Breast Lift Vs Breast Reduction
Breast lift and breast reduction are quite popular breast surgeries, but are different surgical procedures that are performed to enhance the appearance and functionality of the breasts. While breast lift involves repositioning the breasts to a higher position on the chest wall, breast reduction involves removing excess breast tissue and skin to reduce the size of the breasts.
Both procedures have their unique goals, benefits, and limitations. In this article, we’ll explore:
- Breast Lift Vs Breast reduction- Differences in terms of:
- Who is recommended what
- Outcomes and appearance:
- Incision type and scar:
- Is it possible that both procedures (breast lift and breast reduction) can be done together?
- How to know which procedure is best suitable?
Breast Lift Vs Breast reduction- Differences in terms of:
Who is recommended what
Breast lift-
Breast lift is recommended for women who have sagging or drooping breasts due to aging, weight loss, pregnancy, or genetics. This procedure can help to lift and reshape the breasts, with low lying nipples/areolas, creating a more youthful and proportionate appearance. Breast lift is also a good option for women who are happy with the size of their breasts, but want to improve their shape and position.
Breast reduction:
Breast reduction is recommended for women who have excessively large and heavy breasts that cause physical discomfort, pain, and other health problems such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, skin irritation, and difficulty breathing.
Breast reduction involves removing excess breast tissue and skin to reduce the size and weight of the breasts, improving their shape and proportion, and relieving physical symptoms associated with large breasts.
Outcomes and appearance:
Breast lift:
- A breast lift usually results in a one-cup reduction in bra size.
- Raises and reshapes the breasts for a more youthful and lifted appearance.
- Improve the position and shape of the nipples and areolas.
- Can help to reshape tube-like breasts due to tuberous breasts.
- Does not significantly change the size of the breasts, although they may appear slightly smaller due to being lifted.
- Can help to restore confidence and self-esteem.
Breast reduction:
- Reduces the size and volume of the breasts for a more proportional and balanced appearance.
- Can improve the position and shape of the nipples and areolas.
- May reduce or eliminate physical symptoms associated with large breasts, such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, skin irritation, and difficulty breathing.
- Can help to improve posture and overall physical function.
- May have more and deeper scars that lift.
Incision type and scar:
Breast Lift
Breast lift can be done with different incision approaches such as crescent, donut, lollipop or inverted anchor type incision. Typically, it involves incisions around the areola and may include a vertical and/or horizontal incision. Scarring is typically well-hidden which fades over time.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction requires more extensive incisions, incision around the areola, followed by an inverted T and a horizontal incision along the breast crease. This procedure results in more noticeable scarring, but scars can still be minimized with proper scar management techniques. Our experts at MPSI will guide you with the right techniques to typically hide scars in natural breast creases and contours.
Is it possible that both procedures (breast lift and breast reduction) can be done together?
Yes, it is possible to combine breast lift and breast reduction procedures into a single surgery, especially if a patient has both sagging and overly large breasts. This approach can help achieve both lifting and reduction goals in one procedure, which can save the patient’s time, money, and recovery time.
How to know which procedure is best suitable for you?
A board-certified plastic surgeon will assess a patient’s individual needs and physical characteristics to determine whether breast lift or breast reduction is the most suitable procedure.
While deciding on breast lift, breast reduction or a combination of both, the surgeon will take into account several factors, including:
- Breast size and shape: Breast reduction is typically recommended for women with very large, heavy breasts that cause discomfort and interfere with daily activities, while breast lift is recommended for women with sagging or drooping breasts.
- Nipple position: Breast lift is typically recommended to when the nipples are positioned below the breast crease, while breast reduction may also be necessary to address overly large or sagging nipples.
- Cosmetic goals: The desired outcome of the procedure will also play a role in determining which surgery is best for an individual. Breast reduction is primarily aimed at reducing breast size, while breast lift is aimed at improving the shape and position of the breasts.
- Overall health: Both procedures are surgical and carry some risk, so it’s important to be in good overall health before undergoing either surgery.
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