Needing a Breast Lift and implants but can I go bigger? (photos)

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My surgeon has told me that I will need a lift which I’m happy to do but I was initially hoping to go bigger in size than what was recommended. My chest measurements are 11.25 a 285 mini motiva ergo or I pushed him for a 300cc Demi which is the biggest he will go. I will also need an Areola reduction (still unsure if I want it) and fat grafting. I have a small frame and figure I don’t want to go massive but I want boobs. I’ll attached an inspo photo and then what I am working with at the moment

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Mildly Sagging Breasts: If your breasts are mildly droopy, a saline or silicone gel implant placed behind the pectoral muscle might help create the illusion of perkiness. That’s because as the implant fills out the top of the breast, it also fills out the bottom, making it look as if the nipple has moved higher. It hasn’t. You can always get a lift later if you feel you are not perky enough when fully settled and healed. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Your breasts are asymmetrical in volume, shape and position.  The technique I recommend is a mini lift.  Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  At the same time, fat transfers or small implants can be placed totally submuscular.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear leila_skye01,
breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your surgeon who has examined and measured you will be the best one to tell you what range of sizes works best with your frame and tissue. Please do not choose an implant that is too heavy, or you will just sag over time. The wish photo you submitted is too large for your frame.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Obviously a physical exam would better answer your questions, BUT....I feel you can certainly fit more and would need larger implants to get your wish pics.  Go for several consultations with board certified plastic surgeons before making your final decision. 
I'm also on the fence for an areoal reduction.  Depends on how you feel about them.
Best wishes.
Dr. Taranow

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