How much excess skin can be removed with a benelli/donut incision?

The Benelli incision can be done with the circumference of the outer incision, twice the incision of the inner incision which corresponds to approximately 3 times the area of your new areola. The Benelli discards the skin and a new technique called the mini lift uses the skin to reposition the breasts higher and more medial.

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Gary Horndeski, M.D.

This lift is limited in how much skin can be removed. Usually one half to one inch of excess skin around the areolae can be removed with this type of incision. Occasionally, a little more can be taken, but often the vertical scar is needed.

Dear easycoast,
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. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery