Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Spiral Flap Offers Help for Deflated Breasts

We all know that not all cosmetic breast issues are the same. Some breasts are too small for our liking, some are asymmetrical, others need a little lift to correct sagging. A procedure called "spiral" flap is now being suggested to correct deflated or "pancake breasts" without the use of implants.

This year, a presentation on a technique to correct deflated breasts will be presented at a conference of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The procedure uses unwanted fat from other areas of the body, such as the tummy, bra line and beneath the arm to correct the aesthetic effects of breasts that have been deflated through pregnancy, age and genetics. The breast mound is rebuilt inside a spiral flap, which is "mobile enough to permit artistry in shaping, positioning and enlarging the breast," according to an article on Plasticsurgery.org.

Though the spiral flap technique offers advantages such as a natural breast feel, the report says the technique is an option for a only small percentage of women, those with extreme breast deflation from pregnancy, age or massive weight loss. Breast augmentation, breast lifts and lift/augmentation combos are still the best option for most cosmetic breast issues.