Can I have more than one breast lift?

Hello and thank you for your question! I commend you for being well informed regarding some of the risks of revision lift surgery. You are right - if you have already had one breast lift/reduction, it is possible to have another/revision later. However, it is important to try to get a copy of your operative report for your new surgeon to review. While the scars on the outside are obvious on exam for surgeons to see, we cannot tell what "pedicle" or technique was used internally without the prior operative note. Depending on the pedicle technique used, the blood supply leading towards the nipple/areola complex was sacrificed in some directions in order to remove breast tissue and mobilize the tissue for the lift, while preserved in other directions. A revision lift/reduction should ideally utilize the same pedicle technique to avoid sacrificing more of the "good"/remaining blood supply and minimize further internal scar tissue. Sometimes this information is not available and surgeons have to make a judgement call; however, the risk of the nipples/areolas not having enough blood supply and thus leading to wound healing problems is higher in these cases. Good luck on your journey!

Yes, it is generally possible to have more than one breast lift, even after a previous breast reduction and lift. However, there are some important factors to consider, including blood supply & nipple sensation. Since you’ve already had a reduction and lift, the tissue and nipple area have been altered. A second lift can slightly increase the risk of compromised blood flow to the nipple-areolar complex, which could potentially cause delayed healing or, in rare cases, tissue loss. The longer it’s been since your initial surgery, the lower this risk typically becomes. Previous scars and the elasticity of your skin will impact the surgical plan. I recommend consulting an experienced plastic surgeon with experience in revision breast surgery. They can assess your specific situation, review your previous surgical records, and discuss your goals to determine if another lift is right for you.


Dr. Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHS
Harvard, Johns Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Educated
Double Fellowship Trained
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon
New York, New York


ABOUT DR. VYAS
Dr. Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHS, is a highly trained plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic surgery and breast surgery, including breast augmentation, reduction, lifts, and gender-affirming surgery (such as chest masculinization and feminization). With advanced training from institutions like Harvard, Mayo Clinic, and Johns Hopkins, Dr. Vyas is recognized for his expertise in breast and chest sensory nerve restoration. His PhD in clinical and translational science focused on stem cells, fat grafting, and improving outcomes in aesthetic surgery and breast surgery. Dr. Vyas has served on the editorial board for several medical journals and platforms and has over 200 research papers and talks. His research focuses on aesthetic surgery, regenerative medicine, stem cell biology, fat grafting, breast surgery, and gender-affirming surgery. Recognized for his expertise, Dr. Vyas was appointed an Instructor of Surgery at Mayo Clinic and served as an Assistant in Surgery at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital.