Combining Breast Augmentation and Lift

Often, women know they are unhappy with the appearance of their breasts, and think augmentation may be the only solution. Although adding volume can definitely make an impact in cup size, a breast lift may be required to really get that youthful look back.

There are several factors which can affect breast size and placement over time:

• Pregnancy
• Breastfeeding
• Hormonal changes
• Breast problems, such as infection or mastectomy
• Age and gravity

By combining a breast lift with breast augmentation, San Diego women can have a younger, sexier appearance than through either procedure by itself.

WHAT TO EXPECT

There are a few different techniques I can use to accomplish this which vary from patient to patient, depending on how much correction is needed. Typically during a combined breast lift/augmentation procedure, an incision will be made following the darker pigmentation of the areola, and then extended down to the natural breast crease. Implants will be placed, and the breast will be lifted and shaped into a younger, fuller silhouette. Scarring is minimal in most cases, although different techniques will affect the size and shape of the incisions. 

In the end, by combining both procedures, the result will be fuller, higher breasts with a more youthful placement and larger volume.