I have a chest tattoo and I’m in desperate need of a breast lift, will it mess my tattoo up? (photos)

Thanks for your question and sharing your concerns.  Breast lift incisions are typically placed around the nipple itself and down the center of the breast toward the fold.  Depending on your individual needs there may be an incision in the fold of the breast as well.  From what is visible of your tattoo it is unlikely that the incisions would interfere with the ink.  The new nipple position will be higher and pointing forward  but the goal is always to leave incisions so that they are not visible in any sort of clothing.  It is possible, however, that the shape of the tattoo may change slightly because the skin will stretch slightly differently after a lift.  
The best way to find out for sure would be to go see your local board certified plastic surgeon who can come up with a plan tailored for you.

Breast lift incisions will go around the areola, down the center from the bottom of the areola to the fold, and then within the fold of the breast.  There should be no incisions on your tattoo.  I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss the procedure and  your surgical goals.

Schedule an in-office consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to determine the most appropriate breast lift for you.  He/she can determine if any part of the tattoo would be compromised by incisions.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Thank you for your question.
If your tattoo is limited to what I can see in photographs a breast lift should not mess it up. Please find an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can examine you and help you with your concerns. All The Best !

I would recommend seeing a plastic surgeon who can draw out the plan for a breast lift so you know what portions of the tattoo will be affected.  Your tattoo artist is obviously quite artistic.  You should ask him or her what can be done to revise the tattoo afterward.  I’ve seen it don’t before with really good results.

Dear scarlet2001,
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. 
If you are considering a surgery, 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
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Your tattoo might need to be touched up once you have healed from surgery since some of the lower part may be excised with the lift. Go meet with a plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns.

Hello dear!!
Thanks you for your question. It is my pleasure to help you with your concerns.
You can be your own best version, and you can definitely achieve amazing results with plastic surgery in order to improve your breasts. For you, I recommend an anchor incision breast lift, for perkier, youthful breasts. No implants are needed. Your tattoo should be intact, since the incision goes down the nipples, into the breast fold.
I suggest you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon for a good evaluation and to talk about your goals.
I hope this is helpful.  Good luck :)
 

Thank you for your question and I understand your concern about your tattoo. Typically breast lift incisions are placed around the nipple (areola) and then down from the nipple and/or in the fold or crease under the breast. Your tattoo may or may not be affected based on measurements taken during a consultation. The best advice will come from a board certified plastic surgeon that you meet with in person who can advise you on the type of breast lift needed, realistic outcomes and if your tattoo would be affected. 

Hello and thank you for your question and photo's.   The scars from the mastopexy will not affect your tattoo, however, since you will have more fullness at your cleavage/ upper breast, it would most likely change the shape of the tattoo.