Do surgeons care about what scars and nipple shapes look like?

Hello @SNGuest, Thank you for your question. In terms of how the scar will develop, there is no guarantee. The shape of the scar depends on specialist expertise and technique to obtain the best aesthetic result. The specialist determines the location and extent of the scar. But the patient determines the final result of her scar. The healing process of the scar is multifactorial. Scar healing depends on the postoperative care, genetics, and daily movements of the patient. For more information and recommendations, it is prudent to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Most women that have droopy breasts would like to have a breast lift. Within that group there are women who find the breast lift scars unacceptable and decide not to move forward with the procedure. I think the breast scars are the most important aspect of determining if the procedure is right for you. If scars on the breasts are unacceptable then the procedure is not for you.

I can't speak for all surgeons but the majority of us truly want the best outcome including flat, narrow, faint scars that form a pleasing symmetrical pattern including round areolae and level nipples. There are important aspects of the procedure that play a part in outcomes. This includes a thorough well thought out, designed, and measured surgical plan; delicate treatment of the tissue during surgery; and meticulous suture placement to name some. Even with all the right moves, there can be complications including poor wound healing. Poor wound healing may result in temporary open wounds that result in wide scars once completely healed. Poor wound healing may result in a misshaped areola nipple complex. If this was to occur, a scar revision can be performed after full healing.