Does Gaining Weight Increase Breast Size?

Weight has many effects on the body. While not all these changes are welcome, some people do want to gain weight in certain areas of their body. For women, adding fat to their breasts and buttocks is a common request.

However, will gaining weight increase these features, such as breast size, adequately to avoid surgery?

The answer depends, and it is not the same for everyone.

How Weight Gain Works

When you gain weight, fat cells may increase or get larger. They will then collect in areas with existing adipose (fat) tissue or be stored within other cells. While we cannot selectively gain and lose weight in targeted areas (such as only gaining or losing weight in the stomach), the fat may naturally accumulate in certain areas. For example, men and women tend to store fat in different areas. For men, the majority of their extra fat is stored in the abdomen. Women, on the other hand, store fat primarily in their hips and buttocks.

However, sex is not the only determiner of where fat will accumulate most on your body. Genetics, medical conditions, lifestyle, and many other factors can contribute. Therefore, some women may naturally gain a significant amount of weight in their breasts when they gain weight whereas other women may see added weight primarily in their stomach and buttocks.

With notable weight gain, the entire body will generally carry some extra fat. So, with significant weight gain, the breasts are likely to increase in size. However, it is difficult to predict by how much, but the breasts do tend to remain at roughly the same proportion to body size regardless of a person’s weight. Aesthetics-wise, the breasts are unlikely to increase in size so much that it will change the look of your body.

Increasing Breast Size

The most effective way to increase breast size and proportion is breast augmentation surgery. With the placement of breast implants or the transfer of fat from other areas of the body, Dr. Allegra can give patients larger breasts that they can feel confident in without the need for weight gain.

Breast augmentation is highly customizable and can fit nearly any body type. Dr. Allegra uses 3D imaging to help patients see and visualize their results and make the implant choice that makes the most sense for them. They can also explore fat transfer to the breasts, which involves using liposuction to harvest fat from one area and then inject it into the breasts. This is ideal for patients who may desire additional body contouring.

Conclusion

Whether or not a woman wants to increase her breast size, understanding the way your body stores fat can help you make informed health decisions, including ones concerning elective surgery. Dr. Ludwig Allegra at Northwest Face & Body has decades of experience performing breast surgeries such as breast augmentation, breast lift, and implant removal.

Northwest Face & Body is a leading cosmetic surgery clinic and medical spa located in Kirkland, Washington. They serve areas including Bellevue, Seattle, and beyond.