Many of my patients begin considering a breast lift (mastopexy) after having a baby due to an accumulation of loose, excess skin and the loss of firmness in the breasts that can occur. Usually, these patients wait a few years after having their baby before they decide to have the procedure, because their priority after childbirth is caring for their baby, of course. Some women choose to wait until their children are a bit older, and look at the surgery as a way to do something nice for themselves after several years of motherhood. Most of the time, however, patients come in 1-3 years after having their last child (I typically advise against mastopexy if the patient plans to have more children). A concern that I often hear from these patients is regarding breast implants. Some women ask if it is possible to have their breasts lifted without the use of an implant. The answer to this question depends on each individual patient. If the volume of breast tissue is satisfactory, I might be able to lift the breast without the use of an implant to create a full appearance. For women who have larger breasts, I can often lift the breasts through a breast reduction. However, in most cases, I will use at least a small implant to give the patient’s breasts a full, natural appearance. In some rare circumstances, if the patient has very mild mammary ptosis (breast sag), I can usually lift the breast simply by adding a textured or shaped gel implant, eliminating the need for a full breast lift procedure.
If you are considering a breast lift or a breast augmentation with mastopexy, please contact my office today to schedule a consultation. In your consultation, we can discuss your options, and find a treatment plan that can best meet your needs.
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