Posted January 15, 2026 in Breast Revision
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and weight fluctuations can significantly change the appearance of the breasts, even for women who previously had breast augmentation. These natural life events often affect breast shape, volume, and implant position, leading some patients to consider breast revision surgery.
At his Sacramento and Granite Bay offices, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Scott Green helps women restore balance, comfort, and confidence through customized breast revision procedures.
How Pregnancy Changes Augmented Breasts
Pregnancy and breastfeeding frequently stretch the breast tissue and skin. Even when implants are in place, hormonal changes and milk production can cause the breasts to fluctuate in size, which may lead to sagging or a loss of upper-pole fullness once breastfeeding ends. Some women notice that their implants sit lower than before or feel that their overall shape has changed. These concerns are common and often addressed through revision surgery.
The Impact of Weight Fluctuations
Gaining or losing weight affects not only natural breast tissue but also how implants sit on the chest. Significant weight loss may lead to deflation and increased skin laxity, while weight gain can stretch the skin and soften the implant’s appearance. Over time, these changes may create asymmetry, a less defined contour, or discomfort due to shifting tissue support. Breast revision surgery can correct these issues by adjusting implant placement, changing implant type or size, or adding a breast lift for improved shape.
What Breast Revision Can Improve
Every woman’s needs after pregnancy or weight changes are different, which is why Dr. Green takes a highly individualized approach. Breast revision may include:
• Replacing implants with a different size or material
• Switching from saline to silicone implants or vice versa
• Correcting implant position or addressing visible rippling
• Adding a breast lift to raise and reshape the breasts
• Removing implants for patients who prefer a more natural look
The goal is always the same: to restore proportion and create a result that feels balanced and natural.
Schedule a Consultation
Dr. Green is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in breast revision procedures. His approach focuses on understanding each patient’s concerns, evaluating their anatomy, and designing a surgical plan that enhances comfort and aesthetics.
If your breasts have changed after pregnancy or weight fluctuations, breast revision surgery may help restore the shape and balance you want. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Scott Green, call our Sacramento office at (916) 909-1775 or our Granite Bay office at (916) 471-2551.