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Are you unhappy with your breasts? Are they sagging and drooping, or do they feel too small? If so, you may want to consider a breast augmentation, breast lift, or a combination of the two. But how do you decide which procedure is right for you? Both have their advantages and disadvantages, so it really comes down to a personal choice in terms of your desired results. It’s also best to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon, who specializes in aesthetic breast surgery, to determine the best procedure to suit your goals.
The main difference between the two procedures is that a breast augmentation addresses the size and shape of the breast and will not fix drooping or sagging breasts, and a breast lift focuses on the position of the breast and won’t increase the size. Many times, breast lifts are done in conjunction with a breast augmentation, called an augmentation/mastopexy. This will provide upper breast fullness along with repositioning sagging breasts and areolas.
How to Choose
Breast Lift
A breast lift is often needed when breasts begin to sag after pregnancy and breastfeeding, weight loss, hormonal changes, and gravity/age. Some women have skin with a higher elasticity, and their breasts will be more resilient or “snap back” after these changes. Others may have hereditary increased skin elasticity, and their breasts may sag. Habits and lifestyle choices can also affect the shape of your breasts. For example, if you smoke or have excess sun exposure, the skin around your breasts loses elasticity.
If you are satisfied with your breast volume, but not the position, a breast lift alone may be the best choice for you. You will have higher, firmer breasts after your surgeon removes excess skin and reshapes the breast to sit higher on your chest. Often, the surgeon will also move your nipple upward to create a more organic and youthful look.
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Breast Augmentation
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With breast augmentation, you will achieve fuller breasts using implants. The implant is surgically placed into a pocket or space created for it, either under or over your chest muscle.
Decisions about placing the implant above or below the muscle, and the shape (high profile, low profile) and size of implant demand careful consideration. A board-certified plastic surgeon can advise you and give you peace of mind to help you understand the best course to get the results you desire from your breast surgery.
A Final Thought
Electing to have surgery on your breasts is a big decision. If after careful review, you’ve decided to move forward with it, it’s best to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast surgery to ensure that you’re safe and achieve the outcome and results you want. When considering plastic surgery, you need an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon who can demonstrate proof of exceptional results.
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