Breast Lift vs.
Breast Augmentation

There are several types of breast cosmetic surgeries that are popular. Among the most popular are breast lifts and breast augmentation.

Breast Lifts

A breast lift is the procedure in which the breasts are literally moved to a higher position on a woman’s chest. The nipple and breast tissue are moved to the level of the breast fold. The excess skin below the nipple is then tightened and shaped to a rounder, more natural shape. In many cases, a breast lift may be done at the same time as a breast augmentation. A woman may decide to have a Breast Lift for several different reasons such as:

• The breasts may sag due to age
• The breasts may sag after having children
• The breasts may shift positions on the chest because of weight gain or loss

Regardless of the reason for deciding to receive a Breast Lift procedure, this type of procedure can make a woman’s breasts look larger, stand straight out or hold a firm position on the chest.

Breast Augmentation

A breast augmentation procedure, also known as breast implants or enhancement is the procedure in which a woman’s breast size or shape is altered. A woman may decide to have a Breast Augmentation procedure for many reasons which include:

• A woman’s breasts may be different sizes
• A woman’s breasts can get smaller with age or after having children
• A woman’s breasts is not proportional to the rest of her body
• A woman’s breasts may sag
• A woman may feel that she can’t find clothes that fit right over the breasts

Breast Augmentation has the ability to make a woman’s breasts larger, more firm or stand straight out. There are many options to consider when deciding to receive a Breast Augmentation procedure such as what types of implants to choose, what type of incision will work best for you, what shape of implants look most natural and whether or not your breast augmentation should be accompanied by a breast lift.

If you live in Pennsylvania and are considering Philadelphia breast enhancement, please contact cosmetic surgeon Dr. David Bottger for more information.