How Common is Muscle Splitting Augmentation with Lift? (photo)

How common is the muscle splitting augmentation with lift? I read that internal sutures for a lift <2mm can hidden inside w/o a vertical scar? I viewed 2 articles on this technique (Baxter:RA and Khan:UD). What are your experiences with this procedure? Does it result in nicely shaped breast? My R breast is a little lower than my L breast. But I don't want a vertical scar. I understand that without an actual consultation, you must be somewhat cautious in your response. Thanks for the feedback.

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Ultimate Breast Lift = No Vertical Scar and No Implants

Thank you for your question and photos. I often 'score' the superior portion of the pectoralis major muscle to minimize the downward vector placed on a submuscular implant. This helps keep the implant in place. There is a technique called the Ultimate Breast Lift that reshapes and anchors the breast internally without a vertical scar. This technique is not a cookie cutter technique like the others. Different parameters are used to design the ideal breast. You have two options... more

How Common is Muscle Splitting Augmentation with Lift? (photo)

Keeping things honest with you. You need to be ok with scars on your breast. That is the first obstacle that a women who needs an augmentation and a lift needs to come to terms with. Depending on your goals you may be ok with an augmentation without a lift. If you are ok with a more natural teardrop shape to your breasts then implants alone might be ok for you. This advice is without speaking to you or performing an examination. If you are looking for more rejuvenated breasts that sit higher... more

Several breast lift options are available to you

Hello, There are several breast lift options that are available each with their own strength and weakness. The vertical incision that is used in the "lollipop" breast lift allows tightening of the lower pole of the breast. For some patients this is an important part of their breast shaping procedure and for others less so. The best result for you would be provided by including the vertical incision but you can choose to omit this if you understand the results that you... more

AUGMENTATION/MASTOPEXY

Thanks for the helpful photos. It appears from the photos that you would benefit from a Circumvertical or Areolar Mastopexy with an Augmentation. I would recommend a consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area to discuss your options.

Lift vs implant insertion technique?

You are trying to find more magic in an insertion technique than exists. Whether you go above the muscle or below the muscle in any way, implants will not lift your breasts (elevate the nipples) nor will they alone correct your asymmetry. For the very best result, you would be well served to accept the fact that your anatomy appears from the photo to need lifting done. Almost all patients will trade the best look and shape they can get for the scars required to do it. more

Augmentation and lift

You need to have realistic expectations based on your anatomy. A consultation will be essential to proper planning. Based on your anatomy, most surgeons would rec. a periareolar lift or vertical mastopexy with implants. The final shape you are seeking will determine which will be best for you.

Lift

Although you can not be measured over the internet, the photo appears to show most of the breast below the fold or breast base. The nipple position is needing a much great than 2 cm. (i think you meant that , not mm) lift. I have used internal sutures on an occassional basis. I think you will find most surgeons will recommend a vertical or standard lift. You need an exam