Discover expert breast lift procedures and enhance your natural shape to achieve your aesthetic goals with personalized care from Dr. Photis Loizides in Ottawa.
What Does a Breast Lift Do?
A breast lift is performed to correct sagging or flattened breasts by tightening the skin, reshaping existing tissue, and repositioning the nipple areola complex to a more youthful level. The surgical goal is a rounder, firmer, more uplifted breast presence to balance your figure, not to make the breasts dramatically larger or smaller.
Dr. Photis Loizides performs breast lift as standalone procedure or combines with other treatments such as breast augmentation, breast reduction, or a Mommy Makeover to refine breast shape and overall body contour. As a Royal College-accredited plastic surgeon, Dr. Loizides focuses on individualized treatment plans and natural-looking breast rejuvenation.
Will a Breast Lift Change My Cup Size?
A breast lift alone usually does not change breast volume enough to dramatically alter your measured cup size. The procedure focuses on lifting and reshaping rather than removing significant tissue. However, some women find that they wear a different bra size after surgery because their breast sits higher on the chest and fills the cup differently, often requiring a firmer, more supportive cup and band.
A small size reduction may occur if stretched skin and some tissues are removed, especially in women who wear loose or poorly fitted bras. For many women, most changes are cosmetic: the breasts look perkier, more centered on the chest, and better shaped in clothing and swimwear even if the label on the bra stays the same.
Why Might My Bra Size Be Different After a Lift?
Several factors explain why your bra size may change and include:
- A higher breast position on the chest, which changes how the breast sits in the cup
- Tighter, smoother skin that holds the breast closer to the chest wall, reducing “spillage” into larger cups
- More accurate bra fitting after surgery, since many women discover they were wearing the wrong size before their procedure
- Differences between bra brands and styles, which can make the same stated cup size fit very differently
Some women go down a cup size because they no longer need extra cup volume to accommodate stretched, low‑sitting tissue. Others experience a lifted shape that makes their breasts appear fuller in the upper pole, so the breast looks larger and more youthful even without a major change in the number on the tag.
Can a Breast Lift Make My Breast Look Smaller?
Because breast tissue is tightened and repositioned higher on the chest rather than stretching downward, a breast lift can make the breasts look more compact and lifted, which some patients interpret as smaller.
You may be more likely to notice a slight decrease in perceived size if:
- You have significant sagging with breast tissue that hangs below the breast crease
- You previously relied on a larger cup to accommodate low, heavy breast tissue
- You choose to remove a small amount of tissue for comfort or better balance with your frame during the lift
Women seeking a measurable reduction for relief from neck, back, or shoulder pain should consider a breast reduction or choose a breast reduction with lift instead of a lift alone.
Can a Breast Lift Make My Breasts Look Bigger?
A breast lift does not add volume but changes the shape to make your breasts appear fuller and higher. Because of this repositioning, the surgery can restore upper‑pole fullness that is often lost after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight changes.
Your breasts may appear larger and more youthful if:
- Your main concern is deflation and sagging rather than overall breast volume
- You have sufficient existing tissue that can be reshaped into a rounder, more projected contour
- You previously wore minimizing or poorly supportive bras that compressed the breast
If your goal is a noticeable increase in cup size along with lift, Dr. Loizides can discuss a combined breast lift with implants to add volume and correct sagging at the same time.
What If I Want a Different Size After My Lift?
If your priority is changing cup size, discuss this clearly during your consultation so that Dr. Loizides can tailor your surgical plan to your goals.
Depending on your anatomy and preferences, Dr. Loizides may recommend:
- Breast lift alone if you like your current volume and mainly want a perkier, more youthful shape
- Breast lift with implants if you want to increase cup size, restore lost volume after pregnancy or weight loss, or enhance upper‑pole fullness
- Breast reduction with lift if you want smaller, lighter breasts with improved position and shape
Dr. Loizides offers a complete range of breast procedures, including breast augmentation, breast lift, breast lift with implants, breast reduction, breast revision, small breast augmentation, and implant removal. This approach helps align your desired outcome that fits your body proportions and lifestyle.
How Does Dr. Loizides Determine the Right Plan for Me?
Dr. Loizides starts with a detailed one-on-one consultation at his Ottawa clinic. He will review your medical history, examine your breasts for tissue and skin quality, and discuss your aesthetic goals.
During your consultation, you can expect to:
- Discuss whether you are mainly concerned about sagging, size, asymmetry, or all three
- Review options such as breast lift, breast lift with implants, breast augmentation, or breast reduction
- Learn what kind of bra size change, if any, is realistic in your situation
- Preview how a lift might affect your profile, nipple position, and cleavage in clothing and swimwear
Because your cup size varies between bra brands and is not a precise medical measurement, Dr. Loizides will focus on proportions, comfort, and visual balance instead of a specific letter size. This helps avoid disappointment and aims for a natural‑looking result that fits your body outline.
How Long Do Breast Lift Results Last?
Breast lift results are long-lasting, but no surgery can stop the natural aging process, gravity, or the effects of weight fluctuations and pregnancy. Over time, some relaxation of the tissues is normal, but most patients enjoy a firmer, higher breast position for many years, especially if they maintain a stable weight and good support.
To help extend your breast lift enhancement, we recommend you:
- Wear well-fitted, supportive bras, especially during exercise
- Maintain a stable weight and avoid significant weight gain or loss
- Avoid smoking, which can weaken skin quality and slow healing
- Follow all pre- and postoperative instructions provided by Dr. Loizides and his team
If you wish to add volume after future life changes, additional options like breast augmentation can be safely considered once you have fully healed.
Is a Breast Lift Right for My Cosmetic Goals?
You may be a good candidate for a breast lift with or without changes in cup size if:
- Your breasts look deflated or flattened, especially in the upper portion
- Your nipples point downward or sit below the breast crease when unsupported
- You are generally satisfied with your breast volume but want a more youthful position and shape
- You are in good overall health and have realistic expectations about size and symmetry
To significantly increase or decrease breast size, you can consider combining your lift with augmentation or reduction to achieve your aesthetic and functional goals. At your consultation, Dr. Loizides will help you prioritize what matters most—cup size, shape, relief from symptoms, or all the above—and customize your plan accordingly.
How Can I Learn More?
Dr. Loizides sees breast surgery patients at his Ottawa, Ontario practice where he offers breast lift, breast augmentation, breast lift with implants, breast reduction, and other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. His clinic is conveniently located at 1400 Wellington Street West, 1st Floor, Ottawa, ON K1Y 2X2, and his team is available to answer questions and help you plan your visit.
To learn if a breast lift is appropriate to reach your natural breast shape and achieve you goals, contact us through the online form or call the office to schedule a personalized consultation. For more information about breast procedures, visit the main Breast section of the website or browse the breast lift photo gallery to see real patient results.
