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Can an Uplift Be Done Without the Anchor Scar?

I have implants already but still have a small amount of excess skin that I am not happy about. I do not want bigger implants than I already have. I'm am 26 and do not really want the anchor scar from an uplift cut around the nipple. Can an uplift be done in any other way?

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ALWAYS avoid the anchor scar

Yes, a lift can be done without an anchor scar or without a vertical scar. The alternate technique results in a scar only around the areola. Patients with implants often need the implants lifted too. This can be acomplished by making the pocket higher. If what you really have is 'excess skin' then, that excess skin can be removed by doing a donut mastopexy. If however, what you are needing is for your own breast tissue to be lifted, then it too... more

Breast Lift Scar

While a breast lift will lead to a scar, the degree of ptosis and the breast lift approach taken will influence the type of incision and consequently scar.

Mastopexy concerns

A mastopexy using a Lollipop type incision may be an alternative or even donut lift of the areola in some cases. Without an exam, I could not guess. You should go for a consultation.

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Mastopexy

The type of scar depends on the degree of ptosis present. There are several types of lifts, and each have different scars.

Choices in breast lift surgery

Depending upon your degree of sagging there may be many options for you. It is possible that a doughnut type breast lift or possibly a lollipop type breast lift would be appropriate. A thorough evaluation would be needed to give you appropriate advise.

Scar Pattern Choices for a Breast Lift

There are many ways to create a breast lift. If only a small amount of skin needs to be removed, it is possible to have a "dough-nut" lift with a scar at the junction between the areola and normal skin. If more skin is removed a "lolli-pop" scar pattern is the next choice. Usually the scar from a lolli-pop goes straight down the middle, but it can also be directed to the lower outer quadrant. An anchor pattern is used when there is a great deal of... more

Mastopexy / Breast Lift Incisions

The incisions used really depend on the anatomy of the patient. If there is minimal skin, then you may only need the vertical incision. However, without seeing pictures or evaluating you in person, it is impossible to give you specific advice. Good Luck.

Breast Lift Scars

You have expressed a typical concern that I hear from many women who are thinking about a breast lift. From your description it is probably unlikely that you would require a full anchor incision but only an exam can determine that for certain. My experience is similar to that already expressed in that most patients are willing to accept a scar, which frequently will fade over time, provided the breast shape and laxity is improved. It really is not a good solution to do a... more

Mastopexy without anchor scar

THere are a variety of methods for mastopexy. You would need to be seen in consultation to determine which would be most suitable for you. Given that you have already undergone an augment, consider the scarring from that operation. If your scars have healed nicely, then I would recommend that you focus more on the correct procedure to produce the amount of lift necessary.

The breast lift you "need" depends on how low your nipples are

There are multiple scar patterns for breast lifting each with more or less scar depending on how much lifting you need. IMO it is best to get ALL the lift you need for the best shape even if it means more scar. Those patients who choose to do less lift for less scar when their anatomy dictated the need for more lift are usually not very happy.

Breast lift scars

There are several different techniques that can be used to lift breasts and each leaves a different scar. The techniques that would be best for you will depend on where your excess skin is and that will determine the scar. You should talk with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss what options are available for you. Good luck.

Different Types of Breast Lifts Available?

Thank you for the question. Based on your description, it sounds like you may benefit from breast lifting surgery. Direct examination will be necessary to give you definitive advice. As you know, all forms of breast lifting involves some amount of skin excision. The skin excision serves to “tighten up” the breast skin envelope. How much skin needs to be removed will depend on each specific patient's situation. In other words, some patients require more... more

Breast lift without anchor scar. Option?

Hard to tell about your particular case without photos or exam. There are many options. Typical lifts have scars, but there are different types of scars depending on what you need. Best to see a board certified plastic surgeon. They will run through the options with you.

Breast lift options

The short answer to this question is "yes". A more detailed answer would be to review the three main surgical patterns or scar patterns for a breast lift. One scar pattern for the breast lift would involve only a crescent shaped scar around the top of the areola (nipple) or a scar around the entire edge of the nipple, in a circular fashion. An additional option would be a peri-areolar scar or a scar around the edge of the areola with a vertical scar down to the breast... more

Anchor Pattern Breast Lift Not Need for Most

From your description you do not need an anchor pattern scar technique and for all practical purposes I have abandoned that procedure about 15 years ago for a lollipop scar breast lift technique (and wish I had done it sooner !). The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under intravenous sedation and local or general anesthesia. As mentioned above there are a variety of techniques for these operations used across the USA. Most commonly there is an incision around the areola,... more