Is the reduced scaring from a doughnut lift worth it compared to a full lift?

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I am looking at getting a breast augmentation (Im 25 currently a B/C and looking to go to DD/F). Everywhere I have spoken to has also recommended a lollipop or anchor lift. One dr has recommended a doughnut lift. This is obviously appealing for less scars but I have read there are some downsides to this method. My breasts arent very saggy and I initially didn't think I would need a lift until it was recommended. Is the reduced scaring from a doughnut lift worth it compared to a full lift?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There are few people that are good candidates for a donut lift.  This sounds appealing but does not do much to lift the breast.  In addition, tension on the incisions can cause the areola to stretch or for the incisions to scar poorly.  An in person evaluation or photos would be needed for a specific recommendation for you.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Thriving620010,
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

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

A doughnut lift produces minimum lifting and an anchor lift produces more but the areola is the most moved.  The breast lift technique I recommend is 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, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.  At the same time or later, fat transfers or small implants can be placed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

The most rubles with the donut lift include enlargement of the areolae and bad scarring compared to other types of lifts. In addition if you get a bad result from a donut lift it can be tough to convert it into a standard lift. Surgeons like ding them because they are easier than traditional lift. But many of them look terrible

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You did not post photos, so I cannot be specific. The doughnut lift does work in specific cases. If the vertical lift was recommended, you probably need this lift.

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