If a breast lift needed if I get implants? (Photo)

From what I see in your photos, it looks like you might need a lift, but it depends on the implant size. If you choose a larger implant, you might not need it, but it's highly likely that you do.

Dear Brittbrat95,
determining whether you need simply a breast augmentation versus a breast lift can be somewhat complicated. It depends on a number of factors including skin laxity and current nipple position. Generally speaking, if the nipples are lower than the inframammary line the patient will most likely need a breast lift. If the nipples are at or above the inframammary line we can generally get by with just a breast augmentation depending on the size of the implant the patient wants. I often still using implant when I perform a breast lift because it provides more upper breast fullness after the lift. To be sure a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help determine what the patient actually needs.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello, of course if you need a breast lift with implants, not doing a lift in your case will give a very poor result and you will feel uncomfortable and in the end you will return to have the breast lift done.

Thanks for your question! I would say yes to a breast lift. However, I understand your concerns with keloid scarring. There are a lot of good scar options, but sometimes keloids are unavoidable. That being said, I would advise no breast surgery at all before suggesting just an implant. Good luck!

A correctly selected implant will lift your nipple position. It is unlikely that the lifting effect of the implant will be enough to perfectly position your nipple in the ideal location relative to your breast volume. However, with a history of keloids, that may be a reasonable compromise. In these situations, I recommend the patient proceed with the breast augmentation and live with their new breast shape and nipple position for a year. If they are happy, no additional surgery is necessary until the aging changes of the breast require a lift. If the patient is unhappy, they get the lift. But, at least they know they need it and have made the decision based on their own experience. This strategy is especially useful if the risk of keloid formation is high.