Getting a Breast Lift With Implants After Nursing
Pregnancy and nursing can be wonderful, deeply meaningful experiences for new moms. Still, many women feel far less happy about unexpected changes in breast shape and volume that can linger long after breastfeeding ends.
Many women notice sagging, loss of fullness, or breasts that no longer sit where they once did. Combining lifting and volume restoration into one procedure could be the ideal solution.
Board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Joshua Greenwald offers top-tier surgical experiences to patients in Harrison and NYC. Dr. Greenwald is well known for working closely with patients and tailoring every surgical plan to meet the unique needs of moms who want to reclaim their body and self-confidence.
Here’s what you should know about a breast lift with implants.
What is a Breast Lift With Implants?
A breast lift with implants addresses two common concerns simultaneously. The breast lift repositions the breasts and removes excess skin, while breast implants (aka a breast augmentation) help restore volume that may have been lost during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
This combined approach can be especially helpful when breasts appear deflated as well as sagging. These are extremely common concerns after pregnancy and nursing. The blend of the two is often a great choice for moms who are concerned about the appearance of their breasts.
Timing Your Surgery After Nursing
Dr. Greenwald provides personalized recommendations regarding the timeline for each woman’s surgery. In general, he recommends waiting until you completely stop breastfeeding and your breast size has stabilized before surgery. This may take up to six months, but it can vary from woman to woman.
Allowing time for this natural adjustment to occur helps ensure more predictable results and reduces the risk of unwanted changes after surgery.
Why a Combined Approach Can Help
A breast lift reshapes and elevates the breasts but doesn’t add volume. After nursing, some women feel that lifting without implants leaves their breasts looking smaller than they’d like. It’s also normal to lose some volume (up to one cup size) during a breast lift.
Implants add fullness, but they don’t improve the position of the breasts and won’t lift sagging breasts.
Each procedure does what the other does not, so they can make a perfect pairing for women who are unhappy with the appearance of their breasts.
What to Expect From Planning
Every patient’s anatomy and experience with nursing are different. Factors like skin elasticity, existing breast tissue, chest width, and desired size all influence surgical decisions. Dr. Greenwald invites open discussions about priorities so he can help you determine the implant size and placement that will give you the lifted, balanced, and natural results you desire.
If you’re considering surgery after nursing, schedule your appointment with Dr. Greenwald by calling (914) 421-0113.
Dr. Joshua Greenwald is a board-certified plastic surgeon in New York City who studied and trained at prestigious educational institutions including Columbia University, Emory University, and New York University School of Medicine. His keen aesthetic eye and refined surgical techniques have led him to be a top choice for cosmetic face, breast, and body procedures in NYC. His exceptional patient care has earned him the distinction of “Top Doc” by both Westchester Magazine and Castle & Connolly for over 10 years running. Dr. Greenwald is an active member of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Medical Association, and the Westchester County Medical Society.