I'm concerned with the technique used for a breast reduction and lift completed last September. Originally the scar wasn't in the crease and my surgeon revised this a few months later. The technique used extended the anchor scar well into my midline. I don't necessarily want any revision again but is there something that can be done about the scarring? There appears to be a fold and It's very visible from a swimsuit or low cut blouse.
July 19, 2022
Answer: 1 year post op-breast lift, can something be done for anchor scar in midline? Hello @Persistent6482 thank you for your question. Incisions are made based on specialist expertise and technique to obtain the best aesthetic result. There are 3 types of scars for a breast lift. During a breast reduction with prosthesis change, we make a periareolar incision to reposition the prosthesis pocket or the plane in which the prosthesis is situated. This will give the best esthetic result.The other incision that I always make is an L-shaped one. It's the one I always do, because the L-shaped scar allows the patient to have a scar-free cleavage. I have been performing the technique for 21 years and it is a technique that works perfectly in breast lift, breast reduction and reconstruction.I never use the anchor scar, because for me the best aesthetic result comes from the L shape scar. For more information and recommendations, it is prudent to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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July 19, 2022
Answer: 1 year post op-breast lift, can something be done for anchor scar in midline? Hello @Persistent6482 thank you for your question. Incisions are made based on specialist expertise and technique to obtain the best aesthetic result. There are 3 types of scars for a breast lift. During a breast reduction with prosthesis change, we make a periareolar incision to reposition the prosthesis pocket or the plane in which the prosthesis is situated. This will give the best esthetic result.The other incision that I always make is an L-shaped one. It's the one I always do, because the L-shaped scar allows the patient to have a scar-free cleavage. I have been performing the technique for 21 years and it is a technique that works perfectly in breast lift, breast reduction and reconstruction.I never use the anchor scar, because for me the best aesthetic result comes from the L shape scar. For more information and recommendations, it is prudent to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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July 11, 2022
Answer: Breast lift results Dear Persistent6482, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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July 11, 2022
Answer: Breast lift results Dear Persistent6482, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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