Should I get a breast lift or augmentation?

Are you are unhappy with your breasts? Are they making you feel self-conscious due to their size, shape, or sagging? Worse yet, are they causing you physical pain? Unless you’re a trained physician, differences in various breast procedures might feel a little unclear, and that is understandable. Over the years, we’ve seen some changes in the way breast procedures are performed, as well as which treatments are recommended for various cases. To understand which options are best for you, a one-on-one consultation is ideal. Still, doing some research on available surgeries and gaining a clear understanding of your wants is a great place to start. In New York, breast enhancements are common. Here are a few situations that we often see women face, as well as some options for treatment. If any match your situation, consider setting up an appointment to discuss surgical possibilities.

Breasts aren’t proportionate with the rest of the body …
An augmentation with implants is probably the best bet to increase your bust size. How much larger you want to go is completely up to you, but we can have a chat about what would be the most realistic-looking and healthy option for your body. Once that is determined, we can discuss details like filler type and insertion point. Photos or other points of reference are also helpful during the consultation process. The procedure itself will take place under anesthesia and will require a few weeks of healing.

Current cup size causes aches and pains …
Back pain caused by heavy breasts is no joke. If you are in this boat, a breast reduction might be a good option for you. You’ll want to have an ideal size in mind during our initial discussion. The procedure will consist of removing excess fat to get to a size that is best for your life. Some women also choose to do an additional lift while under anesthesia, but the choice is up to you.

Things are a little lopsided …
The best approach for modifying breasts that are different sizes is to figure out if you want one breast to be larger or one breast to be smaller to keep them even. Increasing or decreasing the size of both is also an option.

Breasts are starting to sag …
Over time and with a body’s adjustments through pregnancy or weight loss, the skin around your breasts is likely to see a change in elasticity. If the sagging that comes with this loss is making you uncomfortable, a breast lift will likely suit you well. During this procedure, we do not alter your current size. Instead, we tighten the skin around your breasts and remove excess fat to enhance your current shape.

In today’s world, you no longer have to live with breasts that make you unhappy. If you have breast-related concerns and are thinking about a formal augmentation or lift, please don’t hesitate to call or make an appointment to discuss your options.