The Bellesoma method works with a woman’s own tissue to reshape, reposition, and secure the breast to the chest muscle instead of relying on the skin. Gary Horndeski, M.D. has developed this method over the last 14 years, and has a career over three-decades long. Schedule your consultation today!
What makes the Bellesoma Method different from traditional plastic surgery techniques is most noticeably that it does not leave patients with visible vertical scarring following their procedure. These scars are unsightly, and often lead women to decide against surgical intervention. The Bellesoma Method may remove the strain on the skin of the breast, as well as the neck, shoulders, and back, by attaching the breast directly to the chest muscle. This can also provide better support for the breast mound, allowing for better and longer lasting results from a breast lift or reduction. The Bellesoma Method also allows us to use each patient’s natural breast tissue to reshape the breast, so you can achieve firmer and more rounded breasts without the need for implants.
Dr. Gary Horndeski has been practicing for more than three decades, and he has been performing breast surgeries without vertical scars since 2010. The Bellesoma Method has treated women of all ages and can now accommodate nearly all breast sizes. We have worked with women from across the United States and from other continents, so you know that we can offer a compassionate surgical experience for you.
We are dedicated to providing services for women who are interested in achieving a greater sense of self and improved confidence. Our goal is to help our patients feel beautiful from the inside out. We want to help everyone we treat achieve their unique aesthetic goals, so they can love the way they look every day. If you have ever felt like your body does not accurately reflect the way you feel inside, we would love to help you achieve the appearance you have always wanted. Our medical staff takes the necessary time to get to know our patients on an individual basis, so that we can ensure you achieve the best possible results for your body.
If you have been considering a breast reduction or breast lift surgery and are interested in whether the Bellesoma Method may be the right option for you, contact us today.
We are proud to offer this remarkable procedure to women seeking results without the unsightly scarring that was once required. We offer free consultations, so you have nothing to lose by reaching out to our office. Our entire professional staff is dedicated to providing our patients with compassionate care. Call us at (281) 565-8099 to schedule your appointment. Bellesoma The Ultimate Breast Method in Sugar Land, TX (Houston)
Good candidates for the Bellesoma breast lift may be patients who are interested in a traditional breast lift, but do not want to incur any vertical scarring. Their breasts may appear drooping or pendulous. They likely have some degree of ptosis, or sagging. This may lead patients to feel self conscious about their appearance. They may have difficulty finding tops that fit correctly or may be embarrassed to wear certain clothing, such as swimsuits or low cut tops.
As with a traditional breast lift procedure, patients should be in good health prior to undergoing surgery. This means that they should be at a healthy and stable body weight and be nonsmokers. If the patient does smoke, then they will be asked to quit prior to surgery, as smoking can negatively impact the patient’s results.
*results may vary
In traditional breast lift surgery, the most common technique utilizes a visible anchor-shaped incision. The anchor incision consists of three incisions: one around the areola, one vertically connecting the areola and the breast crease on the front of the breast, and one along the under-breast crease, clinically known as the inframammary fold. Then, skin is removed and the incisions are brought together, shaping the new breast and lifting the nipple-areola complex*.
In The Bellesoma Method® , there are no vertical incisions. The technique utilizes an incision around the areola, and an incision along the underside of the breast crease to create the new breast position*. The center of mass of the breast is re-located higher up on the chest. Finally, a separate incision will be made on the breast mound where the new nipple areola complex will be located.
Excess skin is removed from the lower portion of the breast and then new breast mounds are created using internal straps securing them to the chest muscle. This provides a greater lift than is often accomplished with a traditional breast lift without the visible scar*.
Since the traditional breast lift operation focuses mainly on the lower portion of the breast, implants are usually required to achieve perkiness in the upper pole and cleavage area that is frequently desired. However, with the Bellesoma breast lift a new breast mound is created utilizing the patient’s own breast tissue guided by 3D modeling, to give a natural fullness to the upper poles without any implant necessary*.
The new breast mound is attached to the pectoral chest muscle, which takes the weight off of the neck, shoulder, and back. decreasing pain and discomfort. With traditional breast lift procedures, only the skin surrounding the breast usually supports the weight. Therefore, back, neck, and shoulder issues may still remain*.
Finally, the Bellesoma breast lift is performed without any implants or mesh, and, the results may last longer than a traditional mastopexy*.
*results may vary
The Bellesoma Method always begins with a state-of-the-art 3D scan of the patient’s breasts. Then imaging software calculates the patient’s breast volume and measurements in order to create a surgical blueprint for the operation. This is typically performed pre-operatively.
The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis and under general anesthesia.
Before: The breasts suffer from ptosis. They may have a conical shape and the nipples may face downwards.
Phase 1: New breast mounds are created from the patient’s own tissue and are placed higher on the patient’s chest wall.
Phase 2: The breast mounds are attached to the chest muscle, decreasing the burden from the skin around the breasts, and, therefore, improving results*.
Phase 3: Sutures are placed in the new breast crease and around the areola. This eliminates the need for unsightly vertical scarring on the breasts*.
Following the surgery, the patient is taken to the recovery room where they will wake up surrounded by our attentive and caring staff. Patients will not be able to drive themselves home. They should make arrangements for somebody else to drive them home prior to the day of operation. They should also make sure that another adult is available to spend the night with them for at least the first night after the procedure. We offer overnight professional nursing care as an additional service if desired. Dr. HORNDESKI will prescribe medication to help ease any discomfort following the procedure, which should be filled prior to surgery*.
*results may vary
Recovery for the Bellesoma breast lift is comparable to that of the traditional mastopexy. post operative bra. The surgical bra should be worn at all times, for the duration prescribed. It will help minimize bruising and swelling and make sure the breasts settle nicely into their final position*. Patients should plan on taking about 5-7 days off work in order to rest and recuperate. Although they will be able to return to work at this time, they should not do any heavy lifting for 2-3 weeks or longer. Patients will be instructed on some light exercises to perform in order to promote optimal recovery.
Patients will be seen in the office for post-operative care to ensure that the patient is healing properly.
*results may vary
