Aim: Simultaneous augmentation mastopexy is a challenging operation for esthetic plastic surgeons. Complication and revision rates following augmentation mammoplasty or mastopexy are less commonly seen when these two procedures are performed separately. However, when the two procedures are combined, the complication rate is reported exponentially higher when compared with its individual compone...

BACKGROUND A preliminary report on a new technique for dermal overlap subareolar mastopexy appeared in 2001. OBJECTIVE This paper reports on a series of 117 patients who underwent subareolar mastopexy and describes several modifications of the original technique. METHODS Preoperative markings defined the upper edge of the new areola position, the circumferential outline, and the outer edge ...

BACKGROUND Despite the increasing popularity of the combined augmentation mastopexy procedure among patients, the safety and efficacy of this surgery have been questioned by many surgeons. OBJECTIVE The authors investigated the safety and efficacy of the combined augmentation mastopexy procedure. METHODS The authors retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 615 consecutive patients wh...

Mastopexy associated with augmentation for small vol­ ume and mild ptotic breasts has historically challenged plastic surgeons’ creativity. The perfect balance between breast volume, scar, shape, and long­lasting results has been the main focus of the work of many authors. Circumareolar, periareolar, and donut mastopexy are different names for a common approach to patients with a ptotic breast....

Aim: Simultaneous or single stage mastopexy with augmentation is challenging, unique and commonly performed by a plastic surgeon. In this procedure pocket for implant placement, marking for envelope reduction and type of implants used can affect the outcome of the procedure. Muscle splitting pocket for mastopexy is a plane described by the author for implant placement with a short term follow u...

BACKGROUND Periareolar augmentation mastopexy is one of the most demanded operations at Plastic Surgery clinics. Nevertheless, it is one of the leads of malpractice claims in United States caused by the high patient expectations and the standard surgical techniques which may result in common complications. The aim of this report is to present a new surgical approach to solve these complications...

BACKGROUND Periareolar Augmentation Mastopexy is one of the most challenging operations in plastic surgery. Problems with scar quality, areolar widening, and distortion are frequent problems that interfere with a predictable result. METHODS A retrospective review was performed on fifty consecutive patients who underwent a periareolar augmentation mastopexy with the interlocking approach. Of t...

BACKGROUND Lower T-junction wound dehiscence following breast reduction surgery or mastopexy constitutes a vexing and grievous complication both to the surgeon and the patient. Treatment modalities that can expedite wound healing and reepithelialization rates are highly craved. The objective of this study was to assess wound healing and epithelialization rates of open wounds following breast re...