Laser-Assisted mastopexy dataset

Mammary ptosis (MP), or breast sagging, is a frequent condition characterized by the inferior displacement of the nipple-areola complex (NAC) below the inframammary fold (IMF). While MP can affect patients of all ages and breast volumes, it's commonly associated with senescence, macromastia, weight loss, pregnancy, detrimental habits like illicit substance use, alcohol consumption, and smoking, as well as hormonal fluctuations that influence breast tissue composition. This condition significantly impacts patients' physical appearance and can profoundly affect their emotional well-being and overall quality of life. Senescence is widely recognized as the most significant risk factor for the development of mammary ptosis (MP). This natural phenomenon is accompanied by physiological changes that impact the breast's soft tissues, including both decreased collagen production leading to reduced skin elasticity and weakened supportive structures, alongside low estrogen levels during menopause contributing to mammary adipose tissue reduction which accelerates skin aging. The natural course of mammary ptosis (MP) unfolds in a sequential manner, characterized by distinct stages of tissue laxity and parenchymal alterations. The initial phase involves the development of cutaneous stretching and laxity within the mammary ducts and supporting ligaments. This progressive weakening of the supportive framework paves the way for the subsequent augmentation of mammary parenchymal volume. As the volume of breast tissue increases, the compromised support structures become ineffective, leading to the characteristic downward displacement of the breast tissue and the formation of redundant skin folds. This dataset presents 231 laser-assisted mastopexy procedures using a novel low-intensity multifrequency laser technology to maximize the optimal positioning of the sternal notch-nipple complex (SNNC).