Fix the gap - is it better to wait until I'm at my goal weight? (Photo)

When considering a breast procedure, it is advisable to reach your goal weight before undergoing surgery, especially if you're still in the process of losing weight. This is because weight fluctuations can affect the outcome of the procedure, potentially leading to excess skin or changes in breast shape post-surgery. Your weight should be stable for at least 6 months to provide the most predictable and aesthetically pleasing results.
The gap between your breasts, often referred to as "breast spacing," may be addressed with surgery. While losing weight may improve the appearance, it may not fully correct the gap. A breast reduction or lift (with or without implants, depending on your goals), can help reshape and reposition the breasts, enhancing their overall symmetry and reducing the gap.
If you are very close to your goal weight (within 5 lbs), some surgeons feel it's okay to proceed, but waiting for full weight loss is typically recommended. Always consult with an experienced plastic surgeon to evaluate your individual situation and determine the best surgical approach for you.
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHS
Harvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained
Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon
New York, New York

Hi & thanks for your question!
It is best to be at your goal weight prior to surgery. This will give you the best result . It appears that you would benefit from a lift and placement of implant. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your option. Best wishes!

Thank you for your question.
With any elective procedure post-weight loss, it is important to be at your goal weight for at least six months prior to the procedure. This ensures that you get the best possible aesthetic. If you were to lose additional weight after your procedure, you may notice excess skin they may require an additional procedure to revise. I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns and goals.

I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. 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 then get to choose what looks right for them. 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. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Thanks for your inquiry, without a full set of pictures and some measurements it is hard to completely advise, but in general terms, you will probably need a full lollipop/anchor lift to reduce the gap between your breast. I agree getting closer to your goal weight first, good luck.

Thank you for your question about breast procedure options.

Some options for you to discuss with your plastic surgeon:
Mastopexy (Lift)
Mastopexy with Breast Augmentation

Typically a lift will make patients about 1/2 cup size smaller from the removal of excess skin.
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​It is best to be at a stable weight that you can realistically maintain after surgery.  If your weight changes significantly, then this makes the results unpredictable.

To be sure what will work for you, see two or more experienced, board-certified Plastic Surgeons for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.

I hope this helps.

Based on the pictures what I recommend you is breast reduction with lift and implants also areolas reduction. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results.

Respectfully,
Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

If you are close to your goal weight and your weight is fairly stable, you can proceed with surgery. In most women, losing more than 10-20 pounds after surgery will affect the shape and size of the breast.

Either a breast lift, or a breast lift with an small implant will help you reach your goals. The exact surgery can best be determined at an in person consultation.

All the best to you,

Dr. Nancy de Kleer

The technique I recommend is 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.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Thank you for your question. It is always best to be as close to possible as your ideal weight, as this will get you the longest lasting and ideal result. As your weight changes so will be the size and shape of your breasts. You would be a good candidate for an auto augmentation mastopexy where your own tissue is used to fill in the upper pole of your breast. This would work to not only lift your breast but to improve the shape and resize your areola to better fit your breast. Good luck.