Can I get implants after a lift with these scars? (Photos)

Dear Generous915182,

generally speaking, it is possible to get breast implants after breast lift. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you 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

Revisionary surgery while more complicated and challenging...remains an option.

I would suggest consideration of augmentation and revision mastopexy. Depending on the desired upsize, these can be staged or done simultaneously. The implant will restore volume while the mastopexy revision will address the scarring and shape.

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

Hello,Thank you for sharing your pictures. I can see that your scars have not healed well. There is noticeable volume loss in your breasts, along with glandular ptosis. To address these issues, I recommend a revision breast lift combined with breast augmentation.These procedures will allow us to revise the existing scars, correct the ptosis, and restore lost volume. While secondary surgeries can be slightly more complex, based on my professional experience, your goals are entirely achievable.

After weight loss, pregnancy, and a prior lift, it's understandable to have volume loss and visible scarring. I recommend a revision breast lift with an implant between 200–250 cc to restore fullness and improve contour. This size keeps results natural while minimizing strain on the skin.

From the photos you would have a nice improvement with a revision to your lift, which would include revision of the scars that concern you. An implant could be added as well. This would give you more volume and upper pole fullness in addition to correcting the shape. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Based on your nicely post of photos, if you only desire a moderate increase in the breast volume implant under 400 cc with Scory vision of dents can be done in one surgical session. If you desire a larger breast implant in the 500 to 600 range which would give you more fullness in the upper pole then you should divide the surgery into scar visions of the breast of scars as stage one and stage two after 3 to 6 months breast augmentation. Best of virtual consult with fees can range from $8000-$20,000 depending on options again best of virtual consult with.

I’m guessing the great majority of plastic surgeons will say you can definitely get implants and expect a good outcome.
The indentation should be correctable as well.
Breast lift / implant augmentation combined will have a higher revision rate.
Good luck,
Mats Hagstrom MD