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.
Answer: Breast revision Thank you for your question. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to revisionary breast surgery. Over many years, I developed a technique called "Reductive Augmentation" in which Includes an internal bra-capsulorrhaphy, mastopexy - lift, and removal of inferior pole breast tissue is. This procedure is particularly suitable for patients who have a lot of inferior pole breast tissue. I have treated many patients with very similar breast issues as yours. I published this technique in the International Journal of Aesthetic Surgery in 2017. Best wishes to you,
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Answer: Breast revision Thank you for your question. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to revisionary breast surgery. Over many years, I developed a technique called "Reductive Augmentation" in which Includes an internal bra-capsulorrhaphy, mastopexy - lift, and removal of inferior pole breast tissue is. This procedure is particularly suitable for patients who have a lot of inferior pole breast tissue. I have treated many patients with very similar breast issues as yours. I published this technique in the International Journal of Aesthetic Surgery in 2017. Best wishes to you,
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Answer: Fixed I would recommend a revision anchor pattern style mastopexy (breast lift). This will permit tailoring the soft tissue envelope adequately and removing the excess horizontal/vertical of the skin/breast tissue. I would recommend finding an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified plastic surgeon with extensive revisionary breast surgery experience.
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Answer: Fixed I would recommend a revision anchor pattern style mastopexy (breast lift). This will permit tailoring the soft tissue envelope adequately and removing the excess horizontal/vertical of the skin/breast tissue. I would recommend finding an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified plastic surgeon with extensive revisionary breast surgery experience.
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December 5, 2024
Answer: Revision surgery Dear arhea7, my preferred lift is a lollipop lift when a periareolar won't do (ie greater than 2cm lift required). The lollipop technique was created by a Canadian plastic surgeon named Elizabeth Hall-Findley and treats the breast as a three dimensional structure instead of two dimensions (anchor - lift). Most importantly it does not require the horizontal component scars that the anchor-lift requires and breasts appear much more natural, lifted, and less boxy. Lastly, the lift lasts longer because the lollipop doesn't rely on the skin to hold the breast up, its actually breast tissue thats being brought together to support the breast and hence improves longevity. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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December 5, 2024
Answer: Revision surgery Dear arhea7, my preferred lift is a lollipop lift when a periareolar won't do (ie greater than 2cm lift required). The lollipop technique was created by a Canadian plastic surgeon named Elizabeth Hall-Findley and treats the breast as a three dimensional structure instead of two dimensions (anchor - lift). Most importantly it does not require the horizontal component scars that the anchor-lift requires and breasts appear much more natural, lifted, and less boxy. Lastly, the lift lasts longer because the lollipop doesn't rely on the skin to hold the breast up, its actually breast tissue thats being brought together to support the breast and hence improves longevity. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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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 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: Breasts Your nipples are not too high, but your breasts have sagged down. Once the sagging breast tissue is fixed, you will see that the nipples are in a good position.
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November 4, 2024
Answer: Breasts Your nipples are not too high, but your breasts have sagged down. Once the sagging breast tissue is fixed, you will see that the nipples are in a good position.
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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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