I got my saline implant surgery 6 years ago and was told that because of my chest I would not have cleavage. This was understood, but, I did not think that that meant that they would fall into my armpits when I lay down which is very uncomfortable. I had absolutely no boobs to start with just a nipple. I am very self conscious about them and cannot wear bathing suits I want to because of this. Please let me know if you think I have any options.
Answer: My Breast Implants Fall Into My Armpit When I Lay Down - Can This Be Corrected? The short answer to your question is "yes".Implants which fall into the armpit are displaced laterally within the breast implant pocket. The pocket can be closed laterally using several techniques, and then opened more medially to give some degree of improved cleavage. If your implants are on top of the muscle, going into the subpectoral space can often limit the lateral movement of the implants. That being said, if you were my patient, I prefer both above and below the muscle to do a capsulorraphy which closes down the lateral portion of the breast implant pocket, and then reinforcing that pocket with Seri scaffolding. This surgery can be performed through an incision around the edge of the areola leaving minimal to no scarring and creating a more natural breast position and shape. I recommend you seek out a Board Certified plastic surgeon in your neighborhood who has experience in breast revisions, especially with the use of Seri.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: My Breast Implants Fall Into My Armpit When I Lay Down - Can This Be Corrected? The short answer to your question is "yes".Implants which fall into the armpit are displaced laterally within the breast implant pocket. The pocket can be closed laterally using several techniques, and then opened more medially to give some degree of improved cleavage. If your implants are on top of the muscle, going into the subpectoral space can often limit the lateral movement of the implants. That being said, if you were my patient, I prefer both above and below the muscle to do a capsulorraphy which closes down the lateral portion of the breast implant pocket, and then reinforcing that pocket with Seri scaffolding. This surgery can be performed through an incision around the edge of the areola leaving minimal to no scarring and creating a more natural breast position and shape. I recommend you seek out a Board Certified plastic surgeon in your neighborhood who has experience in breast revisions, especially with the use of Seri.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Implants Falling This is not uncommon in saline implants, especially if the pocket is slightly over resected. This can be remedied by reefing the lateral capsule and exchanging the type of implants. This should be done in the hands of a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with expertise in original breast surgery.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Implants Falling This is not uncommon in saline implants, especially if the pocket is slightly over resected. This can be remedied by reefing the lateral capsule and exchanging the type of implants. This should be done in the hands of a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with expertise in original breast surgery.
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August 7, 2019
Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? Yes this can be fixed. The procedure involves removing the implants and suturing the outside or lateral portion of the implant pocket closed. This will move implants toward the center, improve cleavage and stop them from falling to the side.
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Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? Yes this can be fixed. The procedure involves removing the implants and suturing the outside or lateral portion of the implant pocket closed. This will move implants toward the center, improve cleavage and stop them from falling to the side.
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Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? Yes additional open surgery to close the lateral pocket of the implant cavity. Best to discuss with your original surgeon or seek a new one.
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Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? Yes additional open surgery to close the lateral pocket of the implant cavity. Best to discuss with your original surgeon or seek a new one.
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January 26, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation implant displacement Lateralization of smooth implants is a common problem. It is possible with closing part of your capsule and textured implants to improve the position of your implants. Also an external shoelace can be helpful in this process as well.
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Answer: Breast augmentation implant displacement Lateralization of smooth implants is a common problem. It is possible with closing part of your capsule and textured implants to improve the position of your implants. Also an external shoelace can be helpful in this process as well.
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May 7, 2019
Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? I am sorry to hear about the problem you are experiencing after breast augmentation surgery. Based on your description and pictures, it seems like you are experiencing a breast implant displacement problem. Generally, the lateral breast implant displacement can be corrected using an internal suture technique, decreasing the size of the pockets and moving the implants toward the midline. Doing so will prevent the breast implants from migrating to the sides when you lie down and will help centralize the position on the breast mounds. In my practice, this repair is done with a 2 layered suture technique. The use of acellular dermal matrix is an option ( although not usually necessary) especially if significant implant rippling/palpability is present. I hope this (and the attached link) helps.
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Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? I am sorry to hear about the problem you are experiencing after breast augmentation surgery. Based on your description and pictures, it seems like you are experiencing a breast implant displacement problem. Generally, the lateral breast implant displacement can be corrected using an internal suture technique, decreasing the size of the pockets and moving the implants toward the midline. Doing so will prevent the breast implants from migrating to the sides when you lie down and will help centralize the position on the breast mounds. In my practice, this repair is done with a 2 layered suture technique. The use of acellular dermal matrix is an option ( although not usually necessary) especially if significant implant rippling/palpability is present. I hope this (and the attached link) helps.
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