Why did my breast stay small even after I gained weight?

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Im 19 years old. I'm currently a 32A (111 lbs). I used to be 32B (115 lbs) due to stress I lost about 13-15 lbs. my breasts just don't looked nice as they did when I was 115 lbs . I really hate that I have such a huge gap. I want to be able to wear normal bras and actually have cleavage.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo.  Everyone holds their weight differently.  If you are interesting in increasing the size of your breasts, you should consider a breast augmentation performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Some women simply have smaller breasts. If you want larger breasts, speak with a surgeon about a breast augmentation but keep in mind that cleavage is dictated by your anatomy since the implants must be centered behind your nipples. My best,
Dr. Sheila Nazarian
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Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

The only natural way to get larger breasts is to put on weight. If you want to consider breast implants then you could be a great candidate. You would have to have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Understand your options: 1) No Surgery – While the benefits of breast augmentation have been mentioned above, there is always the option to NOT have surgery. You should understand what breast augmentation with breast implants can and cannot do for you. While breast augmentation can improve self-esteem and self-confidence, surgery is never an option for trying to fulfill deeper emotional issues.2) Natural Breast Enhancement (fat transfer breast augmentation) – Some doctors offer augmentation using your  own fat to add volume and improve breast shape.  This procedure can also sometimes be done under local anesthesia vs. general anesthesia and requires less recovery time. 3) Breast Augmentation with Breast Implants – The benefits and procedure details have been listed above.When deciding to have surgery, you should be comfortable with your doctor and his staff members. You should be confident that all your questions have been answered in a manner that you understand. You should be aware of all the normal healing, as well as common, less common, and unusual risks to whatever degree you are comfortable with. (Some patients decline to hear about more serious complications). A more comprehensive list of issues and complications during normal healing as well as a problematic post operative course is available at your request. This information is always provided when you schedule surgery.

Richard Rosenblum, MD · Answer

Hopefully your doing well, it sounds like you've gained back most ofthe weight that you lost, if you get back to 115 and you still feel thatyou would like your breasts to be fuller breast augmentation may be a good option for you consult a board certified plastic surgeon(s) in your area.    Good Luck!

Frank J. Ferraro, MD · Answer

Many factors can effect breast size including age, weight loss, multiple pregnancies. Its difficult to assess the correlation but weight gain can increase breast size in some patients. I ask my patients to closely with our office and make a plan to optimize their bodies prior to surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph.  Weight fluctuations can cause changes to a woman's breast size depending on the ratio of gland to adipose tissue in the breast.  The greater the degree of fat, the more likely weight changes will affect their appearance.  That said each of us gains weight in different parts of our bodies.  The more glandular tissue present, the more that hormones will affect your size.  If you wanted to regain weight to reach 115 pounds, assess your size then.  Safe and reliable increases beyond this point would need to be through the use of saline or silicone implants.  Hope this helps.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello Riri and thanks for your questions. This situation is actually quite common and a good reason to consider cosmetic breast surgery. Weight loss can have dramatic effects on breast size, in my opinion. Consider breast implants that fit your frame and be proportionate for the best long-term results. Best wishes always, Dr. Aldo

Kenneth Sumida, MD · Answer

With a breast augmentation, you will look similar to what you are now but fuller.   There are variations are what size fits your body and what size you like.   The FDA requires women under 22 years of age to use saline implants rather than silicon implants.

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank
you for your question. Unfortunately if push up bras don't help, there is no natural way to having cleavage. It seems like you are a good candidate for breast augmentation and fat transfer to achieve your goals but it is best to visit a board-certified plastic surgeon and
have a full evaluation.  Best of luck.
Dr. Michael Omidi.

An
in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon is the best way to assess
your needs and provide true medical advice.

Patrick W. Hsu, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast are a component of fat and breast tissue. Any weight fluctuation will result in fat loss or fat gain. This will impact breast size. Some patients will lose fat first in the breast an those who are more fortunate, will lose last and gain first in the breasts. Most predictable way to maintain a breast size would be with an augmentation. This would also help correct your lack of fullness in the cleavage area.

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