I had a breast augmentation (340cc) aged 20 in 2008 and had them removed in 2020. I was advised to have an uplift with removal. My areolas are too large despite being apparently resized to match my smaller breasts and they sit really high so stick out of every bra & bikini. I also have a dent in one of my breasts. The surgeon is happy and says there's no surgical way to lower areolas and any revision would only make them higher?? Can this be fixed? I can't look like this forever.
Answer: Lift IMF If one can not lower areolas without scars, it is possible to lift your breast tissue up. Setting lower breast crease (imframammary fold) into higher position on the chest will lift breast tissue from the lower pole in central position, provide some fullness to the upper pole and make your breast loking better shaped. In person consulttion, second opinion, with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in breast surgery, is recommended. Good luck.
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Answer: Lift IMF If one can not lower areolas without scars, it is possible to lift your breast tissue up. Setting lower breast crease (imframammary fold) into higher position on the chest will lift breast tissue from the lower pole in central position, provide some fullness to the upper pole and make your breast loking better shaped. In person consulttion, second opinion, with a board certified plastic surgeon with good reputation in breast surgery, is recommended. Good luck.
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October 8, 2022
Answer: Areolas visible above bra line after uplift, can this be fixed? Hello @zenithalH1, thank you for your question. Yes, Through a proper surgical technique you can obtain an anatomical and aesthetic shape that allows you to lower nipple position and aesthetic symmetry. Keep in mind that an explantation or breast implant removal should be performed with capsulectomy, along with sending the tissue to pathology to avoid inflammatory processes in the future. When making the surgical plan all aspects are taken into account, including future aspects. For more information and recommendations it is best to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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October 8, 2022
Answer: Areolas visible above bra line after uplift, can this be fixed? Hello @zenithalH1, thank you for your question. Yes, Through a proper surgical technique you can obtain an anatomical and aesthetic shape that allows you to lower nipple position and aesthetic symmetry. Keep in mind that an explantation or breast implant removal should be performed with capsulectomy, along with sending the tissue to pathology to avoid inflammatory processes in the future. When making the surgical plan all aspects are taken into account, including future aspects. For more information and recommendations it is best to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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October 6, 2022
Answer: Areolas visible above bra line after uplift The nipple/areolas can usually be lowered by performing a lower pole mastopexy. This would shorten the distance between your nipples and the inframammary folds. This may also improve the indentation you have in the lower breast. Although they cannot be moved very much, it may be enough to keep them hidden in your bra or bathing suit.
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October 6, 2022
Answer: Areolas visible above bra line after uplift The nipple/areolas can usually be lowered by performing a lower pole mastopexy. This would shorten the distance between your nipples and the inframammary folds. This may also improve the indentation you have in the lower breast. Although they cannot be moved very much, it may be enough to keep them hidden in your bra or bathing suit.
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October 6, 2022
Answer: Breast Lift - High reolas Ok so first things first: I don't recommend lift at the same time as implant removal- unless the areola is dramatically low. Next, although the surgeon is likely happy with the geometric measurements, the aesthetic outcome is not great. The way to lower high areolas is likely to put in an implant (or a tissue expander) to stretch the chest above the areola. Once your skin is stretched out again, I would repeat the breast lift with the plan to not raise the areola at all; instead leave the areola height alone and just work on the lower breast. Complicated, but doable. All the best!!
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October 6, 2022
Answer: Breast Lift - High reolas Ok so first things first: I don't recommend lift at the same time as implant removal- unless the areola is dramatically low. Next, although the surgeon is likely happy with the geometric measurements, the aesthetic outcome is not great. The way to lower high areolas is likely to put in an implant (or a tissue expander) to stretch the chest above the areola. Once your skin is stretched out again, I would repeat the breast lift with the plan to not raise the areola at all; instead leave the areola height alone and just work on the lower breast. Complicated, but doable. All the best!!
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October 3, 2022
Answer: Revision I'm sorry to hear of the issues you've had since your implant removal and lift. Your photos demonstrate that surgical intervention is needed to improve your result. The indent on the breast may be improved with fat grafting or mesh support. I encourage you to begin by visiting with a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation and to discuss your options.
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October 3, 2022
Answer: Revision I'm sorry to hear of the issues you've had since your implant removal and lift. Your photos demonstrate that surgical intervention is needed to improve your result. The indent on the breast may be improved with fat grafting or mesh support. I encourage you to begin by visiting with a board certified plastic surgeon for a consultation and to discuss your options.
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