You may have heard of “Ozempic face,” a side effect of weight loss medications like Ozempic. However, this phenomenon isn’t limited to facial changes alone; “Ozempic breast” is becoming just as well-known. Both conditions result in a loss of volume and excess skin due to rapid weight loss. Unfortunately, you can’t control where the weight comes off first, and for many, the breasts experience significant volume loss and excess skin, leading to deflated, sagging breasts.
The good news is that breast enhancement, whether through augmentation or a breast lift, can restore a youthful, full appearance to your breasts while complementing your new weight-loss curves.
What Are Semaglutide Drugs?
Semaglutide drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus, are used to manage type II diabetes and support weight loss. These medications belong to the GLP-1 receptor agonist class, which increases insulin release, reduces glucagon levels, slows gastric emptying, and decreases appetite. These combined effects help control blood sugar levels and promote weight loss, making semaglutide a versatile option for individuals with diabetes or obesity. However, rapid weight loss from Ozempic can sometimes result in the body losing volume too quickly, leading to excess, loose skin.
What Are “Ozempic Breasts”?
“Ozempic breast” refers to changes in breast size and shape due to rapid weight loss induced by GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and similar drugs. These changes often include a loss of volume, sagging, and sometimes breast tenderness. The rapid fat loss can leave the skin around the breasts loose and deflated, causing the nipples to point downward. This phenomenon is not a direct side effect of the medication, but rather a consequence of the significant weight loss these drugs can promote.
How Breast Augmentation Can Help Address Breast Changes
Rapid weight loss associated with Ozempic can quickly deflate voluminous breasts, leaving you feeling very self-conscious. Typically, the volume loss is most noticeable in the upper portion of the breasts. In such cases, breast augmentation with implants can restore the lost volume, giving you youthful, rounded breasts that complement your new weight-loss curves. For those with minimal excess skin, breast augmentation alone is often sufficient to achieve the desired results.
Add a Breast Lift for Optimal Results
If your weight loss journey has resulted in not only lost volume but also loose, excess skin causing sagging and a droopy nipple position, a breast lift combined with breast augmentation can be an ideal solution. This procedure not only restores lost volume with implants but also removes the excess skin, reshapes the breasts, and repositions the nipples to a more youthful height.
The combination of these techniques provides a contoured and aesthetically pleasing appearance, enhancing your overall body shape. By addressing both volume loss and skin laxity, this comprehensive approach ensures that your breasts look full, firm, and well-proportioned, complementing your new weight loss curves beautifully.
When Is the Best Time to Address Ozempic Breasts?
While it might be tempting to address changes to your breasts as soon as they occur, it’s best to wait until you reach your goal weight. Undergoing a breast augmentation or lift while you are still losing weight can impact your results and often necessitate additional surgical procedures to achieve your desired body contours. By waiting until your weight stabilizes, you can ensure more predictable and lasting outcomes from your breast enhancement surgery.
If you are currently taking Ozempic or a similar medication for weight loss and are seeing drastic changes, Dr. Drew Davis can answer all your questions and help create a surgical plan that will address your unique concerns and goals. Call 916-318-5770 today to schedule your consultation.
Author: Dr. Drew Davis
Dr. Drew Davis completed his residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Stanford University Medical Center and is proud to be board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. After practicing for many years in the Bay Area, Dr. Davis has chosen private practice in the Sacramento area to allow him to provide the most personal and individualized patient care.
