01 Feb Breast Lift: Breast Implants or No Implants?
There are numerous types of breast augmentation surgeries, and Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery offers the most popular options. A breast lift may or may not be paired with breast implants depending on the patient’s goals and body. A breast lift in itself is slightly less invasive than when it’s paired with breast implants. To a The type of incision and amount of skin removed depends on each patient.
How Breast Surgery Is Performed
The incision may be hidden in the folds of the breast. Sometimes the incisions encircle the areola, which then hides the incision in the pigmented skin. Other times, an “anchor incision” is required, which involves a slender incision around the areola and down the center of the breast to be hidden in the folds of the chest. Usually, more skin needing removal requires more incisions. Compression bras help ensure proper healing and minimize scarring. However, for patients who worry about scars post-surgery, there are numerous procedures such as laser skin resurfacing to further reduce the visibility of scars.
Benefits of Breast Lift Surgery
Post-partum, some women experience dramatic stretching and changing of their breasts. Saggy breasts may also be due simply to age, weight fluctuations, or genetics. Larger breasts are naturally more prone to sagging than smaller breasts. The benefits of a breast lift include higher self-esteem, a more pleasant breast profile, and increased confidence. Adding breast implants, either saline or silicone, can further help increase volume and fullness of the breasts. Discuss the option of breast implants in conjunction with a breast lift with your doctor to help determine if it’s the right pairing for you.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Breast Lift?
Most women who get a consultation for a breast lift are likely good candidates for the procedure. However, you might want to ask yourself if your nipples appear to point downward. As breasts stretch, the weight will pull the nipple down. Breast lifts reposition the tissue and ensure the nipple faces outward. Do your nipples point forward, but seem to sit below the breast crease? That’s a sign that the skin may be overly stretched and could benefit from a breast lift.
Scottsdale Breast Lift Surgery with Dr. Shaun Parson
It’s very unusual for breasts to be the same size. A breast lift and/or breast implants can help increase symmetry and make it easier to shop for clothes and bras. Find out more about breast lifts and call Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery today at 480-282-8386.