would moving my saline implants from under to over the muscle help me achieve a rounder, higher appearance? (photo)

Thank you for posting your question here!My answer will be based on the limited information and pictures provided, for a more detailed and personalized plan please consult with your plastic surgeon.
A lot goes into deciding where to place an implant . The below the muscle position gives an implant a more natural upper pole slope , less chances for capsular contracture and an additional layer that tends to hide rippling better. That being said it also carries a higher chance of implant laterization and animation deformity.
Above the muscle gives you a more augmented look , the edge of the implant is a little more visible at the upper pole , but if you don't have much tissue above the implant you will have more visible rippling and you will have a higher potential for capsular contracture.
other factors to consider include a different implant profile or material (silicone ) and the cohesiveness of the gel used (more cohesive will retain upper pole fullness more) so I would encourage you to discuss your options with your surgeon in person.I hope this helps, Best of luck!

Dear barbbbieee,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. Based on your question, it looks like the change of implant position will not place your implants higher. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thanks for your question! I would need to see your current photos in order to determine if your wish pic is a reasonable result. Please post again with more photos. Thank you!

Moving implants in front of the muscle can give you a rounder appearance but not necessarily higher. The weight of the breasts are only held by skin envelope and the breasts may descend. You may want to consider fat transfers to the upper poles of the breasts, if you want additional upper pole fullness. This is easier to do and less costly.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss what type of look you are wanting. You can take along photos to help. Your surgeon can let you know based on your anatomy if the wish look is possible and if so, how to achieve it. Moving the implants may give you a rounder look but may result in other effects that are less desirable.

Although you did not post a photo of your breasts exposed, what you show in a bra looks very nice. I suggest keeping the implants behind the muscle for better long-term results and less sagging. Most women cannot achieve the round ball look which is not a natural look. Placing the implants in front of the muscle will be firmer and much less support to the implants.

Only one posted in clothing photo cannot determine how your breast really appear. Must repost in nude photos for a better explanation. Expect exchange of implant or moving Implant to plane from under muscle have fees very would you need a new implant or use the implant you already have? I prefer using brand new implants in this case. Expect fees to range from $8000-$12,000. Again, best of virtual consult with them post a nude photo.

I do not recommend you convert your implant to above the pectoralis muscle.
To make an assessment, we need appropriate pictures.
If your having problems with implant position then it’s not because they were under the muscle, but rather how the surgery was performed in the first place.
Problems with implant position can happen with either technique.
I suggest having a few in person consultations with plastic surgeons in your community.
There are major differences in outcomes, including long-term outcomes, depending on what surgeon you select.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD