Should I Get Teardrop Implants? Afraid They Could Rotate At Anytime?

I am going for a more natural look and have a slight tuberous shaped breast. i am only taking on a 330 cc implant. but am worried that after recovery i will have that worry in the back of my mind that they could rotate at anytime.. is this true?? i am a waitress so when going back to work should i be worried they could rotate at any given time? or will they heal in place over my healing process.. i am not worried about my PS i know he is great and can make a very precise dissection.

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Anatomical breast implants

One of the oft quoted complications of using anatomical (shaped) implants is the possible rotation or displacement of the implants. For this reason the shaped implants have been textured on their surface to help prevent this displacement. As others have pointed out accurately though, this doesn't always solve the problem, and therefore, if one is going to use those implants, in my opinion, the key is in the technique used to create the pocket. In my experience, one of the... more

Anatomical (Teardrop) Breast Implants and Rotation

Hello, Anatomical (Teardrop) implants have a high rate of rotation and so high risks are assigned to them. The shifting of the implants often leads to corrective surgeries. I encourage you to thoroughly discuss this option with your selected surgeon. Possible alternatives could be explored as well. Best of luck to you. Dr. Sajjadian

Teardrop or anatomic implants

I would choose a round implant. Saline teardrop shaped implants were on the market in the mid 90's for a period of time and were the rage. Because of the issue with rotation they fell by the wayside. A textured surface and a tag on the implant that could be sutured to fix the implants position were supposed to prevent this. We are now going to see the release of silicone anatomic implants and my bet is they will have the same problems. I am told they are... more

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Teardrop Implants

Anatomical implants are a good choice in a rather narrow range of patients. The implant must fit into the pocket "hand in glove" and the breast tissues and skin must not be stretched or relaxed, as this can promote rotation even if the pocket dissection is perfect. In addition, I am not so sure of the cosmetic benefits provided by a teardop implant. For this reason, I prefer a round implant carefully matched to my patients tissues to meet her size and... more

“Teardrop” Breast Implants and Rotation?

Thank you for the question. It's good to hear about your level of confidence with your plastic surgeon. One of the known problems/complications associated with “anatomical” or “teardrop” breast implants is the possibility of shifting/rotation of the breast implant. This rotation of breast implant may cause the breast shape to change, potentially necessitating further surgery to correct. For this reason, and with the goal of minimizing complications and... more