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Which Type of Breast Lift Would You Recommend?

asked 1 year ago by 8708
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 2,676 times
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My priority is less scar, and the second is shape/breast lift. I am in my mid 20s and never gave a birth. I feel that I will be happy with even 2 cm lift. (upward and inward)

14 answers to Which Type of Breast Lift Would You Recommend?

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You will most likely need a inveterd-T or Vertical lift mastopexy

You will need a vertical or inverted t mastopexy. this is because of the location of your nipples, the density and size of your breasts.
S. Sean Younai, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Lift Type?

Thank you for the question in pictures. I think you will benefit from breast lifting surgery; this will likely involve a vertical mastopexy. Timing of the operation is up to you; ideally, you will be able to wait until after completing pregnancies and achieving a long-term stable weight prior to undergoing breast surgery. Most patients are willing to accept the scars associated with breast lift surgery in exchange for the improvement of breast position, contour, and symmetry... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Do it right the first time!

Nobody likes scars and it is understandable that you want to minimize them. However, the worst thing that you can have in your situation is to have a small lift with minimal scars with poor or incomplete results. You then have to have a second surgery and will end up with the longer scars that you were trying to avoid in the first place. Now you'll have had two operations with all the additional costs and risks associated with them. I recommend a vertical... more
Adam Hamawy, MD

Westchester Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lift and scars

ANy form of breast lift procedure will place scars on your breast.  More than likely some form of a vertical incision closure like a lollipop will suffice.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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TO LIFT OR NOT TO LIFT

Any kind of lift will leave you with scars.   Most of the time breast lift scars do not heal perfectly.  To a certain extent they will be visible not matter what technique is used.  If you plan on having children, I would recommend not doing any surgery at this time.  Your breasts will definitely change as the result of pregnancy and breast feeding. If you have a lift now there is a good chance you will need another lift after completing your family.... more
Todd B. Koch, MD

Buffalo Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lift in large breasts

Because your breasts are full and heavy, I would recommend a small reduction and a lollipop-type scar lift.  I would also not simply remove skin but rearrange your breast tissue on the inside to decrease the tension on the incision line.  Too much tension will widen your scars.  Your skin looks as if it should retract well to a new breast shape instead of attempting to simply lift the breast with skin removal only.
Michael Baroody, MD

Danbury Plastic Surgeon
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You will have to prioritize

Dear 8708, The lift that you demonstrate in your photos appears to be greater than 2cm, which is really the upper limit of the periareolar (around the nipple scar) technique.  You would receive the best projection and shape with a lollipop scar from a vertical technique.  If scarring is your absolute number one priority you can do a periareolar technique, but don't come crying back to your plastic surgeon that there is not enough lift.  Good lift. more
Kenneth R. Francis, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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IDEAL Breast Lift for me

While you may THINK you are willing to accept the result of minimal scarring and minimal lift, I assure you that that is NOT what you would be happy with long term. The amount of lift that you need is FAR more than what is readily achievable with a Periareolar lift and if you read the comments on this site from women who had tried to get MORE from a periareolar lift than the procedure was designed for you will see why you should NOT be having it. I would suggest you consider having a Hall... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Simple breast lift

The amount of lift you are simulating with your fingers is far more than 2 cm and closer to 4cm. If you are truly being honest with yourself, a 2 cm lift could be achieved with a peri-areolar crescent lift technique but it is my experience that you will not be satisfied with the results. see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Doughnut breast lift will give you modest lift.

Hi. 1)  That's what I would suggest if you only want a scar around your nipples and if you will accept only a moderate lift. 2) For best shape and long lasting result, you need lollipop scars. Women accept these scars very well if they love their new shape.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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The verticle lift will work

You will need more than nipple lift since the whole breast tissue has sagged over the inframammary fold. You need to understand that you will need revisions later on because of your tissue type. I would also recommend small reduction at the same time.
Kamran Khoobehi, MD

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon
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Type of Breast Lift Would You Recommend

I know the donut is the least scars but you really need a full lift. Sorry. Thanks for the photos posted. It really helps. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, 305 598 0091.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lift

The type of breast lift you need depends on the end result you want and the side effects you will tolerate. If you are simply concerned about the position of your nipple-areola complex, a periareola lift of some sort (superior crescent or circumferential) may be helpful at the risk of a widening of the scar or of the areolar diameter over time and lack of breast shaping. If you want some shaping and lift of the entire breast, you will probably do fine with a vertical lift with the attendant... more
Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lift for a stable result

Given your age and photos, your breast is relatively heavy and dense, and the droop is significant enough to indicate that a vertical breast lift is the best choice for a stable result. Though the scar is larger, the support will hold the nipple up over the breast and prevent the nipple from enlarging with a recurrence of the droop. The vertical lift may even survive pregnancy and breast feeding if this is in your future as well. Breast of luck, peterejohnsonmd
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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