What is a standard mastopexy bilateral?

Question

I just received a quote on my breast augmentation and lift. My breast lift type reads "standard mastopexy bilateral". What type of lift is this standard mastopexy bilateral? Is that anchor, vertical, or an areola incision?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Each
surgeon has their own unique technique for doing mastopexies, often a
combination of various techniques.  The
most common procedures are the anchor, the lollipop or the circumareoala.  The technique I prefer is The Mini Ultimate
Breast LiftTM, which uses a circumareola approach to avoid the ugly vertical
scars of the lollipop or anchor shaped incisions. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Vijith Vijayasekaran, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

"Standard Mastopexy" could vary depending on what the surgeons preferred technique . If the surgeon  prefers the short scar mastopexy technique she/he would call this a standard mastopexy. You should contact your surgeon and ask for clarification. I would suggest making another appointment with the surgeon so you can  clarify and also ask any questions related to the surgery. Good luck

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

Please get in touch with the surgeon who gave you the quote.  If you need another opinion the Please find an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
and member of the Aesthetic Society using the Smart Beauty Guide.These Plastic Surgeons can guide you on all
aspects of facial surgery, breast augmentation and body procedures including
tummy tucks or mommy makeovers!

Donald Nunn, MD (retired) · Answer

Standard mastopexy differs from surgeon to surgeon.  Best to ask the surgeon the precise technique that will be used.  Donald R. Nunn MD  Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

I had to laugh at this question. The surgeon and his office are using an internal term that have no meaning to another surgeon. The "bilateral" is OK and means both sides. The "mastopexy" term is a breast lift. But the "standard"??? The only person who knows what standard means to that doctor is the doctor himslf. You definitely need to know exactly what will be done and if he hasn't explained that to you with great care I would suggest you might find another doctor who will.

What is a standard mastopexy bilateral?

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