Transaxillary breast augmentation

Sean A. Simon, MD answers: Is Transaxillary incision possible for Silicone Breast Implants?

I have consulted several surgeons regarding my Breast implants I plan to receive in November. I was told by 2 that complete submuscular placement can be achieved via the transaxillary, so I had decided to go for it, using silicone, but then was told this approach can not be used with silicone, is this true?


Sean A. Simon, MD
2 months ago
By Sean A. Simon, MD - South Miami Plastic Surgeon

It is generally not recommended to have silicone implants placed through the transaxillary route.  You have a choice, if you wish to have the incision placed in the axilla, then go with a saline implant.  Otherwise choose a periareolar or inframammary incision for the placement of a silicone implant.

Dr. Sean Simon

Miami, FL 

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