I recently had a consultation for a breast lift + implants. Currently I have severe hang with nipples pointing downwards and a C cup bra size. The surgeon suggested a lift with a reduction, before the implants. What is the benefit of this? Is this actually necessary? TIA
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Answer: Lift with a reduction before getting implants
You can consider an areola reduction to revise the hypertrophic scars and make the areola smaller. There is still a chance they could stretch again due to the tension on them from the implants. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.
You have three issues to discuss. Firstly, it looks like your old implants descended below the inframammary fold on both sides so that will have to be repaired. Secondly, you have asymmetry with the right side larger and more ptotic so more tissue will be taken with a horizontal scar (likely) to...
Dear curiousbrunette,
breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient.
When it comes to...