One-stage periareolar breast augmentation and mastopexy for tuberous breasts and mild to moderate hypoplastic and ptotic breasts

Abstract

One of the most controversial topics in aesthetic breast surgery is the approach to a tuberous or to a mild to moderate hypoplastic and ptotic breast. In these situations, augmentation alone does not solve the problem and even the use of a bigger implant to elevate the nipple as much as possible results in more breast ptosis in the long term. These patients benefit from a mastopexy procedure. It is tempting for patients and also for surgeons to have these procedures performed together. However, this is a contentious decision to make. © 2008 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg.