Why don't you have women in the age group 65-75 for breast implants?

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I would like to see pictures of women age 70-75 with breast implants and how they did with their surgeries.

Christian Subbio, MD · Answer

As long as you are healthy with no significant medical issues, and are cleared by your primary doctor, there is no reason you can't have a breast augmentation at age 75.  However, this procedure is much less popular in this subgroup, so finding extensive galleries of photos of before and afters is less likely.Best of luck!
Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Larry Weinstein, MD · Answer

I had a woman who is 61 yesterday considering primary breast augmentation. My oldest patient for breast implants was 69. Atrophy of the breasts occurs as a woman ages, ptosis or falling of the tissue is the more common complaint. Restoring the volume lost is a primary objective of restoring and rejuvenating breasts. Good luck...

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

No upper age limit exists for women to have breast augmentation; this has more to do with the health status of the patient than the age. Before and after photos of breast implant patients are not categorized by age on websites.  Search for a board certified plastic surgeons who perform hundreds of breast augmentations annually with favorable patient reviews.  You can trust those surgeons to be competent regardless of the age of the patient and will ensure that you understand the possible risks, complications, and benefits of having breast augmentation at your age.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Damon Thomas, FRACS · Answer

This is a valid question and unfortunately, there is no good answer for you. Although galleries typically show the results for younger breast augmentation patients, that does not mean women in their 60s and 70s can’t – and do – have successful breast enlargement procedures. As long as you are in good health and receive the okay from your physician to undergo surgery, breast augmentation is certainly a viable option for you. 
The goal of breast augmentation at any age is to produce natural, beautiful results based on the patient’s body proportions and the results she wants to achieve. To ensure this happens, it is essential you select a qualified, experienced plastic surgeon that will work with you to customise your procedure to your specifications and expectations. Best of luck to you in your future breast augmentation!
- Damon Thomas, FRACS

Stacey Folk, MD · Answer

Dear mtabor45,That makes me feel badly. I hate to think we are agists! I can certainly remember several patients in their late 60's and 70's who have had very successful breast augmentations, and will make a point of asking for photo releases to try and post a wider range of patients. Thank you for pointing that out.

Eric J. Culbertson, MD · Answer

While it is true that patients in this age range do not undergo breast augmentation as commonly as women in their 20s and 30s, there are certainly many who do undergo augmentation in their 60s and 70s, or have changes made to implants that were initially placed when they were younger. I have performed all kinds of breast surgies in this age range, including augmentations, lifts and reductions. As long as the patient is in good health age alone does not prevent someone from having this surgery. The breast tissue and skin do change with age, so there are factors in terms of the health and strength of the tissue that need to be taken into account. I suggest consulting with an experienced plastic surgeon. There are photos of these patients on plastic surgeon's websites, but many surgeons do not list their patient's ages so they may be difficult to find.

Jason Pozner, MD · Answer

The oldest first time breast augmentation patient I have operated on was 83. She always wanted them and was in great health. She did well and had no issues. I have a lot of older patients in my South Florida practice - key is as long as the patient is healthy and gets preoperative clearance

Daniel Bortnick, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. There is n o reason that a woman of 65-75byears of age could not have breast implants. Women of all ages can do very well. In fact it is common too change implants and replace aging implants in women of this age. There may be a few more routine labs that are requested by anesthesia prior to surgery. Remember there is a healthy sense of vanity at any age, just as you can see an unhealthy sense of vanity. Good luck!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. Although you may have to search a little bit harder, you will find patients of all age groups, including 60 to 75 year olds  who have undergone breast augmentation surgery, on plastic surgeon's websites.    Overall patient health, not chronological age, dictates whether a patient is able to undergo elective surgery. Best wishes.

Julio Clavijo-Alvarez, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thanks for sharing your question. I can appreciate your concern.
  
I totally agree with you. This age group is misrepresented in the majority of sites. Unfortunately, patients seeking enhancement at this group age is rare. The outcomes should be similar to younger patients. 
Finally, make sure that you have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon.
  
Wishing you the best in your journey

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