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Breast "Tack" for Breast Lifting?

asked 10 months ago by jo wilmington nc in Wilmington, NC
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 201 times
Tags: C cup, implant, technique

what is it called when a breast is lifted by "tacking" the breast inside-like a "hammock"? i am interested in lifting my breasts-- i have currently have implants (size 38 C) i am not interested in the standard cresent shaped incision lift. i have heard it called a breast tack-- but when i google the term-- nothing comes up- help! thanks for your time!

3 answers to Breast "Tack" for Breast Lifting?

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Internal brassiere for breast lift

Without looking at your pictures it's hard to tell which procedure would be best for you. What I often do in my practice when a pt. has implants that are behind the muscle I: Go back in through a circumareolar incision and make the capsule smaller to bring the implant up then, perform a 'donut mastopexy' to lift the nipple where it needs to be (if needed) Implants that are above the muscle: Remove the existing implants, then place them behind the... more
Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.horndeski.com

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Breast Lifting Technique?

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, without a good quality pictures or in person examination is not possible to give you good advice. I am concerned, based on your description, that you may fall in the wrong hands and undergo a procedure that has not been time tested; with your desire to limit incisions you may end up dissatisfied with the end results of surgery. I would suggest in person consultation with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons. Best... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lifts are great for the right reasons!

If you are not sagging considerably and you want to limit the scar to an area around the areo;a, then a Goes Lift is ideal for you. This is a technique whereby the breast tissue is lifted from high on the chest wal. the breast tissue is reshaped internally and then supported with an internal mesh brassiere. The results are durable and the scarring is minimal. If you desire a little added volume, my Tear Drop lift is the next best thing. Another version of this lift is the Benelli... more
Robert M. Freund, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.breastenlargement.net

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