How long to wait before anchor breast lift revision?

Anchor lifts are
notorious for a poor result with vertical scars, loss of nipple sensation, the
inability to breast feed and bottoming out when combined with implants.  Unfortunately, you have not provided
photographs but it is possible to do a revision using The Bellesoma
Method.  This will reshape your breast
tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on
the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided and fat transfer
can be performed.  Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Hi KeepHeadUp,

Breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective surgery.

Many patients come in to correct poor outcomes from their initial surgeries. The most common problems are due to implant malposition, bottoming out of the implant, poor scarring, and incorrect implant size.

While the type of revision required will depend on the result of the previous surgery and the desired result of the patient, some revisions involve extensive pocket repair that may or may not need specialized external bras.

If you are considering breast surgery revision, you should speak with a board certified plastic surgeon and have yourself properly assessed. Also, you may need to wait until after 6 months when your implants have completely dropped and fluffed into their final position. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thanks for your question.   It is not clear from your question what you are unhappy with and wish to revise, but from a timing standpoint, you should be fine to have a revision, whether its a modification of you nipple areola position, or your scars.   

Thanks for your question. With regards to the timing of a revision, it totally depends on what will be involved in that revision. That being said, it is my opinion that at a year out, you should be sufficiently healed and settled to proceed with any needed revision. From your question, however, it appears that you and your surgeon have a different opinion on whether or not a revision is actually needed. I recommend that you get a second opinion from another board certified plastic surgeon to see if they agree that a revision is necessary.

It’s crucial to consult with your surgeon for recommendations, as the recommended waiting time for a breast lift revision can vary based on individual healing processes and specific circumstances. Generally, surgeons may suggest waiting at least six months to a year before considering a revision to allow for proper healing and stabilization of the initial procedure.

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
It can take up to six months to see your final results. If you are not happy with the results then, you can get a breast lift revision. l recommend you to make an in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a proper answer and to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Hi KeepHeadUp!Thank you for your question. This question is hard to answer without pictures and only measurements. I would suggest scheduling an in person consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area.  Best of luck!