I am one year post-op. My right breast looks deformed when flexed. Why does this happen? How complicated is the revision surgery to correct this issue?
Answer: Muscle flexion deformity and double bubble with implants: how to correct
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Answer: Muscle flexion deformity and double bubble with implants: how to correct
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Answer: Breast Looks Deformed when Flexing Pectoral Muscle When the muscle pulls across the implant, the appearance may be affected. This can appear worse with more muscle #density and the #muscular strength. There are options to enhance this though. One is to change the implant to the submammary position. Another is to cut the muscle more along the sternum for the implant to reside.
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Answer: Breast Looks Deformed when Flexing Pectoral Muscle When the muscle pulls across the implant, the appearance may be affected. This can appear worse with more muscle #density and the #muscular strength. There are options to enhance this though. One is to change the implant to the submammary position. Another is to cut the muscle more along the sternum for the implant to reside.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: Double Bubble You have fairly obvious double bubble due to muscular distortion of the breast shape due to hypertrophic chest musculature. The edge of the muscle heals into the scar capsule and creates this deformity. In selected patients, sub glandular pockets are an excellent option and will provide a more natural cleavage and movement of the breast. This approach requires that you have enough tissue coverage and is easier to do with silicone gel implants than saline. You should be aware that it will be somewhat more difficult to obtain mammograms and you may be at somewhat higher risk of having capsular contractures with sub glandular implant pockets, however.
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January 3, 2016
Answer: Double Bubble You have fairly obvious double bubble due to muscular distortion of the breast shape due to hypertrophic chest musculature. The edge of the muscle heals into the scar capsule and creates this deformity. In selected patients, sub glandular pockets are an excellent option and will provide a more natural cleavage and movement of the breast. This approach requires that you have enough tissue coverage and is easier to do with silicone gel implants than saline. You should be aware that it will be somewhat more difficult to obtain mammograms and you may be at somewhat higher risk of having capsular contractures with sub glandular implant pockets, however.
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September 17, 2015
Answer: Deformity This is a serious problem that will require a complete revision. Open capsulectomies, inferior capsular sling to elevate the inframammary fold, and a full formal breast lift or mastopexy.
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September 17, 2015
Answer: Deformity This is a serious problem that will require a complete revision. Open capsulectomies, inferior capsular sling to elevate the inframammary fold, and a full formal breast lift or mastopexy.
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April 21, 2015
Answer: Breast Implant Animation Deformity
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April 21, 2015
Answer: Breast Implant Animation Deformity
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August 24, 2014
Answer: Breast implant distortion Breast implants placed under the muscle may alter their shape when the muscle is utilized. One of the risks of sub muscular breast augmentation is implant distortion with use of the pectoral muscle. To help with your problem, there are a few options. The lower origin of the pectoral muscle can be released to help limit distortion. If you have a textured implant, changing to a smooth surface implant will help. Both of these options are relatively simple. The surgery can become more complex if the lower aspect of the pocket needs to be closed down. I would discuss these issues with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.
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August 24, 2014
Answer: Breast implant distortion Breast implants placed under the muscle may alter their shape when the muscle is utilized. One of the risks of sub muscular breast augmentation is implant distortion with use of the pectoral muscle. To help with your problem, there are a few options. The lower origin of the pectoral muscle can be released to help limit distortion. If you have a textured implant, changing to a smooth surface implant will help. Both of these options are relatively simple. The surgery can become more complex if the lower aspect of the pocket needs to be closed down. I would discuss these issues with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.
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