Periareolar lift without implants for tuberous breasts? (Photos)

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Would a periareolar lift really give these these results? I have mild tuberous breasts. I'm worried that a periareolar lift would cause stretching of the areola, skin puckering, and not enough lift. Should I have a different lift or some reshaping of the underlying tissue? I don't want to add volume, just raise the nipple position and have a more perky shape.

Robert M. Wald, Jr., MD · Answer

Yes, you appear to be a good candidate for this type of lift. Internal restructuring of the tissue can also be done. I would consult with your surgeon to go over this in detail.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

A periareolar lift can minimally raise the position of the nipple and downsize the areola.  The drawback is that it doesn't have a big impact on shape and the areola can stretch after surgery.  Computer simulations are not accurate depictions of what you can expect in terms of outcome in many cases.  I encourage you to visit a few board certified plastic surgeons to discuss your concerns and learn more about options.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear maria9528,

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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Computer simulation has a little to do with doing surgery.
For that reason, I generally rely on actual before and after pictures of previous patients.
Ideally, a provider should have enough examples to be able to find lots of pictures of previous patients who had similar body characteristics.
Actual results will show you what the outcome is going to look like and how many of these procedures the surgeon has done.
 The computer generated images did not look like a breast lift, but rather a breast augmentation.
Always bring a complete set of breast pictures of yourself to use as a reference during consultations.
Use pictures of yourself to compare when reviewing before and after pictures with the surgeon.
Ask them to open up their portfolio and show you their entire collection of the before, and after pictures of the previous patients who had similar looking breasts.
 Experience surgeons should have no shortage of pictures to show you.
I always recommend patients consult with several plastic surgeons before selecting a provider.
I’m not a big fan of periareolar lift a.k.a. Benelli lift a.k.a. donut lift. It’s never a yes or no, always or never.
The procedure is good for some patients under some circumstances.
Too many times I see poor long-term outcomes.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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