The implants may drop, but not push out to the side over time.

David A. Dreyfuss, MD answers: Is there a risk of high-profile Saline Breast Implants pushing out over time?

I am an A cup (12.5 width) and I wanted to go with about a 425cc saline implant. I know that in order to do this I would most likely have to get high-profile saline implants to achieve this size. However, I have heard that the chest muscles push these implants out and away from the center over time. What is the risk of this happening? Would it be better to go with a tear drop-shaped implant instead, or is the high-profile saline still the best choice?


David A. Dreyfuss, MD
12 months ago

It sounds as if you would like a big size implant for your frame.  With your narrow chest, a high profile implant may be your best choice.  I have become less enthusiastic about the tear drop implants.  I used them for many years and have seen rippling and deflations at a much higher rate than the smooth wall saline implants. 

The only way an implant can migrate laterally, or to the outside part of your chest, is if your surgeon over dissects the pocket.  The implants do have a tendency to drop or droop over time, but this is normal.  I would discuss your final size wishes with your doctor, not just the size of the implant.  When done properly, high profile implants have a very natural look.

 

 

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