Women find that their breast size, shape and position change throughout their lives. Natural ageing, pregnancy and breastfeeding will cause the breasts to droop and lose elasticity (ptosis).
when breasts start to sag
Your breasts can begin to sag at any age, although you are more likely to notice a change after pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight loss and as you go through the menopause. Stretched skin and hormone changes can affect the elasticity and structural roundness of the breasts, making them droopy (ptotic).
what causes saggy breasts?
The most likely causes of drooping (ptotic) breasts are stretching of the Cooper’s ligaments that support them. Over time, this can lead to saggy breasts. If you have larger breasts, you’re more likely to be affected by gravity than women with smaller breasts.
Other changes and factors that play their part in your breasts’ size and shape include significant weight gain or loss, exercising without a supportive bra, genetics, how many children you have had, and smoking, which affects elasticity.
non-surgical options for lifting saggy breasts
There are no proven non-surgical breast lift procedures that will permanently defy gravity, turn back the clock or undo stretched ligaments. However, it’s amazing what a supportive, professionally fitted bra can do for your breasts’ appearance. Buying the best bra for your size and shape will make you look and feel good. Moreover, a proper sports bra will support you and make exercise more comfortable.
surgical options for lifting saggy breasts
You may want to consider plastic surgery if you are unhappy with how your breasts look and feel. Whether you’re seeking to change their shape after breastfeeding or address the sagginess associated with age, surgical options can transform your appearance, confidence and comfort.
- A breast uplift – Also known as mastopexy and breast lift. This surgical procedure will elevate and reshape the breasts to give a more youthful, firmer, and fuller appearance.
- Breast uplift and enlargement – You may also see references to this popular procedure as a breast uplift with implants, breast lift/enlargement or augmented mastopexy. Breast implants add volume to lifted breasts, so clothes and swimwear look more flattering.
Breast uplifts are performed under a general anaesthetic and are often combined with other procedures, such as tummy tucks and liposuction, in what is commonly known as a mummy makeover.
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what are the benefits of a breast uplift?
Resizing, repositioning, and reshaping your breasts can transform how you look and feel, making exercise more comfortable and clothing fit better.
The benefits of a mastopexy include:
- Younger looking breasts
- Lifted breasts that appear fuller
- Naturally attractive breasts, with improved contour
- Nipples no longer point downwards
- More flattering clothes and swimwear
- Ability to exercise – often without a bra
- Boosted self-esteem and confidence
breast uplifts at the levant clinic
We focus on safety, results and care. Clients write to say how much more confident and happier they feel after their breast uplift with us.
Our commitment to you:
- Expert consultant plastic surgeons – with years of experience in performing cosmetic breast surgery.
- Safety – surgeons accredited on the GMC specialist register for plastic surgery.
- Prestigious London hospitals – for your safety, comfort, and care.
- Results you can trust – five-star reviews.
- Competitively priced packages – transparent pricing with no hidden extras.
- Comprehensive consultations – plenty of time to talk to your surgeon and ask questions, with detailed patient information tailored to you.
- A support bra – provided by our clinic.
- Outstanding care and treatment – dedicated team and friendly surgeons look after you at every stage. We don’t pass you to a nurse for follow up, as your aftercare is vital.
- Peace of mind – contact us through our 24-hour patient helpline.
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frequently asked questions
can exercise help to lift breasts?
A workout designed to strengthen the muscles below the breasts can cause them to sit higher on the chest wall but it will not increase or decrease their size or tighten saggy skin.
how can I prevent saggy breasts?
Sadly, there’s no way to prevent breasts from drooping but you can do a little to slow down the skin’s ageing process with lifestyle changes, including:
- Giving up smoking – tobacco breaks down collagen and elastin in the skin, causing it to lose elasticity
- Less sun exposure – sun damage can cause premature ageing, so use a high-factor sun cream on the chest, neck and decollate to protect you
- Keep weight consistent – skin stretches when we gain or lose weight, becoming less flexible and looser.
how do I know if I need a breast uplift?
There are several reasons people might choose to have breast uplift surgery. You may be suitable for a mastopexy if you are experiencing any of the following:
- Breasts sagging due to age, weight loss or pregnancy
- Downward-pointing nipples or areolas
- You feel your areolas are too large
- One breast is lower than the other
- You want your clothes to look more flattering
- You long to be breast confident