I've had 2 consultations for breast asymmetry & high creases. 1st dr would use implants to would fill out the lower part of the breast, lifting my nipple. The 2nd recommended a reduction on one breast and a lift on both w/ implants, requiring many more incisions. I worry about the scarring but I also want my nipples to lift a bit using small implants. Questions: 1) can a small implant achieve a lift of the nipples 2) how difficult is it to obtain symmetry through implants alone?
February 18, 2014
Answer: Breast augmentation I would agree with Dr Bermudez response below and explore your options with the second surgeon you will have a much better result and symmetry this way.
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February 18, 2014
Answer: Breast augmentation I would agree with Dr Bermudez response below and explore your options with the second surgeon you will have a much better result and symmetry this way.
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February 18, 2014
Answer: Questions: 1) can a small implant achieve a lift of the nipples 2) how difficult is it to obtain symmetry through implants alon Any implant, whether big or small, will only achieve a minimal lift, if any. This shouldn't be the primary method used to lift the nipple. In patients with nipple ptosis, the only real option is to perform a lift, either with breast reduction or mastopexy (breast lift).It is impossible to attain perfect symmetry in a patient with significant asymmetry as pictured above. Improved symmetry is a more reasonable expectation. I don't think implants alone will achieve the optimal symmetry.Most patients with significant nipple ptosis, breast asymmetry will need a combination of lift and implants to achieve the best possible result.Most importantly is to make sure you are seeking the advice of a board certified, ABMS, plastic surgeon.Good luck.
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February 18, 2014
Answer: Questions: 1) can a small implant achieve a lift of the nipples 2) how difficult is it to obtain symmetry through implants alon Any implant, whether big or small, will only achieve a minimal lift, if any. This shouldn't be the primary method used to lift the nipple. In patients with nipple ptosis, the only real option is to perform a lift, either with breast reduction or mastopexy (breast lift).It is impossible to attain perfect symmetry in a patient with significant asymmetry as pictured above. Improved symmetry is a more reasonable expectation. I don't think implants alone will achieve the optimal symmetry.Most patients with significant nipple ptosis, breast asymmetry will need a combination of lift and implants to achieve the best possible result.Most importantly is to make sure you are seeking the advice of a board certified, ABMS, plastic surgeon.Good luck.
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