So confused between submuscular or sub facial. I'm not a fan of mesh. An implant makes me nervous already, mesh more so. However, I do decent amount of chest exercises with moderately heavy weights. 10-80lbs. (I'm not a body builder) I have stretchy skin. I'm 5'3", 137lbs. Currently 36 A/B depending on bra. breasts are in great shape after breastfeeding 3 kids. They're just smaller. I'm looking at a 215-225cc breast implant. Want to stay pretty small. Thanks!
Answer: Breast implant location for patients who lift weights I would favor placing the implants under the muscle. Although you have not posted photos, I suspect that you would benefit aesthetically from the extra coverage. In addition, this location improves mammography. Woman who are athletic and excise aggressively may see some animation, but this is a small tradeoff for the overall benefits.
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Answer: Breast implant location for patients who lift weights I would favor placing the implants under the muscle. Although you have not posted photos, I suspect that you would benefit aesthetically from the extra coverage. In addition, this location improves mammography. Woman who are athletic and excise aggressively may see some animation, but this is a small tradeoff for the overall benefits.
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April 17, 2024
Answer: Which breast implant location is best for patients who lift weights? This is a controversial question with no real right or wrong answer. There are pros and cons of over the muscle versus under the muscle implants in the should be fully discussed with you by your surgeon. After allowing sufficient time to heal (about 6 weeks) one should be able to resume lifting weights. Over the muscle implant does have the advantage that when contracting the pectoralis muscle the overlying breast does not move as much as it would if a were below the muscle. However under the muscle implants have advantages over long-term looks and the development of capsular contracture. In our practice we have a number of weightlifting and bodybuilding women, including professionals bodybuilders with under the muscle implants (sub muscular) with no change and their activities or amount of weight they can lift. I do agree with the questioner that mesh should not be used unless in certain unique situations that are quite uncommon.
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April 17, 2024
Answer: Which breast implant location is best for patients who lift weights? This is a controversial question with no real right or wrong answer. There are pros and cons of over the muscle versus under the muscle implants in the should be fully discussed with you by your surgeon. After allowing sufficient time to heal (about 6 weeks) one should be able to resume lifting weights. Over the muscle implant does have the advantage that when contracting the pectoralis muscle the overlying breast does not move as much as it would if a were below the muscle. However under the muscle implants have advantages over long-term looks and the development of capsular contracture. In our practice we have a number of weightlifting and bodybuilding women, including professionals bodybuilders with under the muscle implants (sub muscular) with no change and their activities or amount of weight they can lift. I do agree with the questioner that mesh should not be used unless in certain unique situations that are quite uncommon.
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April 3, 2024
Answer: Benefits of subfascial implants in athletic patients This is a great question. In athletic patients, those who lift/ do chest exercises, or have strong chest (pec) muscles, placement of the implant under the muscle can result in animation deformity (movement of the implants/ breasts with chest muscle use). This can give the appearance of "jumping breasts" in the gym and over time potentially risk implants being pushed too high/ too low/ or too much to the side. For this reason, if a patient desires implants under the muscle or requires this placement because they are too thin, I advise them to adapt their activities to minimize the development and use of the chest/ pec muscle. Alternatively, the implant can be placed subfascial (under a thin casing layer over the muscle) which gives the implant some of the benefits of being under the muscle such as stability but without any risk of movement of the implant/breast with chest/ muscle flexion. As with regards to size, small or large implant sizes can be placed subfascial. I recommend that you consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and desires.
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April 3, 2024
Answer: Benefits of subfascial implants in athletic patients This is a great question. In athletic patients, those who lift/ do chest exercises, or have strong chest (pec) muscles, placement of the implant under the muscle can result in animation deformity (movement of the implants/ breasts with chest muscle use). This can give the appearance of "jumping breasts" in the gym and over time potentially risk implants being pushed too high/ too low/ or too much to the side. For this reason, if a patient desires implants under the muscle or requires this placement because they are too thin, I advise them to adapt their activities to minimize the development and use of the chest/ pec muscle. Alternatively, the implant can be placed subfascial (under a thin casing layer over the muscle) which gives the implant some of the benefits of being under the muscle such as stability but without any risk of movement of the implant/breast with chest/ muscle flexion. As with regards to size, small or large implant sizes can be placed subfascial. I recommend that you consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and desires.
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April 2, 2024
Answer: A complex case requires a complex answer Choosing between subglandular (above the muscle) and submuscular (below the muscle) breast augmentation involves considering several factors, especially for someone active with chest exercises and with specific aesthetic goals like you have.
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April 2, 2024
Answer: A complex case requires a complex answer Choosing between subglandular (above the muscle) and submuscular (below the muscle) breast augmentation involves considering several factors, especially for someone active with chest exercises and with specific aesthetic goals like you have.
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March 28, 2024
Answer: Breast Implant I always recommend submuscular through an inframammary (breast fold) approach, as there is lower problems with capsular contracture. I would recommend seeing a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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March 28, 2024
Answer: Breast Implant I always recommend submuscular through an inframammary (breast fold) approach, as there is lower problems with capsular contracture. I would recommend seeing a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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