Follow-up: Breast lift/axillary breast skin removal: what is the best option for minimal scarring? (Photos)

Dear luls777,
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 thatsbeing brought together to support the breast and hence improves longevity.
If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. 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

Thank you for the excellent questions.
I have found that axillary or armpit tissue can be removed (excised) with an incision which hides nicely in the armpit. Often I will use liposuction to decrease the fatty tissue on the region first, which then allows me to pull the extra skin tissue towards the armpit. Regarding the breasts, I would recommend either a vertical (lollipop) scar or a Wise (anchor) pattern for the skin excision for the lift. A circumareolar will not give a good result in this case and you will benefit from the vertical scar.