Minimal Scar Breast Augmentation (Periareolar Incision)

Periareolar incision breast augmentation is a form of surgery where the implants are placed in incisions made at the curve of the areola. It is the least common method used for breast augmentation though it can be beneficial in certain scenarios.

How a periareolar incision breast augmentation is performed

Once the patient has been prepped for surgery and is under the influence of the anesthetic, the incisions are then made at the base of the areola. If saline implants are used then they are put in place and then filled once the surgeon is happy with their placement. Silicone implants can also be used with this method but require longer scars.

Once the implants are in place, the surgeon will then move the patient upright to do an assessment for size, shape, and balance. Incisions are closed once they are pleased with the final result.

What are the pros and cons?

Some of the advantages of periareolar incision breast augmentation are:

• Camouflaged scars: Because of where the incisions are made, the scars left behind are fairly well camouflaged with this type of surgery.
• Small scars: If saline implants are used then the incisions required are smaller since they can be filled after placement. This of course means that the scars left on the breasts are very small.

Some of the disadvantages are:

• Scars on the surface of the breasts: Although the scars are usually well camouflaged, they can still be seen in certain situations and this isn’t ideal if you want to keep the fact that you’ve had breast augmentation surgery to yourself.
• Possible complications with breastfeeding: Another downside of periareolar breast augmentation is that it can cause complications with breastfeeding. This is due to where the incisions are made. This alone can be enough to put a lot of women off this type of surgery.