Sagging breasts are a common issue for many women. Typically, drooping breasts are common in middle age and onward. There are also times when sagging occurs much earlier in life, and will get progressively worse over time. Thankfully our Dallas, TX plastic surgery center offers breast enhancement surgeries that can treat these issues.
Before undergoing breast lift surgery, we think it’s important that patients understand the potential causes of what they’re experiencing. Below are some of the most common reasons why breasts droop and sag.
Wearing a Bra That Doesn’t Provide Support
All bras are not created equal. Some provide better support than others. If you are wearing a bra that doesn’t provide proper support, it can take its toll on your breasts. Over 30 or 40 years, your breasts can wind up drooping or sagging considerably.
The best way to address these issues is to get professionally fitted for a bra. This helps ensure proper comfort and support for the decades to come. Many lingerie stores and department stores offer this service.
Weight Gain and Weight Loss
Fluctuations in weight can lead to changes to your skin. Pregnancy, crash diets, normal weight gain, and natural weight loss can result in your skin being stretched out. These weight changes can also lead to the loss of natural skin elasticity.
The ideal way to address these issues is to maintain a normal/steady weight over time. Eat healthy and exercise regularly to feel great and keep a generally steady weight.
Smoking
Smoking can lead to cancer and heart disease, but it can also have a negative impact on your appearance. Smoking breaks down the elastin in your skin, which can lead to poor skin elasticity. Over time, this means the formation of wrinkles as well as drooping breasts.
Consider this yet another reason to quit smoking. We encourage you to speak with your general practitioner if you need help kicking the habit for good.
Lack of Sun Protection
The sun’s UV rays can do a lot of damage to your skin and the underlying collagen. Years and years of sunbathing, tanning, and regular sun exposure could mean wrinkles as well as sagging, unhealthy skin.
Whenever you are outdoors, be sure to wear sunblock. This will help prevent cancer and keep your skin supple. It’s also a good idea to stay in the shade when possible, or to do gardening, yard work, and other outdoor activities when the sun isn’t its brightest during the day.
Breasts Are Too Large for Your Frame
Genetics may be working against you if you’re trying to have perky breasts. Some women may be born with breasts that are too large for their frame. Over time, the weight of these breasts can lead to significant sagging.
A supportive bra can help minimize the amount of drooping over time, and can also help minimize back and shoulder pain. Undergoing a breast reduction surgery can also be helpful.
The Natural Aging Process
The effects of aging will lead to some amount of drooping and sagging. This is an unavoidable fact of getting older, but thankfully there are options for treatment.
By considering all of the tips provided above, women can minimize the amount of sagging they experience throughout their lives. When sagging sets in, breast lift surgery can help improve the firmness and contour of the breasts.
Contact Dr. Paul Pin
For more information about drooping breasts and how we can help restore the pertness and perkiness of the bustline, be sure to contact our plastic surgery center. We all look forward to your visit and discussing these matters in greater detail.