Breast suspension is a surgical procedure for sagging breasts. It aims to restore the youthful appearance of the breasts by adjusting the position and shape of the breast tissue. During the operation, how to effectively fix the breast tissue is one of the key factors to ensure a long-lasting and natural surgical effect. This article will explore in depth how to fix the breast tissue during breast suspension surgery and analyze different technical methods and their advantages and disadvantages.
Methods of fixing breast tissue in breast suspension surgery
The core purpose of breast lift surgery is to restore the breasts to a more youthful, natural shape by removing excess skin and lifting breast tissue. During this process, the fixation of breast tissue is crucial. The following are some common breast tissue fixation methods:
The "hanging" technique for breast tissue
Suspension of breast tissue is one of the most common fixation methods in breast suspension surgery. This technology mainly uses fine suturing technology to fix the breast tissue to the pectoralis major muscle or the deep tissue of the chest wall. Usually, the doctor will make an appropriate incision at the lower edge of the breast, remove excess skin, and pull the breast tissue to the top of the chest through fine suturing to restore the natural position of the breast.
The advantage of suspension technology is that it can stably fix the breast tissue on top and prevent the breast from sagging again. This method is more effective for patients with moderate or severe sagging, and the postoperative effect is long-lasting.
However, the suspension technique also has its disadvantages . For example, breast asymmetry or unnatural breast shape may occur after surgery. In order to avoid these problems, it is necessary to strictly follow the doctor's care recommendations after surgery and avoid excessive strenuous exercise and breast compression.
Combined fixation of breast tissue and skin
In some breast suspension surgeries, in addition to suspending and fixing the breast tissue, the doctor will also fix the breast tissue together with the surrounding skin. The basic principle of this method is to tightly combine the breast tissue with the skin of the breast through suturing technology, thereby increasing the support of the breast and preventing postoperative skin relaxation and sagging of breast tissue.
The advantage of combined fixation is that it can enhance the overall support of the breast and prevent the recurrence of breast sagging. The postoperative appearance is usually more natural and the recovery effect is better. Especially for patients with mild sagging, this method can usually achieve good results.
Combined fixation also has risks , such as stiffness of the breast contour or asymmetry of the nipple position after surgery. Therefore, when choosing this fixation method, the doctor needs to accurately judge the compatibility of breast tissue and skin.
Bra support fixation method
Some doctors use underwear support as an auxiliary fixation technique during breast suspension surgery. The specific method is to wear specially designed support underwear after the operation to fix the breast tissue on top. This method is mainly suitable for the postoperative recovery stage. Through the support of underwear, it helps the breast tissue maintain a stable position and prevents breast sagging due to activity or gravity.
The advantage of the underwear support method is that the recovery process is relatively simple, the patient does not need to undergo additional fixation surgery, and postoperative care is relatively convenient. It can effectively help the breast tissue stabilize in the correct position and reduce discomfort during the postoperative recovery period.
However, the bra support method is not suitable for all patients , especially for those who need a greater lifting effect. Bra support alone may not be able to fully achieve stable fixation of the breasts. Therefore, this method is more of an auxiliary measure rather than the main fixation method.
Breast tissue augmentation and enhancement combined technology
For patients with sagging breasts and atrophic breast tissue, a simple breast lift may not achieve the desired effect. At this time, the doctor will use a combination of breast tissue filling and lifting technology. This technology fills the breast tissue with prostheses or autologous fat, and performs a breast lift at the same time to fix the breast tissue on top, thereby restoring the fullness and natural appearance of the breasts.
The advantage of combining filling and lifting is that it can solve the problems of breast sagging and breast tissue atrophy at the same time, so that the breasts can maintain sufficient volume while restoring their shape. This method can effectively restore the fullness of the breasts, especially for women whose breast tissue has obviously atrophied after breastfeeding.
However, the disadvantage of this method is that the surgical process is relatively complicated and requires precise control of the amount of prosthesis or fat filling to avoid unnatural breast shape. In addition, the choice of filler also has an important impact on the postoperative effect. Therefore, patients need to make appropriate choices based on their own needs and doctor's advice.
Endoscopically assisted breast tissue fixation technique
With the advancement of medical technology, more and more breast suspension surgeries have begun to use endoscopic technology to assist in the fixation of breast tissue. Endoscopic technology enters the chest through a minimally invasive incision, and uses a camera and micro tools to precisely adjust the position of the breast tissue and fix it in the appropriate position. This technology has low trauma and a shorter recovery period, with smaller scars after surgery and can achieve better aesthetic results.
The biggest advantage of endoscopic-assisted technology is that it causes little trauma, recovers quickly, and leaves no obvious scars after surgery. It is suitable for patients who pursue aesthetic results. This technology is especially suitable for patients who need more precise positioning and minor adjustments.
However, endoscopic technology has high requirements on doctors , requiring them to have strong operating skills and rich experience, and the equipment is relatively expensive. Therefore, not all hospitals and doctors can provide this technology.
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The fixation of breast tissue during breast suspension surgery is an important factor in the surgical effect and recovery period. Choosing the appropriate fixation method depends not only on the degree of breast sagging, but also on the individual's breast shape, expected effect and the doctor's technical ability. Fully communicating with the doctor before the operation, understanding the advantages and disadvantages of various technical solutions, and making appropriate choices based on one's own situation are the key to ensuring natural and lasting postoperative results.