Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Recent answer posted by Peter E. Johnson, MD
Q: Is circumareolar lift necessary with Breast Implants to increase fullness?
Circumareolar lift is all about nipple position. The goal is to keep the nipple forward and on the front of the breast. The breast will not appear fuller, in fact the geometry of circumareolar lift can have the opposite effect and reduce projection of the breast. You are courageous to send your pictures and I feel you will do well with implants alone. The scar from a circumareolar lift can be acceptable when necessary, though regrettable when it is not. The best approach is augmentation, and let everything settle and shape for many months. If you are unhappy the lift can easily be done as a second step, though again I don't think you will find that you need it.
Best of luck,
peterejohnsonmd
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| Education | Undergraduate: University of Illinois Medical School: Northwestern University Medical School |
| Post-medical school training | Fellowship training: University of Miami |
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