Am I a good candidate for "breast lift donuts,or Lollipop incision?" (Photo)

Hi,Thank you for your question and photo. The Horndeski Method (TM) was developed to reshape, and provide maximum lift without needing implants nor the dreaded vertical (highly visible) scar. An added feature to The Horndeski Method is that the breasts are secured in such a way that renders it the longest lasting lift available. At age 26, this is extremely important. It also preserves nipple sensitivity and the ability to breast feed. You are wise not to want implants, as implants often distort and stretch tissues making your problem worse.I hope this helps.Kind regards,Gary Horndeski M.D.

Even though you don't necessarily want to have bigger breasts, you might want to consider adding implants to a breast lift, mainly to  increase fullness, especially in the upper breasts. A board-certified plastic surgeon can help you to understand what you might expect with a lift alone, allowing you to decide whether to use implants too. I often use lifts with scars that are only around the areolas, with implants, but only if the nipples need to be raised no more than an inch or so. If the nipples need to be raised more, or if the breast skin seems quite loose as in your photo, adding a vertical scar is often very helpful to obtain the nicest shape. At times, a horizontal scar in the fold beneath the breasts is added, but I suspect you may not need that scar. You really need to be examined and discuss this in person with a qualified plastic surgeon. My office is in Orange County, and I'd be happy to help you through this process. Best of luck!

Thanks for the question. You are a good candidate for an breast lifting procedure. As you have enough breast tissue, gel-filled anatomical implants about 250-350cc can be used. Using implants will be the best decision for you. I wish you all the best.

Hi, Monosh.  You look to be an excellent candidate for a lollipop -- or vertical -- breast lift.  "Donut" lifts are only good if the nipple needs to be lifted 2cm or less, and even that tends to have a flattening effect on the breast which is not very aesthetic.  The vertical lift generally leaves excellent scars, and eliminates the need for a long incision under the breast.  There is always a small risk for changing nipple sensation, and most women experience a temporary change, but the vast majority end up with normal sensation.  Make sure you see a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience with patients after weight loss.

Your breasts are too saggy to be able to accomplish a lift with the donut. That is definitely out of the question.  You might be able to get the lollipop lift, but you need to make sure the surgeon is experienced with that type of lift, and not sell surgeons are.

Looking at your pictures, i'm afraid you are not a good candidate for a "donut" or periareolar mastopexy. It will not give you the results you want. You will most benefit from a "lollilop" or vertical breast lift, perhaps even a full anchor type breast lift +/- a small implant for some added volume to the top aspect of the breast. Good luck!

Good morning!looking at your photos I would recommend a full breast lift (anchor type) incision.  Because a large proportion of your breast tissue is below the inframammary fold any less of an incision will likely not give you the amount of lift you likely desire.I hope this helps

Thank you for your picture.  I would recommend an anchor incision for the best breast shape.  I would recommend implants to improve the volume.

With weight loss, pregnancy, and age breasts will sag. Congenital factors also play a part in the natural appearance of breasts. Your pictures show a significant amount of droopiness. For this reason, a more extensive breast lift is required to obtain the best results. A periareaolar mastopexy limits scarring, but will not produce the best result in your case. To get the maximum lift, a vertical mastopexy(lollipop) would be required. Sensation following any breast surgery is a concern, but the incidence of numbness is quite low. Being a young woman, pregnancy may occur in the next several years. Please be aware that with pregnancy and nursing, the breasts will change again possibly requiring revisional surgery in the future.

Thank you for your question! It is normal for the breast to lose its firmness and perkiness over time, which is accentuated with age, pregnancy/breast feeding, weight gain/loss, and gravity. This ultimately results in ptosis, or sagging, of the breast with a “deflated” appearance. Women often seek the mastopexy, or breast lift, procedure to regain the previous youthful appearance of her breasts and desire that uplifted and perky appearance of her breasts. Women report increased confidence, self-esteem, and femininity once she achieves this desired shape and fullness. Breast lifts may or may not be performed with implants – the implant would add increased size but also greater fullness in the upper pole of the breasts which creates more cleavage. It is also common for the areola to enlarge and stretch during these changes. The lift will also serve to raise the nipple areolar complex to its appropriate position above the breast crease and at the most projecting portion. In addition the areola size will be decreased, which is often desired by the woman. A circumareolar, a lollipop incision, or a full inverted 'T'/anchor incision may be needed to give optimal shape. I wouldn't compromise shape and overall result to minimize scarring.  Given your photo, a lollipop/circumvertical lift will likely give you the best result with the degree of ptosis that you have. The implant would give increase upper pole fullness. The decision for a breast lift will be up to you...depending on how much you are bothered about the shape as well as your concerns. Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon well-versed in breast surgery and s/he will assist you in deciding if a mastopexy will be the right decision for you. Thank you for your question! Hope that this helps. Best wishes for a wonderful result!