Will an anchor lift give me the results I desire? Also looking for a estimate of how much this will cost? (photos)

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Ive been doing a lot of research on breast lifts over a few years. I cant exactly find the answer to one question I have about the anchor lift. My breast lack the volume and tightness in the upper part that Im desperately seeking. I would love to have the full, perky, tight breasts that Ive been dreaming of.

Adam Tattelbaum, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question and the photos. The answer is actually a bit more complex than you might think. You are a good cantidate for an anchor lift, but even after lifting your breasts will regain some droop and will take on a natural tear drop shape. If you add implants you will have more upper pole fullness, but will still regain some droop (which BTW I don't consider a bad thing) because you have a good amount of natural breast tissue and natural tissue will always respond to gravity.The Perkiest patients in my practice are those that start with very little natural tissue. They will be mainly an implant breast an not a natural breast. If they go with a common sense size implant they will be tighter and less droopy for a very long time. If you want tight and perky you might consider a lift with reduction--both tightening and removing the natural tissue that will respond to gravity---- Then followed by a staged augmentation to give upper pole fullness.  Now most patients want  "one and done" and most don't want to to a reduction, just to have an augmentation, but I hope the concept is making some sense.As you approch this you must be well educated by your PS, because without realistic expectations you run the risk of being disappointed.Best wishe.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos, The Bellesoma Method is a current technique to lift and/or reduce breasts without using implants or the ugly vertical scars.  The incisions are hidden around the areola and in the inframammary crease. The vertical incision has been completely eliminated. The areola incision heals almost invisibly due to the fact that there is hardly any tension on the closure. With this particular technique, ducts are preserved along with nerve supply maintaining nipple sensation and the ability to breast feed. Because the breast is reshaped internally and is secured to your chest muscles, upper pole fullness is possible without an implant. Usually patients do not go down in size very much with this technique.  Attached is a patient who underwent The Bellesoma Method. Please note that her tissue was used to create upper pole fullness and cleavage without any foreign materials (mesh, implants, etc).  It is a proprietary technique that only surgeons that have been trained by me can perform. I hope this helps. Best wishes and kind regards, Dr. Gary Horndeski

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Hello Mocha.I would feel more comfortable suggesting a breast implant and breast lift combination to achieve higher volume in the upper pole and a perkier feeling breast. However, you need a formal evaluation with a board certified plastic surgeon to really determine a recommendation for your breasts.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO :)

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. Based on your photograph, you are a
great candidate for a breast lift.  This can be designed to result in an
improved shape and contour of your breasts while minimizing scar
appearance.  Cost varies based on geographic region and surgeon expertise.  Make sure you specifically look at before and after
pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon
and evaluate their results.  The most important aspect is to find a
surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a
qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

J. Garrett Harper, MD · Answer

....you need the right one.  From pictures, I think you would be a great candidate for a technique that shapes your breasts from the top down and adds volume and projection to your breasts without the need for an implant.  It's called a superior pedicle mastopexy with autoaugmentation because we use your own tissues to restore projection that some surgeons would need an implant to accomplish.  I truly thin kyou would get an amazing result.  You have all the makings of beautiful breasts.  I hope this helps.  Charlotte isn't too far from you.-JGH

Bennett Yang, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for the question and the photos. Your photo shows sagging or ptosis of the breast. I would suggest a full mastopexy using the anchor type incision is the best option. This will give you the best ability to lift and reshape the breasts. The upper breast perkiness can be addressed with the addition of an implant, however, most with time / gravity will drop somewhat. Your photo shows that you have good size, and the addition of an implant may NOT be something you will want. 
The surgery takes about 2-3 hours under full anesthesia. It is performed in an outpatient surgical center. 
I would normally recommend patients taking 1 - 2 weeks off of work and about a month out of the gym.
You should have several consultations with board certified plastic surgeons in your area before proceeding. 
As always it is best to be healthy, no smoking, and if you have any health problems they are under the current management of your primary care physician.
Best to you
#breastlift #plasticsurgery

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

In my experience it's possible to deliver very good results in patient like you with a vertical mastopexy technique (aka lollipop lift), so the anchor incision is not needed in my opinion.  Costs of plastic surgery depend on the location, how expensive your area is in general, and also the reputation and experience of your plastic surgeon.  You can call a few surgeon offices in the area, and most should be able to give you a cost estimate (or a reasonable range) for what you're looking for.  Be sure to discuss your goals and concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon and consider the pros and the cons. Be certain your surgeon is properly certified.  I've attached a link where you can start your search.

Carlos Burnett, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the question. To get the perky breasts that you desire you will need the anchor lift with small high profile implants. The implants will give your results longevity. Costs may range from $7000-$9500. 
Good luck
Best,
#drburnett #realself100

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

A lift using a lollipop incision or an anchor incision m ay be appropriate. Many times upper pole fullness is only achieved with an implant.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Based on your photographs, you seem to be a good candidate for breast lifting/reduction surgery;  unfortunately, it is unlikely that these operations alone will achieve long-term upper pole fulness.
  Generally speaking, I think that it can be very challenging to achieve long-term upper pole fullness with breast reduction or lifting surgery alone. In my practice, the upper pole fulness (that many patients want), is best achieved/maintained with breast implants (often best placed during a second stage operation).    When it comes to costs of surgery, there may be many “variables” involved. The specific surgeon's credentials/experience level (or lack thereof), the specific geographic area you are looking at, the different operations available, the location of the procedure (quality of surgery facility), type/quality of anesthesia provider… are some of the potential variables involved. You will find some average costs of surgery on this website and on individual plastic surgeons' websites as well.My best advice: select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she has significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then, communicate your goals carefully, as well. Working together you will come up with a good plan to achieve your goals. Best wishes.

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