What are your thoughts about peri-areolar/donut lift with removal? I had my BA done 18 years ago, and my incision is around areola.
Answer: To Lift or Not To Lift? Good afternoon! My approach in almost all cases is the following: 1) en bloc capsulectomy/explant 2) drain for five days 3) tight compression bra for 12 weeks With this approach I almost never have to go back and perform a lift because the skin has such an amazing ability to "shrink back down" to your preop size and shape.
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Answer: To Lift or Not To Lift? Good afternoon! My approach in almost all cases is the following: 1) en bloc capsulectomy/explant 2) drain for five days 3) tight compression bra for 12 weeks With this approach I almost never have to go back and perform a lift because the skin has such an amazing ability to "shrink back down" to your preop size and shape.
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Donut lift The lift you describe is helpful when only a minimal lift is needed. As you have had your implants for 18 years a donut lift may not be powerful enough to get you the shape you want. See a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for a consultation. Together you can create a surgical plan that's best for you.
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Donut lift The lift you describe is helpful when only a minimal lift is needed. As you have had your implants for 18 years a donut lift may not be powerful enough to get you the shape you want. See a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for a consultation. Together you can create a surgical plan that's best for you.
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March 22, 2019
Answer: Staged procedures As you have such a significant asymmetry I would advise explantation followed by 6-12 months of waiting, and then mastopexy/mastopexies as needed. Certainly the 2 could be done at the same time, which we’ve all done many times, but from experience I’d say there is a relatively high chance of need for revision in that scenario. Best of luck to you.
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March 22, 2019
Answer: Staged procedures As you have such a significant asymmetry I would advise explantation followed by 6-12 months of waiting, and then mastopexy/mastopexies as needed. Certainly the 2 could be done at the same time, which we’ve all done many times, but from experience I’d say there is a relatively high chance of need for revision in that scenario. Best of luck to you.
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March 23, 2019
Answer: Breast implant removal via areola incision and periareolar lift at the same time? Thank you for the question. Generally speaking, what your breasts will look like after explantation depends on several factors such as: the quality of skin elasticity (the better the elasticity the better the skin will bounce back), the size of the implants used (the larger the implant the more trouble you may have with redundant skin), and the amount of breast tissue present at this time (which may have changed since the time of your breast augmentation). Life experience since your breast augmentation procedure, such as pregnancy or weight gain weight loss, will potentially influence the factors discussed above. If you take these factors into consideration and apply them to your specific circumstances you may get a good idea of what to expect after the implants are removed. Patience is definitely indicated after removal of breast implants; it will take many months/year for the skin to “bounce back” and for you to see the final appearance of the breasts.In "borderline" cases where there is doubt whether breast lifting is necessary or not, I advise patients to undergo explantation only and to give their breasts the benefit of the doubt before deciding whether breast lifting would be beneficial. In your case specifically, I doubt that a circumareolar breast lift would be sufficient or powerful enough when it comes to achieving enough of a breast lift to improve your outcome, in terms of overall breast positioning and/or symmetry. I hope this helps. Best wishes.
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March 23, 2019
Answer: Breast implant removal via areola incision and periareolar lift at the same time? Thank you for the question. Generally speaking, what your breasts will look like after explantation depends on several factors such as: the quality of skin elasticity (the better the elasticity the better the skin will bounce back), the size of the implants used (the larger the implant the more trouble you may have with redundant skin), and the amount of breast tissue present at this time (which may have changed since the time of your breast augmentation). Life experience since your breast augmentation procedure, such as pregnancy or weight gain weight loss, will potentially influence the factors discussed above. If you take these factors into consideration and apply them to your specific circumstances you may get a good idea of what to expect after the implants are removed. Patience is definitely indicated after removal of breast implants; it will take many months/year for the skin to “bounce back” and for you to see the final appearance of the breasts.In "borderline" cases where there is doubt whether breast lifting is necessary or not, I advise patients to undergo explantation only and to give their breasts the benefit of the doubt before deciding whether breast lifting would be beneficial. In your case specifically, I doubt that a circumareolar breast lift would be sufficient or powerful enough when it comes to achieving enough of a breast lift to improve your outcome, in terms of overall breast positioning and/or symmetry. I hope this helps. Best wishes.
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March 23, 2019
Answer: Implant removal Dear Optimistic981, 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. 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
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March 23, 2019
Answer: Implant removal Dear Optimistic981, 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. 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
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