Do I need implants with my Breast Uplift?
A breast uplift procedure is a common request for patients who feel their breasts have dropped in position and lack volume in the upper half of the chest. Some common reasons for this include;
- Pregnancy and Breast Feeding
- Substantial Weight Loss
- Ageing Skin
For many breast sagging or dropping is just a natural part of ageing. But others may have experienced premature sagging to the breasts. Sagging breasts can deeply affect and reduce self-confidence especially when it comes to undressing, and when it comes to choosing outfits to wear.
What is a breast uplift?
A breast uplift or a mastopexy as it is medically known is a cosmetic surgery procedure that aims to raise the position of the breast by tightening the surrounding tissue giving a bit more shape and natural support to the bust.
Do I have enough breast volume to just get a lift, or do I need a lift with implants?
This is a common question that is asked at consultations with our surgeons.
The answer to this question depends on how you wish your desired result to look.
In a breast uplift procedure, the volume of your breast should remain unchanged. However, for some patients, they may look smaller due to the change in the position of the nipple. Only breast skin tissue is removed during an uplift procedure, unlike a breast reduction where fat is removed also with the aim to reduce the volume.
The end result of an uplift procedure is a perkier bust but if you are looking for a slight increase in volume as well then a combined Breast Uplift procedure with Breast Implants would be recommended.
Is it possible to tighten loose skin on the breast?
A breast uplift procedure is the best procedure for removing and tightening loose skin on the breast. Other methods such as Liposuction or Non-Surgical Skin Tightening procedures may be offered at other clinics, but we do not believe these to be the best methods and results are usually not long-lasting.
Breast Uplift Patient Story
Patient Aysha came to see us as she felt that her breasts were looking empty after breastfeeding her 2 children.
“My breasts were feeling empty due to losing volume after breastfeeding two children. I also felt my areolas were a little large anyway and combined with the loss in volume I just felt they looked hideous and it really affected my confidence.”
Aysha decided to have a combined Breast Enlargement and Breast Uplift procedure to first restore the volume lost during breastfeeding and secondly tighten up the excess skin resulting in a more lifted and fuller appearance.
“Since having the surgery my life now feels amazing. Physically my breasts are fuller and my areolas are smaller but mentally I just feel much more confident in myself and in what I wear.”
Read Aysha’s full patient story here.
Summary
So essentially, you don’t ‘need’ implants with breast uplift – it is more common for patients who want just breast implants to be suggested to combine it with a lift. An ideal candidate for breast uplift is someone who feels their breasts are sagging and requires them to be lifted to a higher position – whether you need implants as well or not is a personal preference which can be discussed with your surgeon.
Why Choose The Private Clinic?
- The Private Clinic has been treating patients for over 40 years with thousands of women placing their trust in us each year.
- Highly experienced Cosmetic Surgeons who have years of experience in Breast Uplift procedures.
- 24 hour patient helpline to ensure you are always in the best of hands.
- As many post-operative care and appointments with your surgeon and nursing team as required.
- Comprehensive Breast Uplift Patient Guide.
- Outstanding hospital facilities.
- Our excellent reputation for patient safety, satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be a reassuring experience.
- 5 Star Trustpilot Rating
Helpful Links
- See our Breast Uplift before and after photo gallery.
- View our Breast Uplift patient stories.
- Find out more about Breast Uplift surgery in our informative blogs.
Breast Uplift Surgeons at The Private Clinic
- Mr Davood Fallahdar, MD&Surg (Hons), FRCS (Eng), Chir Plast (Hons), MicroSurg (Hons), ORL (H&N) GMC Number: 4686602
- Mr Dario Rochira, BS, MD. GMC Number : 6130664
- Mr William Van Niekerk, MB ChB, MSc, MRCS, FRCS (Plast), FCMI, RAF (qs). GMC Number: 4362791
- Mr Navid Jallali, BSc, MB ChB (Hons), MD FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 4404969
- Ms Helena Antoniadou, MBBS, MD & Surg (Hons), FRCS (Eng). GMC Number: 3700956
- Mr Maisam Fazel, MA(Cantab), MB BChir, MSEd, FRCS. GMC Number : 4767420
- Mr Giuseppe Di Taranto, MD. GMC Number: 7614248
- Sandip Hindocha – Consultant Aesthetic Plastic Surgeon, MD, MPhil, MBChB, MRCS, MFFLM, FRCS (Plast). GMC Number: 6122218
- Ms Rieka Taghizadeh, MBChb, MRCS (Glas), FRCS (Plast), GMC Number: 4743910
- Mr George Samouris, MD. GMC Number: 7064009
Get in touch
To find out more about the Breast Uplift procedure or to book a consultation with one of our expert surgeons or knowledgeable patient advisors please call 03339209135 or use our breast uplift online contact form to request a callback.
