Breast lift without implants. Is a donut incision possible for me? (Photos)

Dear martehelen,

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

The donut incision sounds like a good idea. Just keep the scar around the areola. However, it does not provide much lift and the scar can heal badly because of excess tension. Your best option is a vertical lift with removal of some tissue from the lower pole. You have to accept a vertical scar. Implants work best for upper pole volume. Better than fat. It's a plus/minus concept. Add volume on top and subtract on the bottom.