Tape on breast lift incisions - how can I bring this up with my surgeon?

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I’ve found a great doctor for my breast lift with implants. I love everything but she takes the tape off the incisions after one week. And I’ve seen on here and also studies that show ongoing taping for at least 6 weeks helps the incisions and can result in flatter scars. I’m not sure how to bring this up

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Warmhearted430931,
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

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

I do the same with no problem whatsoever. See my results with the link below. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Miguel Mota, MD · Answer

I love using tape on breast lift scars. i like using them for about a month as long as there is no irritation. After a month or so I recommend using silicon strip s if necessary. But every surgeon has their own way of dealing with wounds and scars. Do not stress over this. Just bring it up next time you talk to your surgeon. It is a good thing to be able to communicate with your surgeon! Much better the asking around.

Best of luck,
Dr. Miguel Mota

Best of luck,
Dr. Miguel Mota

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

You are correct, long term taping mechanically supports incisions so they can heal as best they can after surgery. Silicone cannot do what tape can in the early period. Go buy some Hypafix retention tape on line. It is porous and elastic, so you only need to change it every 7-10 days while you go about your usual activities. It should be used for at least the first 12 weeks.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Once the tape is removed, you can use the silicone tapes or other scar products to improve the scars.  You don't really need to discuss the tape issue with your surgeon.  She probably removes her tapes  early to be able to check the incisions.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

My experience has been that those who heal normally do not benefit from taping or using silicone sheeting.
Those who are prone to hypertrophic scarring can lessen the scar hypertrophy by using silicon sheeting.
Those are not prone to hypertrophic scarring will not see a significant benefit from using tape or silicone sheeting.
You’re a free person who is allowed to make their own decisions. 
If taping incisions universally made all results better than we would all be doing it.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

Tape on breast lift incisions - how can I bring this up with my surgeon?

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