What Breast Lift Technique is Best for Women with Fair Skin and No Visible Areolae?

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I have very light skin (redhead). I have no visible areolae around my nipples. My breasts are large (size DD). I would like to know what breast lift technique is used and if the scarring would be more apparent without the areolae and due to my light skin.

Armando Soto, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi there-

	There are a great many variables that should appropriately go into the decision of which technique to use in any individual case...

	These variables include your goals, the shape and size of your breasts, and the quality and quantity of your skin... as well as some other choices you should discuss with your surgeon.

	There is no reason to believe that your skin color or lack of a well defined areola should affect your outcome or the choice of technique....

	Having said all of that, I would not be doing you any favors if I did not add that you are getting the cart before the horse here.... (and many women do)

	It is my very strong opinion that it is a mistake to shop for a procedure (or price) then find a surgeon able to give you what you think you want. Your chances of ending up unhappy are much higher proceeding in this fashion.

	You are infinitely better off first looking for a surgeon that you like and feel you can trust and get along with, and THEN discussing your goals, having an exam, and making plans for technique.

	Here is some advice on how best to do so:

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

The type of breast lift has little to due with the pigmentation of the skin.  I depends of how far the nipple/areola sit below the breast crease.  Scarring should not be more apparent has long as good surgical techniques are used.

	Dr. ES

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

There is not a correct answer that is the same for all patients.  The decision really depends on the size and shape of your breast, your skin quality, and your tolerance for substandard results if you are demanding a short scar when a long incision is required to achieve the best shape.  If you post pictures, we may be able to give you more specific advice.  Good luck.

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

The degree of sagging and your desired shape will determine the scar configuration. This will involve scars around the edge of the areola but with pale skin they usually fade very nicely. Even though your areolas have indistinct margins, there aren't any good methods for lifting that avoid the area completely.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Regardless of your skin tone, the best for you really depends upon your anatomy and what technique will give the best result with the least amount of scarring.

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