This sometimes happens after a donut mastopexy. In a donut mastopexy, a larger circumference of skin has to be closed around the smaller circumference of the areola. The larger circumference of skin has to be "pleated" to make it the same size as the circumference of the areoala. In order to avoid... more
How to get rid of areolar wrinkles?
I had a Breast lift 18 months ago (doughnut incision). The shape and feel of my breasts are okay, but the surgery left me with deep wrinkles around both areolas. When I discussed this with the surgeon he said that he should have used the T-shape technique, but reverted to doughnut further to my persistence on minimal scarring. What are my options now? Please explain those techniques with Before and After photos, if possible.
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2 answers to “How to get rid of areolar wrinkles?”
A: The suture may be the cause
If your plastic surgeon used a permanent suture around your areola to keep it smaller, this can sometimes cause "pleating" like a drawstring effect. This suture can be removed if it was used and although your areola may become a little larger, the pleating should soften a lot. Best of luck. Dr... more
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