26, Recommendation for a suitable breast lift procedure? (Photos)

I have many prior patients with darker skin pigments and I have not issues with scarring. The position of your nipple and areola is too low to really consider other options. Periareolar incisions drift down with time and spread too far making the areola too wide to really be a option for anyone that needs their areola /nipple position to rise up to any significant elevated position. RF treatments are a really interesting option for small corrections of nipple/areola position. Best Wishes!!

Dear cniamh,

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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

I understand your concerns about scarring and there are lifts that do not require the vertical scar, however based on the photos you are not a candidate. The other options you mentioned will not give you a lifted look to the breasts. I encourage you to meet with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about your options. There are many scar treatments that can help scars heal favorably.