Mammoplasty is a general term and includes a wide range of procedures including: breast augmentation (breast size increase), breast reduction (breast size reduction) and breast reconstruction (restoration of breast shape after mastectomy).

– Patients who are looking to increase breast size may choose breast implant surgery.

– People with sagging breasts may benefit from a breast lift to have a more beautiful and youthful appearance.

In some cases, a combination of breast implant and breast lift surgery is recommended to address volume and position concerns.

There are less common or rare techniques in mammoplasty that may not be widely used, but may be used in certain cases based on a patient’s unique needs and goals.

1. Crescent lift

– A crescent lift is a minimally invasive technique that involves making an incision along the upper half of the areola to lift the nipple-areola complex.

– This technique is suitable for patients with slight ptosis who need a minimal lift and change of breast shape.

2. Peri-areolar lift (donut lift)

– In the donut lift, by making a circular cut around the areola, excess skin is removed and the shape of the breast tissue is changed.

– This technique is used for those who have mild to moderate breast ptosis and want to improve the shape and symmetry of the breast.

. Peri-areolar lift (donut lift):

– In the donut lift, by making a circular incision around the areola, excess skin is removed and the shape of the breast tissue is changed.

– This technique is used for those who have mild to moderate breast ptosis and want to improve the shape and symmetry of the breast.

3. Vertical lift (Lollipop Lift)

– In the vertical lift or lollipop lift, a vertical incision from the bottom of the areola to the inframammary fold is combined with a peri-areola incision.

– This technique is effective in patients who have moderate breast ptosis and need to lift and change the shape of the breasts.

4. Anchor lift (inverted T lift)

– Anchor lift or reverse T lift involves creating an incision around the areola, vertically down to the breast crease, and horizontally along the inframammary crease.

– This technique is used for patients with severe breast ptosis who need to lift and change the shape of the breasts.

5. Tissue expansion

– It is used in breast reconstruction after mastectomy and to create extra skin and tissue.

– A tissue expander is placed under the chest muscle and gradually filled with saline solution to stretch the skin and tissue over time.

Once the desired expansion is achieved, the tissue expander is replaced with a permanent breast implant or autologous tissue flap.

6. Combined breast enlargement

– To achieve a more customized and natural result, a combination of breast implant with autologous fat transfer is used.

This method will increase and improve both the volume and the soft tissue of the breast and result in a more natural breast contour.

7. Robotic mammoplasty

Robotic procedures are used in mammoplasty, although they are not as common as other types of surgery. Robotic mammoplasty has several potential advantages over traditional open surgery, including:

– Smaller incisions: In robotic surgery, small incisions are used, which can lead to less wound and faster recovery time.

– More precision: The robotic system allows the surgeon to perform the operation with more precision and lead to better aesthetic results.

– Reducing the risk of complications: in robotic surgery, the risk of complications such as bleeding, infection and damage to the surrounding tissues will be significantly reduced.

  Robotic mammoplasty is usually used for breast enlargement and breast lift procedures and is not suitable for all patients.

Method

Robotic mammoplasty is performed using a robotic surgery system that includes a camera, robotic arms, and a console that the surgeon uses to control the robot’s movements. The surgeon makes small incisions in the breast and inserts the robotic instrument through them. Then, under the guidance of the surgeon, the robot performs the surgery.

Recovery

Recovery time for robotic mammoplasty is usually shorter than traditional open surgery. Most patients can go home the same day of surgery. There may be some pain and swelling in the chest, but this can be controlled with pain medication. Patients are usually advised to wear a surgical bra for several weeks after surgery to support the breast and reduce swelling.

Results

Robotic mammoplasty can produce natural and long-lasting results. Scars from incisions are usually small and fade over time. The level of satisfaction of patients with the results of robotic mammoplasty is significant.