Tuberous breast with 170cc augmentation and lift? What about the scoring technique?

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Hello, I am a 26 year old female, I'm 160 cm, 51-52 kg with type II-III tuberous breasts. I'm currently a little bit under an A cup (85 cm). I'm about to get a breast lift and augmentation with 170 CC's, and my concern is that it would end up being too small, as I would like to have at least a B cup. And also, I would like some information about the scoring technique. What are the risks implied, as I've found little to no information online. Thank you.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

I do not recommend the scoring technique as this undermines the breast base which will cut nerves to the nipple as well as possibly the blood supply.  The technique I recommend is a mini lift.  Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  At the same time, small implants can be placed totally submuscular.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Gregarious824491,
tuberous breasts are not simply small or underdeveloped breasts. The appearance of the breast can range from mild to severe, and typical traits include: enlarged, puffy areola, rather wide spacing between the breasts, very little breast tissue, sagging, higher than normal inferior breast fold, and narrow base at the chest wall.The type of surgery best for you will depend on the severity of your condition.My preferred technique for tuberous breast correction involves a multistep procedure where the breast tissue is released in a radial pattern to prevent herniation into the areola and placement of a custom implant size is in the breast to allow appropriate expansion of the breast in the restricted dimensions. This can often be done in a single procedure but sometimes may require two surgeries.That said, it is best that you visit a board-certified plastic surgeon for an in person examination. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest asking your surgeon this question because he/she has examined you and knows exactly what needs to be done. Going up 170 cc's will increase you one cup. If need, go back to your surgeon and try on a few more sizes so you can see what size you actually like.

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