To Lift or Augment: That is the question.

Breast augmentation (enhancement) and breast lift (mastopexy) can be confusing procedures for many women. Both will alter the shape of the breast and return it to a more youthful and fuller appearance. So what is the difference...

Breast augmentation utilizes an implant placed either behind or on top of the breast muscle through a small incision. The implant can be saline-filled or silicone-filled, both are FDA approved. The end result is larger, fuller and more youthful breasts.

In a breast breast lift procedure, the women's own breast tissue is used reshaped the breast. This results in a similar sized breast to before surgery, but more perky and youthful.

On occasion, a breast augmentation/breast lift (augmentation/mastopexy) combination may be used to achieve the end result of larger, more youthful breasts. This is done by combing the volume of an implant (saline or silicone) with the lift procedure as well.

Knowing your starting point and looking to your goals, you can make an informed decision as to which procedure may be best for you.