Should Implants Be Placed Under or over the Muscle for a Slim Frame?

March 23, 2009
Asked By:ANNAF in California

I've seen 2 different and very good plastic surgeons, both have said I should go with silicone, but one said I should go with under the muscle and the other said I need to go over. I'm pretty slim and if I pinch my upper chest skin I have less than 2cm. Every thing I have read tells me under the muscle is best. I don't know what to do?

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March 25, 2009

Answer: 2 cm or less of "skin" is good reason for subpectoral (under muscle) approach

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March 25, 2009

Answer: 2 cm or less of "skin" is good reason for subpectoral (under muscle) approach

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March 25, 2009

Answer: Under the muscle

Andrew T. Cohen, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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March 25, 2009

Answer: Under the muscle

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Answer: Thin patient and implants

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March 25, 2009

Answer: Under the muscle

March 25, 2009

Answer: Under the muscle