Is there a way to make my saggy breasts round or lift them? And how?

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Hello, I am 15 years old and I have big saggy breasts. Well I don't like my breasts I want them to look round. Is there anything I could do to make my breasts round naturally? If not is there anything that I could do to lift my breasts naturally? By these I mean what could I do.

Jose Perez-Gurri, MD, FACS · Answer

Without your photos it is very difficult to make any suggestions as to the type of procedure , if any, you should undergo. As a board certifed plastic surgeon with over 28 years of experience, I have operated on young women as young as you. First, however, I would need to determine what the root cause of your displeasure is. Is it purely cosmetic? Are there other congenital abnormalities not giving you the look that you want? I recently I perfomed a breast lift with implants on a fifteen year old who came accompanied by her parents. She had recently lost 120 lbs and had a tremendous amount of droopiness to her breasts.I would suggests that you and your parents make an appointment with a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with many years of experience in cosmetic breast surgery. Cosmetic breast surgery can greatly improve a woman's self esteem, however, make sure you are well informed. Good luck.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

I recommend a new technique called The Mini Ultimate Breast
LiftTM.  Using only a
circumareola incision it is possible to reshape your breast tissue creating
upper pole fullness, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to
increase your cleavage.  This will
tighten your skin envelope, make the breasts firm, rounder and all done without
implantation.  This technique avoids the
ugly vertical scars of the traditional technique, maintains nipple sensation
and the ability to breast feed.  However,
this is a surgical procedure and since you are a minor, you will need parental
consent.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Joshua Lampert, MD, FACS · Answer

There are many things to consider regarding breast lifting (or mastopexy) procedures in teenage patients.  Females typically reach skeletal maturity by their first menstrual period (menarche).  Most breast development occurs in the first couple of years after that.  It is not uncommon for breast development to occur unevenly.  This size difference should equal out by the late teenage years.  A physican should monitor uneven breast development and make sure that no breast mass is present.  Mammary glands continue to develop in the early 20's, often creating a somewhat fuller and rounder breast.  At age 35, breasts often start an involutional phase and atrophy.  Prior lactation and weight loss can lead to further atrophy and ptosis (droop).Patients with juvenile hypertrophy of the breasts can present with very large breasts that abnormally continue to keep on growing.  Typically these patients present with both large and saggy (ptotic) breasts.  They frequently need breast reduction surgery to alleviate back pain, fold rashes, and bra strap grooving.  Sometimes, breast growth continues and a revision breast reduction is necessary.  Most patients present with more common breast deformities such as macromastia (large breasts), ptosis (drooping breasts), or tuberous breasts (constricted lower pole of the breast). At 15, breast development is expected to change.  Surgery can affect nipple sensation and the future ability to breast feed.  Patients who undergo surgery in their mid teens will more frequently need revisional surgery in their lifetime.All of this being considered, teenage patients with significant breast issues can sometimes benefit both physically and psychologically from elective breast surgery.  Of course, teenage patients and their parents should see and discuss any potential surgical options with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Jaime Campos Leon, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.To best help you, a physical 
examination or picture evaluation is required in order to determine 
which procedures and techniques would be best for your case.Dr. Campos

Sean A. Simon, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon for a young patient such as yourself to have issues and concerns regarding breast surgery.  In fact, I saw a 16 y.o. yesterday who was very concerned with her large, droopy, and very uneven breasts.  She is scheduled for a breast reduction and lift to improve her breast shape, size, position, and symmetry.  She was seen in consultation along with her parents and was actually referred after discussing her concerns with her pediatrician.  I suggest you schedule a consultation with a local, board certified plastic surgeon, make sure one of your parents accompanies you to the visit, and good luck.

Lee E. Corbett, MD · Answer

It is not possible to change the shape of your breasts or lift them by exercise or any other method. You can change the breast size with weight gain or weight loss as breasts store fat.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Breast lift or mastopexy can be done to change the shape of breasts and often an implant is required to make them more round.However your too young to consider breast surgery at this stage.  Your breasts will continue to develop, change and possibly improve and surgery at this time might interfere with us natural development.

Is there a way to make my saggy breasts round or lift them? And how?

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