What can be done about this fat roll underneath my breast after a reduction? (photos)

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I had my breast reduction done 10 weeks ago with the lollipop incision. I am concerned because as my left breast has settled there is now a large fat roll underneath my breast. Is there anything that can be done about this? Is there a chance it will go away on its own?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear hslla,I would suggest you to wait for at least 4-6 months after the surgery to see the final results. There is a chance that it will go away without any intervention. However, if it stays then a liposuction or surgical removal might be an option. If you are concerned, you can always consult your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MSCertified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,
The skin excess in the vertical vector was insufficiently addressed with this lift; vertical lifts primarily address horizontal vectored skin excess.  Additionally, you have excess areola skin. An ABPS certified/ASAPS member surgeon who specializes in revision breast surgery will be able to address both issues once you have fully healed, approximately 6 months. This will require circumferential re-excision of the areolar perimeter and converting to an anchor incision. Best of luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

This may represent residual skin.  Often this small area goes away and I would give it about 6 months or so. If it doesn't, you can always trim is out.

Paul J. Leahy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. It might continue to smooth out on its own, but if not, I would suggest some touch-up liposuction or directly cutting that skin away and closing it in the natural crease under your breast. Best wishes

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