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Christopher L. Hess, MD answers: Sub-Areolar vs Circumareolar vs SemiAreolar Mastopexy

I am considering a Breast Lift and I am researching my options and I'm not sure if understand the difference or the benefits/downsides of these different procedures. Are there sugury videos available for me to veiw these procedures?


Christopher L. Hess, MD
8 months ago
By Christopher L. Hess, MD - Fairfax Plastic Surgeon

This is a tough question without seeing you.  If you're young with good breast tissue than a circumareolar mastopexy will probably be fine.  If you're young and have had several children than you may need  this plus implants.  If you have significant skin that needs resection then you'll need the periareolar plus a vertical and possibly horizontal incisions. 

Do you see where I'm going?  It's a complex question with many answers depending on your exam.  So go see several surgeons then ask the question.

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