I had a breast lift in 2020 I'm looking to have revised. Original Dr left my areola in my scar tissue (lollipop lift) and my nipples have settled to high. I have had one consult but want to make sure I go to a doctor experienced with this. I have a ton of scar tissue in my left breast and little feeling in it which makes me nervous but I really would like to get them fixed.
November 11, 2024
Answer: Breast Implant Revison Hello, Based on your photographs, you do have retained areolar pigment along the vertical portion of the scar. The distance from the nipple to the infra-mammary fold also appears excessive, indicative of bottoming out of the implant. This also creates the appearance of a high riding nipple areolar complex. I would recommend mastopexy revision with conversion to a wise pattern (inverted T) scar. This would remove the retained pigment and shorten the distance from the nipple to the IMF, placing the nipple areolar complex over the most projected part of the implant while improving fullness of the upper breast. You may also benefit from internal mesh support. As always, you should choose a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with extensive experience with revision breast surgery. Good luck.
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November 11, 2024
Answer: Breast Implant Revison Hello, Based on your photographs, you do have retained areolar pigment along the vertical portion of the scar. The distance from the nipple to the infra-mammary fold also appears excessive, indicative of bottoming out of the implant. This also creates the appearance of a high riding nipple areolar complex. I would recommend mastopexy revision with conversion to a wise pattern (inverted T) scar. This would remove the retained pigment and shorten the distance from the nipple to the IMF, placing the nipple areolar complex over the most projected part of the implant while improving fullness of the upper breast. You may also benefit from internal mesh support. As always, you should choose a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with extensive experience with revision breast surgery. Good luck.
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November 4, 2024
Answer: How can I get them fixed? gleaning from your photos, it looks like you had a skin-only lift. I would recommend conversion to a full mastopexy/breast reduction to maximize lift, proportion, shape & symmetry. This will require a standard "anchor" type scar, but you will have a durable result that will meet your expectations (including removal of the residual areolar tissue). Thank you.
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November 4, 2024
Answer: How can I get them fixed? gleaning from your photos, it looks like you had a skin-only lift. I would recommend conversion to a full mastopexy/breast reduction to maximize lift, proportion, shape & symmetry. This will require a standard "anchor" type scar, but you will have a durable result that will meet your expectations (including removal of the residual areolar tissue). Thank you.
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