Nonaugmentive mastopexy

Abstract

Disclosed are methods and devices for minimally invasive mastopexy, or other soft tissue suspension, which may be accomplished with our without augmentation.

Description

PRIORITY INFORMATION[0001]This application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. §120 as a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 782,839 filed Jul. 25, 2007, and currently pending, which claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. §119 as a nonprovisional application of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60 / 820,565, filed Jul. 27, 2006. All of the aforementioned priority applications are hereby incorporated by reference in their entireties.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]This invention relates to apparatus and methods for mastopexy or “breastlift” procedures and devices, and more particularly to devices and methods for minimally invasive mastopexy which may be accomplished with or without augmentation.[0004]2. Description of the Related Art[0005]Breast augmentation, reduction and reconstructive surgeries have become commonplace within the last twenty years. In a breast augmentation procedure, a breast prosthesis is implanted into ...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

Achieves superior repositioning of the nipple and breast mass with reduced scarring and preservation of nipple sensation, offering a non-invasive adjustment mechanism for long-term cosmetic maintenance.

Problems solved by technology

In such a procedure, the breast prosthesis is in complete contact with the breast tissue, but is unsupported by any muscle.

As skin loses elasticity, shape and firmness consequently decline over time.