Fixing the Ozempic Breast | Breast Lift & Augmentation Dallas TX

GLP-1 Medications and the New Era of Weight Loss

Over the past few years, GLP-1 medications—including Ozempic®, Wegovy®, and Mounjaro®—have become some of the most popular and effective tools for weight loss worldwide.

• More than 15 million Americans currently use GLP-1 drugs.

• Typical results include 15–25% of body weight lost, improving overall health and transforming lives.

But with such rapid, substantial weight loss comes an unexpected side effect: dramatic changes in breast appearance.

What Is the “Ozempic Breast”?

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Ozempic Breast refers to the unique breast changes seen after significant GLP-1-related weight loss:

• Loss of Volume – Breast tissue shrinks, leaving breasts deflated.

• Excess Skin – The skin envelope cannot contract to match the smaller breast size.

• Droopiness (Ptosis) – Breasts descend lower on the chest.

• More Severe Than Normal – Because the weight loss is rapid, the degree of ptosis and skin laxity is often worse than typical aging or gradual weight loss.

How to Fix the Ozempic Breast

Correcting these changes typically requires both restoring volume and reshaping the breast envelope through breast lift with augmentation.

1. Restoring Volume
• Breast Implants – Modern cohesive silicone gel (“gummy bear”) implants restore upper pole fullness, cleavage, and projection.

• Fat Transfer – Uses the patient’s own fat for natural enhancement. Volume gains are more subtle compared to implants.

💡 Related read: Preserve Breast Augmentation with Motiva Implants.

2. Lifting and Reshaping

Because of the degree of excess skin, a more powerful lift technique is usually required:

• Anchor/Wise Pattern Lift – Allows removal of significant loose skin and repositioning of the nipple-areola complex for youthful proportions.

Challenges Unique to the Ozempic Breast

Breast surgery after massive weight loss presents distinct challenges:

• Poor skin quality and thinning tissue

• Stretch marks from prior fullness

• Severe excess skin and droopiness

• Large implant volumes often required

• Higher risk of “bottoming out” (implants descending too low due to weak support)

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The Internal Bra Solution

To reinforce weak tissue and ensure long-term results, surgeons often use an internal bra:

• Made from absorbable mesh products (Tigr®, Galaflex®, Durasorb®)

• Placed beneath the skin to reinforce the lower breast pole

• Acts as a scaffold for tissue ingrowth

• Helps maintain implant position and breast shape long-term

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Recovery After a Breast Lift with Augmentation

• Initial Recovery: Return to light activities in ~1 week; full activity in 4–6 weeks.

• Pain & Swelling: Mild to moderate, managed with oral medication.

• Support Garments: A surgical bra is worn for several weeks.

• Scarring: Expected, but fades with proper care.

Scar Management Options

• Silicone gels & sheeting – Help flatten scars

• Prescription creams – Reduce redness

• Laser therapy – Improves scar texture and pigmentation

💡 Related read: Breast Lift vs. Breast Augmentation – What’s the Difference?.

Why Choose Dr. John Burns for the Ozempic Breast

When it comes to complex breast surgery after massive weight loss, experience matters most.

• 25+ years of experience in cosmetic breast surgery

• Recognized by D Magazine as a Best Doctor in Breast Augmentation

• Honored as a Texas SuperDoctors® recipient

• Named by Newsweek and D Magazine as one of America’s Top Plastic Surgeons

• Known for advanced solutions like the internal bra and revision breast surgery

Dr. Burns combines artistry, technical precision, and compassionate care to help patients restore their confidence after weight loss.

Final Thoughts

The Ozempic Breast is a growing phenomenon, but it doesn’t have to be permanent. With breast lift, augmentation, and advanced techniques like the internal bra, patients can achieve beautiful, natural, and lasting results.

✨ Schedule your consultation with Dr. John Burns, MD, FACS in Dallas, TX, to explore your options for restoring breast shape, proportion, and confidence after GLP-1 weight loss.

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