J Korean Soc Plast Reconstr Surg.  2007 Jan;34(1):105-110.

Simultaneous Periareolar Augmentation Mastopexy: Dual Plane Versus Subfascial Plane

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  • 1Baram Clinic BBC, Seoul, Korea. 123sim@hanafos.com

Abstract

PURPOSE: The major drawback of submuscular augmentation of the ptotic breast is a "double-bubble" deformity. If a traditional mastopexy is added to correct the ptosis, there would be additional scars. This article describes simultaneous periareolar mastopexy with dual plane or subfascial breast augmentations.
METHODS
A series of 81 patients with grade I or II ptosis underwent the procedure from 1999 to 2005. Out of these, dual plane augmentation was done in 71 cases and subfascial plane in 10. After periareolar skin excision, an incision is made perpendicularly down to the fascia of pectoralis. At the lower pole, all breast implants are inserted into the subfascial plane. In case of upper pole thickness of above 20mm, we inserted the implant into the subfascial plane, whereas below 20mm, we inserted that into the submuscular plane.
RESULTS
No major complications were noted and patients' satisfactory score was high. This technique avoids the "double-bubble" deformity and leaves a minimal periareolar scar.
CONCLUSION
Simultaneous periareolar mastopexy/ breast augmentation is useful for correction of the ptotic breast, increasing the volume of breast and providing the natural breast shape with minimal scars. We consider that subfascial plane augmentation with periareolar mastopexy to be an alternative for cases with breast upper pole thickness of at least above 20mm.

Keyword

Subfascial plane; Dual plane; Mastopexy; Augmentation mammaplasty

MeSH Terms

Breast
Breast Implants
Cicatrix
Congenital Abnormalities
Fascia
Humans
Skin
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