Combining Breast Lift and Augmentation Surgery Medically reviewed by Dr. Alex Facque on October 10, 2025. Breast Lift vs. Breast Augmentation Breast lift and breast augmentation are two types of plastic surgery that modify the appearance of the breasts. They can be performed together or separately, depending on a patient’s goals and unique anatomy. The primary differences between these two procedures are listed below: Breast Lift A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises the position of the breasts and removes unwanted sagging skin. Purpose: This procedure is meant to reverse the effects of breast ptosis, the medical term for sagging or drooping breasts. …