Will Benelli Lift Without Implants Help Small Sagging Breasts?

I for one really do not like using anything other than very small implants with a Benelli lift. If you are looking for subtle changes and don't want implants, then a Benelli may be a good option.

It looks like your breasts can become perkier with the right implants, instead of getting a breast lift. You can also consider breast augmentation with fat transfer.

The key to success lies in letting you surgeon know
specifically what you would like to look like following the surgery. For
example, how perky do you want to be, what shape do you want to have,
etc.? However from your description it would appear that a lollipop
type lift would be best for you rather than a periareolar lift like the Benelli
procedure. Here is a rule of thumb that works for most patients. If you nipple
is above your lower breast crease then often a periareolar lift will be
sufficient for most patients. If your nipple is at or below your crease then a
vertical lift (lollipop lift), inverted T or anchor pattern may be required.In your particular case, you might want to also consider fat transfer as an alternative to breast augmentation to complement your planned  lift. See the below link for more details.

I believe that you are a great candidate for breast augmentation.  With the right choice of implants you may not need to have a breast lift that would require additional incisions.

No two patients are the same
and everyone’s situation is slightly different. Occasionally patients are seen
who have minimal amounts of loose skin and breast sag. When this situation
arises, the benelli lift is an excellent option.

 

         This procedure will
tighten the skin and minimally lift the areola into a higher position. The
procedure can be done in combination with breast augmentation when indicated.

 

         The results are good
with this procedure when the indications are appropriate. Occasionally, the
procedure is asked to do more then is reasonable. Under these circumstances
wide scars can result.

 

         If you’re
considering this type of procedure, consultation with a board certified plastic
surgeon is appropriate. This surgeon should be able to help you formulate an
appropriate treatment plan. 

Thank you for your questions and for your photograph.  The short answer is yes, a Periareolar mastopexy would help tighten the skin and could allow some elevation of the right nipple-areola which is lower than the left. It would probably not get rid of all the skin laxity, but might be an improvement.  I respect your desire not to have breast implants, but this is a situation where the addition of volume such as an implant can often be of help to fill  out the loose skin. For small augmentations some are turning to fat grafting of the breast which utilizes your own fat to enhance the volume.  At present, it is still controversial because fat grafting can lead to calcifications that may be confused with breast cancer.  It may not be appropriate for you because by your statistics you are very slender and of course you would need an area for fat to be harvested from.  Best wishes

Thank you for your question and photo.

I realize you asked your question 3 yrs ago, but for the benefit of others in your situation the answer is as follows:

Most if not all your breast tissue has settled on the bottom half of your breasts. The Benelli technique cannot move and re arrange that tissue high enough for a perkier/younger appearance. The Benelli is limited in lifting breast tissue in only one plane and relies on the skin envelope alone to maintain your lift. The Mini Ultimate Breast Lift uses a 'strapping' technique to permanently lift and reshape your breasts to provide lift longevity. No vertical scar is necessary. Your only incision is around the areola. The Mini UBL was designed using engineering principles in conjunction with standard plastic and reconstructive methods.

I hope this helps.

Kind regards,

Dr. H

Yes a benelli or a circumareolar lift can be performed without implants.
In your case, I am not sure if it would help you or make you happy. Your breasts are deflated and you probably would like some volume. Also the creases are uneven as are your nipple/areola.
It will certainly lift your Nipple and Areola complex but I am not sure that you will be happy as you lack volume.
Hope that helps.

You have breast asymmetry which is apparent on your photos. The fold at the base of the right breast is lower than that on the left. In addition, the right nipple and areola are lower than that on the left and the right breast appears slightly larger. A Benelli lift can help reduce the size of the areola and bring about greater symmetry, but it won't help restore upper pole fullness and bring about a better breast shape. To do this, you really need to add an implant - even a small one will suffice.
Hope this helps. Best of luck.

A benelli lift will achieve a slight correction in the skin redundancy and help to lift the nipple slightly as well as reduce the size of the areola. The other alternative is to perform a vertical mastopexy which is also known as the lollipop or tennis racket.