Who has gotten The Benelli Lift? aka Donut Lift? - JustBreastImplants.com Forums - Breast Augmentation, Breast Implants, and Plastic Surgeons

Brittany1782 · 07-13-2008, 04:58 PM

My PS reccomended it with my BA.. but I would like to see some pictures if anyone is willing to share them... =)

Brittany1782 · 07-19-2008, 11:21 PM

well... ok no pictures.. but what about experiences?... i am really scared about seeing my nipples sewed back on!

Kimberly · 07-19-2008, 11:57 PM

I had a Benelli lift with implants almost 3 weeks ago. I was kind of put off by the idea of seeing an incision around my entire areola, but I quickly stopped worrying about it because I wanted this so bad and my PS would not use implants in me without a lift because I had tubular breasts. My incisions look bad to me, but not because of PS error or poor choice in procedure, I'm just not used to seeing stitches around my areola and there's still some dried blood on them. (Hopefully that makes sense...) Did your PS talk to you about puckering? My PS showed me pictures but said it fades with time and since he wasn't removing too much skin I wouldn't have much puckering. I've already noticed a decrease in puckering from 2 weeks post op to almost 3 weeks post op. My PS said it's normal for your entire areola to be swollen and look puffy, but I did not have that, and that goes away if you do have it. They did look strange though. I think my areolas were still swollen last week because my nipples looked flattened, but they didn't look puffy. I thought having flattened nipples was from having tubular breasts but a few days ago they just went back to looking pretty normal. My account sounds pretty bad, but trust me, it's not. It is surgery and it may be a little strange to look at for awhile, but in a few months they will look great! My PS says I'm making great progress in my recovery and he's confident that in 2 months all of my puckering will be gone.

I do have some pictures but I need to update my group because I don't think any of the pictures I have up yet even show my incisions. My PS took my steri-strips off on day 11 and I haven't put any of my pictures up since then. I noticed you can't receive private messages yet, but if you hang around here you will be able to, and I would be willing to share my pictures with you. Whenever I wish my boobs were bigger, I look back at my pre-BA pictures and I am astounded at the transformation. I can relate to the anxiety about the lift, but I'm really, really happy I had it done and the results are amazing to me.

Nikki5PV · 07-20-2008, 12:35 AM

I am around 5 months from the Benelli lift, and happy to show you pictures, I havent updated my yahoo group for ages (slap wrist), but if you pm me your email addy, I can email some to you its no prob, that will prob also encourage me to update my yahoo group.

Its a scarry scar to start with, but once it blends into the natural aerola area I am sure you will be pleased as punch!

ATB

Nic

CAINAZ · 07-20-2008, 03:40 AM

I also had a benelli lift and I have a yahoo group with pics, if you'd like to see my results. My scars look wonderful now. They are thin white lines, barely noticeable. I am 15.5 months post op. PM me is you'd like the link to my group.

JCsMomma · 07-20-2008, 12:17 PM

I am having a lift w/implants next month too. I am not as worried about the scars as I was at first, although I am still a little nervous. I would love to see you girls' yahoo groups too if you wouldn't mind sending me the link??

deelicious · 07-20-2008, 12:35 PM

Hey Brittany!

I also had the Benelli lift. I'm really happy with the results, but shortly after surgery the lift in my left breast came out! The main stitch, which basically acts as an anchor, somehow broke. I'm scheduled for a re-do on that breast next friday (can't wait!).

I'm about 4 months out right now and I think I'm healing pretty nicely. The scars aren't the prettiest, but over time they will get better. The puckering went away completely when I was about 2 months out.

Relax! You'll be fine and happy you did it!

Check out this link for more info on the Benelli lift. It's extremely helpful and informative.

http://www.magnoliaplasticsurgery.co...BA_w_Lift.html

Dee

Brittany1782 · 07-20-2008, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kimberly

I had a Benelli lift with implants almost 3 weeks ago. I was kind of put off by the idea of seeing an incision around my entire areola, but I quickly stopped worrying about it because I wanted this so bad and my PS would not use implants in me without a lift because I had tubular breasts. My incisions look bad to me, but not because of PS error or poor choice in procedure, I'm just not used to seeing stitches around my areola and there's still some dried blood on them. (Hopefully that makes sense...) Did your PS talk to you about puckering? My PS showed me pictures but said it fades with time and since he wasn't removing too much skin I wouldn't have much puckering. I've already noticed a decrease in puckering from 2 weeks post op to almost 3 weeks post op. My PS said it's normal for your entire areola to be swollen and look puffy, but I did not have that, and that goes away if you do have it. They did look strange though. I think my areolas were still swollen last week because my nipples looked flattened, but they didn't look puffy. I thought having flattened nipples was from having tubular breasts but a few days ago they just went back to looking pretty normal. My account sounds pretty bad, but trust me, it's not. It is surgery and it may be a little strange to look at for awhile, but in a few months they will look great! My PS says I'm making great progress in my recovery and he's confident that in 2 months all of my puckering will be gone.

I do have some pictures but I need to update my group because I don't think any of the pictures I have up yet even show my incisions. My PS took my steri-strips off on day 11 and I haven't put any of my pictures up since then. I noticed you can't receive private messages yet, but if you hang around here you will be able to, and I would be willing to share my pictures with you. Whenever I wish my boobs were bigger, I look back at my pre-BA pictures and I am astounded at the transformation. I can relate to the anxiety about the lift, but I'm really, really happy I had it done and the results are amazing to me.

WOW!! thanks soooo much! that was a very informative answer, and made me feel a lot better! i would "thank" you on here... but i am not sure how!...lol
anyway... another question.... what about pain?... not about the implant, but about the incision site... was it HORRIBLE... i have a feeling it will burn a lot!?!

Brittany1782 · 07-20-2008, 01:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikki5PV

I am around 5 months from the Benelli lift, and happy to show you pictures, I havent updated my yahoo group for ages (slap wrist), but if you pm me your email addy, I can email some to you its no prob, that will prob also encourage me to update my yahoo group.

Its a scarry scar to start with, but once it blends into the natural aerola area I am sure you will be pleased as punch!

ATB

Nic

oh thank u!! i don't think i can PM yet!?!?!?! hopefully soon... as i would LOVE to see pics!
as soon as i can PM, i will give u my email... thanks again!

Brittany1782 · 07-20-2008, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deelicious

Hey Brittany!

I also had the Benelli lift. I'm really happy with the results, but shortly after surgery the lift in my left breast came out! The main stitch, which basically acts as an anchor, somehow broke. I'm scheduled for a re-do on that breast next friday (can't wait!).

I'm about 4 months out right now and I think I'm healing pretty nicely. The scars aren't the prettiest, but over time they will get better. The puckering went away completely when I was about 2 months out.

Relax! You'll be fine and happy you did it!

Check out this link for more info on the Benelli lift. It's extremely helpful and informative.

http://www.magnoliaplasticsurgery.co...BA_w_Lift.html

Dee

oh thank u sooo much for the link! good luck with ur redo! =)

USTBabe21 · 07-20-2008, 01:53 PM

Hi Brittany~

I actually had a full anchor lift, (which, as I'm sure you know, is a little more extensive), but I can comment about the incision around the areola, since my lift involved that too. It is definitely a little scary to see the nipple/areola sewn back on for the first few days, but like the gals before me have said, it does get better. The scars around my areola are barely noticeable now and it's only been a month!! In my opinion, it was a small price to pay for perky boobs!! There are some great threads on the site about lotions, etc. used on the scars. I think that with diligent care, the can be quite inconspicuous!!

Best of luck to you!

CAINAZ · 07-20-2008, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCsMomma

I am having a lift w/implants next month too. I am not as worried about the scars as I was at first, although I am still a little nervous. I would love to see you girls' yahoo groups too if you wouldn't mind sending me the link??

I'll send you a PM.

Nikki5PV · 07-20-2008, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deelicious

Hey Brittany!

I also had the Benelli lift. I'm really happy with the results, but shortly after surgery the lift in my left breast came out! The main stitch, which basically acts as an anchor, somehow broke. I'm scheduled for a re-do on that breast next friday (can't wait!).

I'm about 4 months out right now and I think I'm healing pretty nicely. The scars aren't the prettiest, but over time they will get better. The puckering went away completely when I was about 2 months out.

Relax! You'll be fine and happy you did it!

Check out this link for more info on the Benelli lift. It's extremely helpful and informative.

http://www.magnoliaplasticsurgery.co...BA_w_Lift.html

Dee

Hi Dee

Can you explain what it looked like to me? Its just on one boob, my aereola sometimes lifts up! Its hard to explain, but I went to my PS and he brushed it off completely. I am not convinced so am gonna have a 2nd opinion.

It does nt happen all the time, when it lies flat it looks perfect, but its almost like a stitch has come away inside?

Thanks for any comments!

Nic

07-13-2008, 04:58 PM	#1
Brittany1782 B(.)(.)BYLICIOUS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Miami, Florida Sign: Posts: 203 My Mood: Thanks: 510 Thanked 87 Times in 61 Posts	Who has gotten The Benelli Lift? aka Donut Lift? My PS reccomended it with my BA.. but I would like to see some pictures if anyone is willing to share them... =)

07-19-2008, 11:21 PM	#2
Brittany1782 B(.)(.)BYLICIOUS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Miami, Florida Sign: Posts: 203 My Mood: Thanks: 510 Thanked 87 Times in 61 Posts	well... ok no pictures.. but what about experiences?... i am really scared about seeing my nipples sewed back on! __________________

07-19-2008, 11:57 PM	#3
Kimberly Patiently waiting to go bigger! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Sign: Posts: 167 My Mood: Thanks: 56 Thanked 70 Times in 65 Posts	I had a Benelli lift with implants almost 3 weeks ago. I was kind of put off by the idea of seeing an incision around my entire areola, but I quickly stopped worrying about it because I wanted this so bad and my PS would not use implants in me without a lift because I had tubular breasts. My incisions look bad to me, but not because of PS error or poor choice in procedure, I'm just not used to seeing stitches around my areola and there's still some dried blood on them. (Hopefully that makes sense...) Did your PS talk to you about puckering? My PS showed me pictures but said it fades with time and since he wasn't removing too much skin I wouldn't have much puckering. I've already noticed a decrease in puckering from 2 weeks post op to almost 3 weeks post op. My PS said it's normal for your entire areola to be swollen and look puffy, but I did not have that, and that goes away if you do have it. They did look strange though. I think my areolas were still swollen last week because my nipples looked flattened, but they didn't look puffy. I thought having flattened nipples was from having tubular breasts but a few days ago they just went back to looking pretty normal. My account sounds pretty bad, but trust me, it's not. It is surgery and it may be a little strange to look at for awhile, but in a few months they will look great! My PS says I'm making great progress in my recovery and he's confident that in 2 months all of my puckering will be gone. I do have some pictures but I need to update my group because I don't think any of the pictures I have up yet even show my incisions. My PS took my steri-strips off on day 11 and I haven't put any of my pictures up since then. I noticed you can't receive private messages yet, but if you hang around here you will be able to, and I would be willing to share my pictures with you. Whenever I wish my boobs were bigger, I look back at my pre-BA pictures and I am astounded at the transformation. I can relate to the anxiety about the lift, but I'm really, really happy I had it done and the results are amazing to me. __________________ BA Date: 6/30/08 350 (L) and 375cc (right) Pre-op: 36A? Post-op: 36C or 34D Smooth, Round, Silicone Unders, Areola Incision Tubular Breast Correction

07-20-2008, 12:35 AM	#4
Nikki5PV Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Perth, Australia Sign: Posts: 177 My Mood: Thanks: 41 Thanked 61 Times in 58 Posts	Hi I am around 5 months from the Benelli lift, and happy to show you pictures, I havent updated my yahoo group for ages (slap wrist), but if you pm me your email addy, I can email some to you its no prob, that will prob also encourage me to update my yahoo group. Its a scarry scar to start with, but once it blends into the natural aerola area I am sure you will be pleased as punch! ATB Nic __________________ 37 yr old mum of two, 10 and 8 happily married BA and BL done 20th Feb 08 5ft 2, 110 lbs Had benelli lift, plus 450cc textured HP mentors over Very happy bunny! Wow, Wow Wow!!!!

07-20-2008, 03:40 AM	#5
CAINAZ One Year Post-Op Already! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Sign: Posts: 1,573 My Mood: Thanks: 379 Thanked 668 Times in 600 Posts	I also had a benelli lift and I have a yahoo group with pics, if you'd like to see my results. My scars look wonderful now. They are thin white lines, barely noticeable. I am 15.5 months post op. PM me is you'd like the link to my group. __________________ www.justbreastimplants.com/Cohen/

07-20-2008, 12:17 PM	#6
JCsMomma Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Southern California Sign: Posts: 187 Thanks: 104 Thanked 71 Times in 65 Posts	I am having a lift w/implants next month too. I am not as worried about the scars as I was at first, although I am still a little nervous. I would love to see you girls' yahoo groups too if you wouldn't mind sending me the link??

07-20-2008, 12:35 PM	#7
deelicious Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Jersey Sign: Posts: 123 My Mood: Thanks: 73 Thanked 56 Times in 49 Posts	Hey Brittany! I also had the Benelli lift. I'm really happy with the results, but shortly after surgery the lift in my left breast came out! The main stitch, which basically acts as an anchor, somehow broke. I'm scheduled for a re-do on that breast next friday (can't wait!). I'm about 4 months out right now and I think I'm healing pretty nicely. The scars aren't the prettiest, but over time they will get better. The puckering went away completely when I was about 2 months out. Relax! You'll be fine and happy you did it! Check out this link for more info on the Benelli lift. It's extremely helpful and informative. http://www.magnoliaplasticsurgery.co...BA_w_Lift.html Dee __________________ BA/BL 3/15/08 5'2", 123 lbs Pre BA: 34c Post BA: It's Official: 34DD!! Mentor Mod+ Profile Smooth Round Saline, Complete Unders, Benelli Lift 325s f/t 360cc R/L

07-20-2008, 01:53 PM	#11
USTBabe21 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota Sign: Posts: 56 Thanks: 30 Thanked 25 Times in 24 Posts	Hi Brittany~ I actually had a full anchor lift, (which, as I'm sure you know, is a little more extensive), but I can comment about the incision around the areola, since my lift involved that too. It is definitely a little scary to see the nipple/areola sewn back on for the first few days, but like the gals before me have said, it does get better. The scars around my areola are barely noticeable now and it's only been a month!! In my opinion, it was a small price to pay for perky boobs!! There are some great threads on the site about lotions, etc. used on the scars. I think that with diligent care, the can be quite inconspicuous!! Best of luck to you! __________________ BA and lift on June 20th, 2008 Pre: 36C Post: 36DD+ (we'll see when everything is all settled!) 450cc high profile saline unders Height: 5'11" Weight: 150