Key Takeaways
- This case features a 29-year-old patient who was unhappy with the appearance of her breasts after having children.
- The patient wanted a lift but did not want the scarring that comes with a traditional mastopexy procedure.
- Dr. Nukta recommended high profile 350cc silicone implants as an alternative that would provide a slight lift without requiring lift incisions.
- The high profile implant choice gave the patient a more projected and elevated breast appearance without any additional scars.
- The patient was very pleased with her results, demonstrating that implant selection can serve as an effective non-mastopexy lifting strategy.
Procedure(s): Breast Augmentation.
Implants: 350 cc High Profile Silicone Patient Information: This is a 29 year old patient who was unhappy with her breasts after having children. The patient needed a slight lift but she did not want to have the scars that would come from the mastopexy procedure. Dr. Nukta suggested the use of high profile implants to give a slight lift without having the scars of a lift surgery. After having the breast augmentation done with 350 cc high profile silicone implants, the patient is very pleased with her results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What concern did this breast augmentation patient have before surgery?
The patient, a 29-year-old woman, was dissatisfied with the appearance of her breasts after having children. While she wanted a slight lift, she did not want to undergo a full mastopexy procedure because of the additional scarring it would create on the breast.
How did Dr. Nukta address the patient's desire for a lift without mastopexy scars?
Dr. Nukta recommended using high profile 350cc silicone implants, which provide greater projection than standard profile implants. This increased projection creates a subtle lifting effect on the breast position, addressing the patient's concern without the additional incisions and scars of a formal breast lift procedure.
What are high profile breast implants and how do they differ from standard profile?
High profile implants have a narrower base and greater projection than standard profile implants of the same volume. They project further forward from the chest wall, which can create the appearance of a slightly lifted breast position, making them useful for patients who want subtle elevation without lift surgery.
What were the results of this breast augmentation case?
After receiving 350cc high profile silicone implants, the patient achieved a more projected, elevated, and youthful-looking breast appearance without any of the additional scarring associated with a mastopexy. She was very pleased with the outcome, which met her goals without the trade-off of visible lift scars.
Is it always possible to avoid a breast lift and achieve a lifted appearance with implants alone?
Not always. Implants can create a subtle lifting effect in mild cases, as demonstrated in this case. However, patients with more significant sagging, nipples that point downward, or tissue that has drooped substantially will typically need a formal breast lift combined with augmentation to achieve their desired result.