When considering a breast lift or reduction, most patients share two primary concerns: “Will the shape look natural?” and “How visible will the scars be?”
While the traditional “Anchor” incision (the Inverted-T) has been the industry standard for decades, Dr. Robert Drielsma has become widely recognised for his mastery of the Lollipop Technique (Vertical Mammoplasty). For Dr. Drielsma, this isn’t just a surgical choice; it’s a signature approach designed to deliver superior projection and a youthful contour while minimising the surgical footprint.
Important Note: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.
1. Superior Projection and “Perkiness”
The “Anchor” technique involves a horizontal incision along the breast fold. While effective for removing large amounts of skin in massive sized breasts, it often results in a “bottomed-out” or squared-off appearance over time.
Dr. Drielsma prefers the Lollipop technique because it focuses on vertical lifting. By preserving skin under the breast, the breast crease can be elevated without tension, creating a rounded, “perky” breast with better upper-pole fullness. This results in a silhouette that looks youthful and naturally projected, rather than flattened.
2. Eliminating the Horizontal Scar
The most obvious benefit of the Lollipop technique is the absence of the horizontal scar in the inframammary fold (the crease under the breast).
- The Lollipop Incision: A circle around the areola and a single vertical line down to the crease.
- The Result: Less visible scarring, especially when wearing swimwear or lower-cut tops. For many patients, the vertical scar heals into a fine, faint line that is far less noticeable than the extensive “T” shape of the anchor.
3. Faster Recovery, Less Trauma
Because the Lollipop technique is generally less invasive than the Anchor method, many of Dr. Drielsma’s patients report a smoother recovery period. With fewer incisions to heal, there is typically:
- Less post-operative swelling.
- Less post-operative pain
- A quicker return to daily activities.
4. Versatility for Modern Results
Dr. Drielsma utilises the Lollipop technique for both breast lifts and breast reductions. It is effective for a wide range of breast sizes from C cup to H cup and for women with moderate to severe sagging. Dr. Drielsma offers the Lollipop technique to over 95% of his patients undergoing breast reduction and lift. The lollipop technique is sought after by those looking to achieve a significant change in shape without the “surgical look” of traditional methods. By meticulously reshaping the internal glandular tissue, Dr. Drielsma has achieved radical transformations that have maintained their shape over long periods of time.
“The goal is never just to ‘lift’—it’s to ‘re-sculpt.’ The Lollipop technique allows me to give my patients the most natural, rounded contour possible with the least amount of visible evidence.” — Dr. Robert Drielsma
Is the Lollipop Technique Right for You?
While the Lollipop technique is Dr. Drielsma’s signature, every body is unique. During a personal consultation, Dr. Drielsma assesses your anatomy, skin elasticity, and aesthetic goals to determine if this vertical approach will provide the best outcome for you.
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Meet Our Plastic Surgeon
"The best choice a patient
can make is one that leads
to their own happiness"
MBBS, BSc(Med), FRACS
(AHPRA MED 0001073756)
Dr. Robert Drielsma
MBBS (Hons), BSc(Med), FRACS (AHPRA MED 0001073756)
Dr Drielsma is an Australian trained fully qualified Specialist Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon specialising in aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts and body.
His medical degree, (M.B.B.S Hons) was completed with honours at the University of Sydney in 1982. During this time he also completed a Bachelor of Science degree. Dr Drielsma then completed specialist training in both general surgery and plastic surgery in Sydney attaining fellowship of the Royal Australian College of of Surgery (FRACS) in both disciplines. Further training and experience was then attained internationally in London, England and Toronto Canada.
Dr Drielsma commenced his private practice in Canberra and Sydney Australia in 1997. His practice is now based in Bondi Junction, Sydney and incorporates Camden in Sydney’s west, Wagga Wagga and Canberra.
Dr Drielsma is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS), member of the Australasian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and member of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS). Dr Drielsma is also board Certified by the Australian and New Zealand Board of Cosmetic Plastic Surgery.
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