Case #154

This patient came to Dr. Francesco Campanile, Colorado’s breast and body contouring specialist, because she was unhappy with the drooping and overall appearance of her breasts. Many women with moderate to large amounts of breast tissue experience sagging with age, weight changes, or pregnancy—and often feel self-conscious about their breast shape and nipple position.

After evaluating her anatomy and goals, Dr. Campanile, a board-certified plastic surgeon with 25+ years of experience, recommended a breast lift (mastopexy) to restore a youthful, lifted contour. One of the most common ways to determine whether someone is a good candidate for a breast lift is the pencil test: if the nipple sits below the fold where a pencil rests under the breast, a lift is typically recommended to improve shape and position.

During the breast lift procedure, the nipple-areola complex is elevated and secured to a higher, more natural position, while excess skin is removed and the breast tissue is reshaped. For this patient, Dr. Campanile used the “lollipop” (vertical) technique, which allows for excellent reshaping with minimal scarring around the areola and a short vertical scar beneath the breast. This approach creates a beautiful, youthful breast contour while preserving a natural appearance.

Shown here approximately 3 months after surgery, this patient’s results demonstrate a significant improvement in breast shape, lift, and symmetry. She is extremely pleased with her outcome and feels far more confident in her appearance.

Women seeking a breast lift in Denver or throughout Colorado consistently choose Dr. Francesco Campanile for his specialized expertise, meticulous technique, and reputation for delivering natural, elegant, long-lasting results.

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary. These photos are of an actual patient of our practice who has provided consent to display their pictures online.