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    • Kevin D. Myers, MD
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What Age Should You Get a Breast Lift?

If your breasts are no longer firm and lifted, you may wonder what you can do to improve their appearance. Contrary to popular belief, building your back muscles isn’t enough. At Northstate Plastic Surgery Associates in Chico, CA, we are proud to offer mastopexy, more commonly known as a breast lift.

What Is the Right Age for a Breast Lift?

18 to 25 Years of Age

Some young women have fully developed breast tissue by the age of 16 or 17. Others are still growing through a good part of their 20s. If you are between the ages of 18 and 25, a breast lift may be right for you if your breasts have finished developing and you are self-conscious about the lift of your breasts.

26 to 35 Years of Age

Sagging breasts often occur after childbirth and nursing. Between the ages of 26 and 35 may be the right age for you to receive mastopexy if you are experiencing significant sagging due to pregnancy and nursing. Women who receive a breast lift after childbirth often benefit from having a breast reduction or breast augmentation performed at the same time. To determine if now is the right time to opt for several cosmetic procedures, consult with a plastic surgeon.

36 to 45 Years of Age

At the age of 25, your body starts to produce less collagen. Collagen is a type of protein that keeps your skin tight, firm, plump and beautiful. By the time you’re 36, there’s an excellent chance that you’re noticing signs of aging. Some people find that their facial skin sags. Others find that the skin around their breasts has started to sag.

46 to 50 Years of Age

It is not uncommon for women to wait until they are in their mid- to late-40s to receive a breast lift. Between the ages of 46 and 50, there is a very good chance that the time is right for you to undergo mastopexy. If you are older than 50, there is a slightly reduced chance that you are a good candidate for this procedure.

Over 50 Years of Age

If you are over the age of 50, the time may still be right for you to undergo mastopexy. During your initial consultation, there are some other things we will consider to determine if you should undergo this procedure. The first thing we will look at is your health. Then, we will review your expectations and the current health of the skin on your breasts.

Important Consideration Other Than Age

Health

The most important factor in determining if mastopexy is right for you is your general health. The time may be right for you to undergo this procedure if you are not obese, you do not consume any nicotine or tobacco products, you do not have a family or personal history of breast cancer and you do not have a bleeding or clotting disorder, such as deep vein thrombosis.

Breasts Symmetry

There are many reasons why your breasts may be asymmetrical. For example, you may have breastfed unevenly at some point. You may also have always had asymmetrical breasts. You may have scoliosis which has progressed to the point that the asymmetry is dramatically affecting the appearance of your breasts.

Regardless of why your breasts are asymmetrical, a board-certified plastic surgeon can reconstruct your breast tissue during mastopexy to leave you with symmetrical, shapely breasts.

Skin

Many people, regardless of age, opt for mastopexy because the skin over their breasts is stretched out. During mastopexy, any excess skin is removed and the remaining skin is tightened. If you have excess skin resulting from dramatic breast volume loss, you may find that mastopexy will restore the perkiness and youthfulness of your breasts. Besides improving the aesthetics of your breasts, excess skin removal will help your bras fit more comfortably.

Breast Shape

During your initial consultation, the shape and position of your breasts will be evaluated. However, you may be able to tell if now is the right time for you to undergo mastopexy at home with a technique known as the “pencil test”. To perform the test, place a pencil along the inframammary fold underneath your unsupported breast. Release your breast. If the pencil remains in place, you have failed the pencil test and there is sagging. If you fail the pencil test, you may want to take the “pinch test” next to see if a breast lift is really right for you.

To perform the pinch test, place the tips of your left ring and middle fingers in the center of the inframammary fold under your left breast in line with your nipple. Slide the tips of your fingers up to the junction where the abdominal skin meets the bottom of the breast without lifting the breast. Ensuring that your right thumb remains over the front of the breast, gently bring up the tip of your thumb towards the tip of your middle finger and pinch your breast lightly. If your thumb tip inches the breast above the nipple, there is an excellent chance that now is the perfect time for you to undergo mastopexy.

Is Mastopexy Right for You?

If you’re self-conscious about the lift of your breasts, mastopexy can be life-changing. To determine if a breast lift is right for you, contact Northstate Plastic Surgery Associates in Chico, CA today to schedule your initial consultation. We would love to meet you and answer any and all questions you have about the procedure to help you determine if it would help you achieve your ideal aesthetic.

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by frank covich

Dec30,2025

I have known Dr Myers for around 4 years as he assessed my carpal tunnel issues and in followup will now soon do his magic on my one wrist and then in the upcoming months the other wrist. He did a thorough workup. I am about to have my first one and will state, I am so comfortable with Dr. Myers. I am not even thinking about the procedure. Thank your lucky stars if you are seeing Dr Myers for any medical assessment and treatments. He is a world class medical professional with an amazing education and history. I know because I was a medical center consultant in New York for 20 years and the people in Chico are so fortunate to have the care of Dr Myers. Frank Covich Chico

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Implant removal

by Maria Thomas

Mar30,2024

I am very very pleased with the removal of the leaking implants. I feel Dr Myers saved my life. The implants were quite disgusting. The Staff is awesome. Thank you for taking care of me in my time of need

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Comapssioanate

by Ben Greenleaf

Jun17,2020

The team is brillant, comapassioante and professional! The team are ahead of their time with update techniques of cool sculpting, breast augmentation and breast mastectomy. I have recieved all the postive results I wanted. I would go back for other procedures. I trust the team with my life. They saved mine. I have nothing but love for the team.

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People Can't Believe I'm 75!

by Joanne Wilburn

Aug23,2019

I'm 75 years old, and recently upon visiting various doctors, I've had three of them either walk past me staring or even walk past the examination room, not recognizing their 75 year old patient. I've even had one nurse tell me the doctor thought he had the wrong person in the examination room because my skin looked so young! People actually come up to me and ask to touch my face. I love it!

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Professional and caring, skilled healthcare team!

by Stacey Longtin-Horton

Jan18,2019

In late October I had a work-related injury that resulted in a partial amputation of my left thumb. Because my bone was exposed, reconstructive surgery was needed in order to minimize infection and to save what I had left of my thumb. Dr. Kevin Myers determined that a Moberg advancement flap was the best option to maintain full range of motion and the most thumb length possible. My overall experience here was absolutely amazing! The entire staff was very accommodating and kind and worked in a very professional matter. They were always there to answer questions when I had them. My surgery went very well, and recovery was easy. A little over two months later, I now have a fully functioning thumb with full feeling and full range of motion! I am totally impressed with the work that the healthcare staff did! Although I hope to never need any reconstructive surgery again, I would not hesitate coming back here if I needed to for any issue. 100% would recommend to friends or family.

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Most caring doctor

by Caroline

Jan 8,2019

Dr Myers is the most kindest caring plastic surgeon I have ever had. A heart of gold. The staff is wonder caring and sweetest ever. He does great surgery on burn patients such as I. I would whole heartily recommend this wonderful man.

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I’m beyond happy

by Brandi

Mar29,2018

The whole staff at NSPS took great care of me throughout my whole experience, I cannot day enough good things!!! They are very personable and knowledgeable, I fell very comfortable with my decision AND I love my results!!

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