Possible pseudoptosis? How can I fix it? (Photo)

It's important to know what size bra you currently wear. Is it a 32, 34, 36 bra, and, of course, the cup size. The strap size is important to know because that affects the diameter of the cup and subsequently the diameter of the breast implant that we choose. We also need to know your height, your weight, and it's helpful to know your dress size as well.  In addition, it would be very helpful if you include photos of yourself. A front view, a side view, and a three-quarter view are most helpful. This will let us see if there are any breast asymmetries, if the breasts are narrow, if the breasts are wide, what your chest wall looks like, and this will also help us make a decision as to the best size breast implant for you.  In my experience in general, if a woman wears a size 36 AB bra and would like to be a C cup, which is the average size that women wear and the average size bra that is sold, she needs a volume of approximately 350 to 390 cc to make that change. This becomes less if she's wearing a 34 bra, because it has a smaller strap size and the cups have a smaller diameter. A smaller diameter implant would then be a volume of approximately 300 to 350 cc. In the same way if she was more petite, maybe a double zero or size one and wore a 32 AB bra, then to become a 32C cup she would only require about 250 to 300 cc.  This is a general number, and of course there are other factors that will affect this. For example, if she has a chest wall issue where the chest is slightly sunken, this is called a pectus deformity, then she would require a little bit more volume to first bring her chest to a level position and then move forward to the projection of a C cup. This may require implants of about 50cc more. It's important to examine the patient and have complete information to make this decision.  breast implant size1.   32 a   to 32 c   needs about 250-275 cc2.   34a    to 34c     needs about 300-350 cc3.   36a    to 36 c     needs about 350-400 cc4.   You will be a double dd or larger  with 400Your doctor will work with you to choose the best implant #shape and #implantprofile based on your goals and measurements.  In my practice, about 15-20% of the patients are good candidates for silicone #shapedimplants.  The profile is determined by the amount of projection versus roundness that the patient desires, as well as the size of the implant and size of her chest. The profiles are usually described as high, moderate plus and moderate.

If you are a minor under age 18,  you need to hold off for now.  You would need to undergo a breast lift and probably a small implant.  This surgery does the nvolve scars, so you need to educate yourself on the different types of lifts and the scars involved.  Reduction of you areolae would automatically be done at the same time.

Thank you for your question and photos.  You have ptosis and enlarged areolas with a mild constriction of the breast.  This is a common shape that can be improved with a breast lift plus minus an implant for added volume.  This is a normal shape but can be modified with surgery.  Your plastic surgeon will be able to show you options.  Best wishes.

Thank you for your question and for the photographs. You have sagging of your breasts and a relatively subtle variant of a tuberous breast deformity. A breast lift will raise your nipple, decrease the size of your areola, and reshape your breasts to a more youthful appearance. If you would like to increase the size of your breasts you can add an implant. An in person examination is needed for definitive recommendations, but I would offer a patient with your similar anatomy a two stage procedure. A two stage procedure means that the lift and augmentation procedures are separated and not performed at the same time. I offered to stage procedures when a lot of lifting is required. Make sure to see board-certified plastic surgeons to discuss your options. 

Thank you for the photos they are very  helpful. You do have ptosis of the breast but the overall appearance of the breast is a variant of the tubular breast. The narrow base of the breast and large areola  are characteristic of this presentation.The good news is this can be corrected nicely with a lift and if desired the addition of an implant. You did not specifically mention your age but it will be important to know if the breasts have changed at all over the last 6 months and you should discuss this with your surgeon.Seek out a board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate you and discuss your options. Good luck and I hope this was helpful.

You have variation of tubular breast deformity and grade 3 skin laxity that will require breast implants in dual plane, tubular release, and a full mastopexy

Thank you for your question. Remember, it is best to be seen in person by a double-board-certified plastic surgeon for precise diagnosis and treatment.

Thank you for your question and photos.  You do have ptosis to your breasts with a mild tubular component.  If your breasts concern you then luckily there is help.  You would be an excellent candidate for a lift with or without an implant.  Seek an in person consultation with Board Certified Plastic Surgeons who perform a lot of breast reconstruction procedures like above.  Best of luck to you!

Thank you for reaching out and posting photos! By looking at your photos, it appears you do have ptosis. This can definitely be corrected. Seeing Board Certified surgeons for an in person consultation will allow you to learn about all of the options and get all of your questions answered. Best of Luck! Dr. Kachenmesiter

Thank you for your photos. It appears that you have some components of tuberous breasts as well as ptosis. Judging from the photos, you may be best served with a lift to reposition and resize the nipple, implants to improve the shape and fullness of your breasts, and breast tissue manipulation and scoring to help the skin redrape around the implants in a more aesthetically pleasing shape. It is important to have an in-office examination for precise measurements to be taken and a full breast exam to determine what is the best treatment plan to achieve the look you desire. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Plastic Surgery