I've been told an implant above the muscle is all I need by one Dr. Another said an implant under the muscle with a periareolar incision will provide enough lift. I'm concerned about scarring being a 55 yo African American.
Answer: Breast implant under muscle with periareolar lift is the best option placing your breast implants beneath the breast on top of the muscle can result in more sagging of your breast. For many reasons sub-muscular breast implantation is preferred and in your case a combination breast lift and sub-muscular implant is most likely your best option. You may need a vertical scar to achieve the best breast shape. Please consult a board certified plastic surgeon.
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Answer: I want a lift and larger breasts: Which procedure should I get to minimize scarring and future sagging? I have a lot of patients and many African American patients. Even though I try to minimize scar in every instance, it does not make sense to sacrifice shape and overall appearance of the breasts to reduce the scar. In your case, an implant placed under the muscle with a lollipop lift will produce a stable result that will not result in enlarged areolae or residual droop.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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Answer: I want a lift and larger breasts: Which procedure should I get to minimize scarring and future sagging? I have a lot of patients and many African American patients. Even though I try to minimize scar in every instance, it does not make sense to sacrifice shape and overall appearance of the breasts to reduce the scar. In your case, an implant placed under the muscle with a lollipop lift will produce a stable result that will not result in enlarged areolae or residual droop.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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March 4, 2014
Answer: Implants with or without a lift Thanks for your question and pictures. Placing an implant above the muscle to "lift" the breast is a mistake that is frequently made. Usually, the implant is larger than what is desired because it needs to fill out the loose skin. The initial results may look good but large implants carry lots of risks and the already loose skin gets stretched out quickly. A properly done lift along with a conservative augmentation will give a much nicer look. In my hands, I prefer a vertical lift as I do not feel enough is gained with a peri-areolar lift.
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Answer: Implants with or without a lift Thanks for your question and pictures. Placing an implant above the muscle to "lift" the breast is a mistake that is frequently made. Usually, the implant is larger than what is desired because it needs to fill out the loose skin. The initial results may look good but large implants carry lots of risks and the already loose skin gets stretched out quickly. A properly done lift along with a conservative augmentation will give a much nicer look. In my hands, I prefer a vertical lift as I do not feel enough is gained with a peri-areolar lift.
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February 28, 2014
Answer: Best lift with implants The periareolar lift typically does not change the breast shape much. It can elevate the nipple-areolar-complex to some extent, but it does not lift the breast. It also can flatten the shape of the breast some which is generally not anyone's goal. If you want to improve your breast shape and minimize future "sagging", I would suggest some type of lift that necessitates a vertical scar under the nipple. Even though this sounds like more scarring than the periareolar lift, the scars heal better and are less likely to widen. If you also want more volume in the upper portion of your breast, I would suggest a conservative sized breast implant placed under the muscle.
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Answer: Best lift with implants The periareolar lift typically does not change the breast shape much. It can elevate the nipple-areolar-complex to some extent, but it does not lift the breast. It also can flatten the shape of the breast some which is generally not anyone's goal. If you want to improve your breast shape and minimize future "sagging", I would suggest some type of lift that necessitates a vertical scar under the nipple. Even though this sounds like more scarring than the periareolar lift, the scars heal better and are less likely to widen. If you also want more volume in the upper portion of your breast, I would suggest a conservative sized breast implant placed under the muscle.
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February 24, 2014
Answer: Breast lift with implants Thank you for your question. Breast implants will add volume and a breast lift will make you perky. Most often scars fade in time even in African American patients. Without a lift, the breast implants tend to sag into the extra skin and become droopy again.Discuss this in detail with your plastic surgeon. I hope this helps.
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Answer: Breast lift with implants Thank you for your question. Breast implants will add volume and a breast lift will make you perky. Most often scars fade in time even in African American patients. Without a lift, the breast implants tend to sag into the extra skin and become droopy again.Discuss this in detail with your plastic surgeon. I hope this helps.
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