I have been advised that I have substantial breast sagging, (26 cm). 3 doctors I saw only recommended Lollipop whereas one surgeon told me I can have 5.5 cm lift with the Benelli Lift and no puckering or implant. Is this realistic? I don't want the vertical scar but don't want a dodgy job. Is puckering permanent and is it better than a vertical scar?
November 7, 2020
Answer: What is the difference between the Benelli Lift and the Lollipop Lift? The Benelli lift as performed by most surgeons is just the #donut lift, removing a donut shaped piece of areola and skin then using a #Pursestring or double purse-string suture to tighten the skin. A true Benelli actually will expose much of the breast through this incision and then the breast itself is shaped and lifted with sutures. With the “lollipop” technique, an incision is made around the areola and another between the areola and breast crease. This technique avoids a long #scar in the crease under the breast , which was an older technique known as the “anchor” or “inverted T.” Hence, Dr. Nichter or Dr. Horowitz prefer the “lollipop” technique or “donut lift” to avoid more significant scarring, rather than the majority of surgeons in the United States that use an anchor pattern lift.
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November 7, 2020
Answer: What is the difference between the Benelli Lift and the Lollipop Lift? The Benelli lift as performed by most surgeons is just the #donut lift, removing a donut shaped piece of areola and skin then using a #Pursestring or double purse-string suture to tighten the skin. A true Benelli actually will expose much of the breast through this incision and then the breast itself is shaped and lifted with sutures. With the “lollipop” technique, an incision is made around the areola and another between the areola and breast crease. This technique avoids a long #scar in the crease under the breast , which was an older technique known as the “anchor” or “inverted T.” Hence, Dr. Nichter or Dr. Horowitz prefer the “lollipop” technique or “donut lift” to avoid more significant scarring, rather than the majority of surgeons in the United States that use an anchor pattern lift.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift Incision Type is dictated by the amount of Breast Ptosis Thank you for your question. While I can sympathize with and share your desire to minimize or limit the amount of incisions as to prevent the amount of visible scarring after your procedure, I would stress to you the importance of making whatever your anatomy dictates are the appropriate incisions, in order to provide you with the best cosmetic result. Because of the amount of breast ptosis or sag that you are experiencing, the limited amount of lift that a Benelli lift or a circumferential areolar incision can afford, and without the ability to conduct my own physical exam I would caution you from opting for the Benelli lift. The biggest issues will be boosting your breasts up to the appropriate height, repositioning your breast tissue, and taking enough tension off of your closures to prevent poor scarring and a poor cosmetic result. With a Benelli Lift, I would worry that you would end up with misshapen breasts and wide scars.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Breast Lift Incision Type is dictated by the amount of Breast Ptosis Thank you for your question. While I can sympathize with and share your desire to minimize or limit the amount of incisions as to prevent the amount of visible scarring after your procedure, I would stress to you the importance of making whatever your anatomy dictates are the appropriate incisions, in order to provide you with the best cosmetic result. Because of the amount of breast ptosis or sag that you are experiencing, the limited amount of lift that a Benelli lift or a circumferential areolar incision can afford, and without the ability to conduct my own physical exam I would caution you from opting for the Benelli lift. The biggest issues will be boosting your breasts up to the appropriate height, repositioning your breast tissue, and taking enough tension off of your closures to prevent poor scarring and a poor cosmetic result. With a Benelli Lift, I would worry that you would end up with misshapen breasts and wide scars.
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May 29, 2015
Answer: Breast Lift- a complex procedure... why not a Benelli Lift? Dear Bel,Thank you for your question.It seems that from your statement that you are concerned over the possible scars necessary, and would prefer to choose a procedure that minimizes the amount of scars.In order to reshape a breast that has lost volume and has become flattened with droop onto the upper abdomen a Benelli, or (nipple only lift) will not deliver. It is simply an inadequately designed procedure when compared to the alternative procedures you have mentioned.If used in the inappropriate setting, over time the sag will likely return, but now with elongated looking areolas, or you are still ptosis ("sagging" below the fold) at the completion of the procedure.Depending on your measurements, and other possible considerations, a lollipop (vertical), or inverted T lift may be necessary.I hope this helps,Sergio Pasquale Maggi, MD, FACSAustin Plastic Surgery Centerdrmaggi.com
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May 29, 2015
Answer: Breast Lift- a complex procedure... why not a Benelli Lift? Dear Bel,Thank you for your question.It seems that from your statement that you are concerned over the possible scars necessary, and would prefer to choose a procedure that minimizes the amount of scars.In order to reshape a breast that has lost volume and has become flattened with droop onto the upper abdomen a Benelli, or (nipple only lift) will not deliver. It is simply an inadequately designed procedure when compared to the alternative procedures you have mentioned.If used in the inappropriate setting, over time the sag will likely return, but now with elongated looking areolas, or you are still ptosis ("sagging" below the fold) at the completion of the procedure.Depending on your measurements, and other possible considerations, a lollipop (vertical), or inverted T lift may be necessary.I hope this helps,Sergio Pasquale Maggi, MD, FACSAustin Plastic Surgery Centerdrmaggi.com
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