think a small reduction/lift would be ideal.   I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Dear Brianna8888,it is hard to tell for sure without an examination, but based on your photos, you look like a good candidate for a breast lift. My preferred lift is a lollipop lift when a periareolar won't do (ie greater than 2cm lift required). The lollipop technique was created by a Canadian plastic surgeon named Elizabeth Hall-Findley and treats the breast as a three dimensional structure instead of two dimensions (anchor - lift). Most importantly it does not require the horizontal component scars that the anchor-lift requires and breasts appear much more natural, lifted, and less boxy. Lastly, the lift lasts longer because the lollipop doesn't rely on the skin to hold the breast up, its actually breast tissue thats being brought together to support the breast and hence improves longevity. I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Brianna8888,  You would be a candidate for either option. In my hands, both surgeries are the same but with a reduction, I remove more breast tissue. So as far as which one to do, it all depends what size you want to be.  Sometimes I have patients provide me with photos of their desired size/appearance as it helps establish reasonable expectations. Depending on your desired appearance a B cup may be too small for your frame.
Good luck, Dr. Luong

A breast lift will elevate your breast without changing its volume. A breast reduction not only lifts your breast but reduces its cup size. If you’re happy with the size of your breast then you would want a breast lift. If you feel that they are too large then you would want a reduction as well. As an art student, from the LA County Museum of Art, I believe that many women who have large droopy breast would like to have perky, nonflat, breast. For this reason I like to listen to the patients goals when planning out their surgery. I utilize the HALPERN breast marker, which I invented. I also incorporate the FINNESSE technique, which I also invented. Bleeding, pain and recovery are minimal when compared to traditional techniques. I hope you find this information useful. Please watch the enclosed video.