Is a Benelli Lift with Augmentation Right for Me? (photo)

I am trying to avoid a vertical scar (previous scars tend to pigment although don't spread) so I'm hoping a Benelli lift with augmentation (Naturelle midrange 304cc silicone) will be adequate. I am currently a 34C/D and I don't mind a little sag but am more concerned with shape, nipple placement and overall aesthetics. My PS is fine with this option although would perform a lollipop if given the choice. Am I making the right decision?

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Binnelli Vs. Vertical Lift with Breast Augmentation

Patients often have difficulty making a decision about a breast lift as a result of concerns regarding scarring of the breast. This becomes more difficult if the amount of breast ptosis is minimal. In severe cases, a wise pattern incision pattern with longer scars under the breast is necessary. Intermediate cases are well served by a vertical lift. A Binnelli lift is only indicated when the lift necessary is minimal. It is more effective in controlling areolar/nipple... more

When to use a circumareolar ( Benelli) lift.

Thank you for your question and for your photographs. You have a mild degree of sagging of the breasts and are considering a moderate size implant. In this situation a Benelli lift is reasonable to consider because an implant alone may not be enough to elevate the excess skin. Even with Benelli lift because you have a generous amout of natural breast tissue your natural breast will still have some droop, but a little droop looks more natural. A lollipop lift... more

Benelli lift and implants

It is very difficult to tell if you would be a candidate for a Benelli and an implant. Your arms are elevated in the photos and this can make your breasts look lifted. An exam is key.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Binelli lift and Augmentation

You appear to be a good candidate for a moderate size implant and lift. The Binelli lift will help, but might reduce projection a bit. The Binelli with a vertical component will give excellent shape and projection. Your concerns seem to be the scars. The vertical scar is almost always the best one on the breast and heals beautifully. I would also recommend post operative taping of the scars for 4-6 weeks and the addition of SkinMedica Scar Recovery Gel. This is the Best scar... more

Benelli vs.. Vertical breast lift

The vertical lift offers the most stable and significant improvement in breast shape and overall aesthetics in women who have moderate to significant drooping as compared with the Benelli(doughnut) lift. Of course you are the best judge of your desired outcome and your tolerance for the trade-off in scarring. In my experience the verttical scar is well worth the results in most patients and tends to heal well.

May not get the result you want with a doughnut (Benelli) breast lift

The biggest problem with the Benelli breast lift is that you get minimal lift with the risk loosing breast projection. On the right candidate the procedure works very well. I generally reserve this operation to women who have enlarged areola along with a mild degree of sagging. In your particular situation you definitely are at risk for not achieving the result you desire. You are at risk for developing widened peri-areolar scars and a widening of the diameter of the... more

Two main breast lift considerations

Hello, Thank you for the photo and question. Both options are reasonable, the bigger question is what would you like to achieve most. Avoiding a vertical incision and getting the best breast shape are mutually exclusive in your case since the vertical incision would help cone the breast. You can also get a Benelli lift and then add a vertical component later on if you so choose. All the best, Dr Remus Repta

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Dr Minetti is absolutely correct. Benelli lift is path to a poor result for your breasts. Why not just wait til you're ready to accept a vertical scar and trade a scar for a great shape.

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If your not concerned about the sag, a modest implant with a periareolar lift will give you good enough results. If after its all said and done and your not 100% happy you can always redo the lift to vertical lift.

Benellii Lifts

Hello, Although most of your respondents were glib about a Benelli lift for you, I would heed the advice of Drs. Gottlieb and Pousti. The Benelli lift is a great technique for a small, minimally sagging breast, and it can lead to a beautifully shaped breast. Your breasts however, are not small or minimally sagging (your nipples appear to be below your infra-mammary fold). Choosing a Benelli lift when you need a more appropriate lift could result in a multitude of problems... more