Aging, pregnancy, weight loss, and genetics can all affect the shape and position of your breasts over time.
For many women, this means sagging or deflated breasts that no longer feel as perky or youthful.
If you're looking to restore the shape of your breasts, a breast lift (mastopexy) might be the solution you need.
But should you pair your lift with implants? This decision depends on your personal goals and anatomy.
Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Christopher Brooks and the team at Brooks Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, offer customized breast lift procedures to meet your individual aesthetic needs.
Whether you’re considering a breast lift alone or a lift combined with implants, understanding the differences between the two options can help guide your decision.
A breast lift reshapes and raises the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue.
This procedure addresses sagging, asymmetry, and loss of firmness, resulting in a more youthful contour.
A breast lift does not significantly change the size of your breasts but improves their position and shape on your chest.
Breast lifts are ideal for women who are happy with the size of their breasts but want them to look perkier and more youthful.
It’s a great option if you’ve experienced changes due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, or simply the natural aging process.
Although a breast lift alone can create dramatic improvements in shape and positioning, it doesn’t add volume.
If you’re looking to increase the size of your breasts or restore fullness lost over time, adding silicone or saline implants to your breast lift may be the better option.
Implants enhance the overall size and projection of the breasts, giving you both lift and volume.
Women who opt for breast implants typically want fuller breasts, particularly in the upper portion of the chest.
Combining a breast lift with implants offers multiple benefits, including:
This combination is particularly popular for women who’ve experienced significant changes to their breast shape and size due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight fluctuations.
If your main concern is sagging or drooping breasts, but you're happy with their size, a breast lift alone could be the perfect solution.
This procedure is for women who don’t want to significantly change their breast volume but want them positioned higher on the chest and reshaped for a firmer appearance.
Good candidates for a breast lift without implants:
If you fall into this category, a breast lift alone can rejuvenate the look of your breasts without altering their natural size.
For women who want both a more youthful shape and added volume, combining a breast lift with implants can provide the best of both worlds.
This procedure is ideal if you:
Implants can be customized to your desired size, shape, and profile, helping you reach your personal aesthetic goals.
When combined with a breast lift, implants create fuller, more youthful-looking breasts with enhanced volume and shape.
Deciding between a breast lift with or without implants can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to make the decision alone.
Consulting with an experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. Brooks is the best way to understand which option will help you achieve your desired look.
At Brooks Plastic Surgery, our team evaluates your breast shape, skin elasticity, and overall goals to recommend a personalized treatment plan.
Whether you choose a breast lift, implants, or a combination of both, Dr. Brooks helps you achieve beautiful, natural-looking results.
If you're considering a breast lift or augmentation, schedule a consultation with Dr. Brooks in Hollywood, Florida, today to explore your options.
