Will implants only help fill out upper breast? (Photo)

Thank you for your inquiry. We would love to sit down with you and discuss your goals. Schedule a consultation with a Board Certified Surgeon.

Implant volume is most notable in the upper pole where volume loss is most prominent.

Augmentation plane does play a role. Aesthetically, implants placed superficial to the pectoralis major create a rounded, convex appearing breast profile. By contrast the pectoralis muscle both conceals the underlying implant and flattens the upper pole. This flattening effect creates a natural sloping as one proceeds from the upper portion of the implant to the lower portion.

Based upon your photos, you appear to be a reasonable candidate for augmentation.

As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

Dear amber232,
determining whether you need simply a breast augmentation versus a breast lift can be somewhat complicated. It depends on a number of factors including skin laxity and current nipple position. Generally speaking, if the nipples are lower than the inframammary line the patient will most likely need a breast lift. If the nipples are at or above the inframammary line we can generally get by with just a breast augmentation depending on the size of the implant the patient wants. I often still using implant when I perform a breast lift because it provides more upper breast fullness after the lift. To be sure a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help determine what the patient actually needs.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

You have excess skin, your breasts are low on the chest wall and your nipples are pointing outward. I recommend a breast lift using The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. Fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Yes implants can be used to add upper pole fullness. Your surgeon can recommend various profile options to help you achieve the look you are wanting. A lift may be recommended to address symmetry and shape. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Implants are placed behind your breasts and will enlarge the whole breast. Placing the implants behind the muscle will give more upper breast fullness which is nice.