I had 450cc saline 3 years ago (375 overfilled to 450) and at that time I was 105 pounds and 5f2. I went through a pregnancy last year and since a gave birth, i lost 10 pounds. Now, I can see rippling in my implant and it doesn't look good at all. Is the weight loss the reason? Is the solution to have another surgery? Thank you.
Answer: Rippling Breast Implant Rippling most often occurs when there is insufficient soft tissue coverage due to little overlying body fat and breast tissue. Implants placed beneath the muscle help to minimize this phenomena but the lower and outside breast (as pectoralis muscle is no longer present), towards the cleavage where the muscle thins out or on top of the breast where breast tissue is often lacking are the most common places to see rippling. It is often accentuated with certain positions (e.g. bending over,or leaning). Most of the time, rippling is felt along the outer side of the breast and the inner side of the breast next to the cleavage. Breast implant waviness (rippling) that is felt but not noticeable to the eye is very common and should not be a concern. However, when rippling is visible, patients are often self-conscious about their appearance.Factors that are associated with increased rippling include:Traditional Saline implants (IDEAL® Saline implants less likely)Textured implantsLarge implantsThin patients with low BMIImplants placed above the musclePrior history of ripplingFactors which are less likely to have rippling include:Heavier and larger breasted womenUsing a highly cohesive form-stabile silicone implants (gummy bear)Smooth implantsSmaller implantsSubmuscular placementOnce rippling occurs it is very difficult to correct. Rippling can be minimized by placing a biologic fabrics (e.g. AlloDerm®, Strattice™, SERI®), submuscular conversion if implants are above the muscle, fat transfer, use of adjacent tissue (muscle or fascia) if available, and in persistent cases implant removal and fat transfer. Seek the care of the best board certified plastic surgeon possible with experience in breast revision surgery.#rippling#breastaugmentation
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Answer: Rippling Breast Implant Rippling most often occurs when there is insufficient soft tissue coverage due to little overlying body fat and breast tissue. Implants placed beneath the muscle help to minimize this phenomena but the lower and outside breast (as pectoralis muscle is no longer present), towards the cleavage where the muscle thins out or on top of the breast where breast tissue is often lacking are the most common places to see rippling. It is often accentuated with certain positions (e.g. bending over,or leaning). Most of the time, rippling is felt along the outer side of the breast and the inner side of the breast next to the cleavage. Breast implant waviness (rippling) that is felt but not noticeable to the eye is very common and should not be a concern. However, when rippling is visible, patients are often self-conscious about their appearance.Factors that are associated with increased rippling include:Traditional Saline implants (IDEAL® Saline implants less likely)Textured implantsLarge implantsThin patients with low BMIImplants placed above the musclePrior history of ripplingFactors which are less likely to have rippling include:Heavier and larger breasted womenUsing a highly cohesive form-stabile silicone implants (gummy bear)Smooth implantsSmaller implantsSubmuscular placementOnce rippling occurs it is very difficult to correct. Rippling can be minimized by placing a biologic fabrics (e.g. AlloDerm®, Strattice™, SERI®), submuscular conversion if implants are above the muscle, fat transfer, use of adjacent tissue (muscle or fascia) if available, and in persistent cases implant removal and fat transfer. Seek the care of the best board certified plastic surgeon possible with experience in breast revision surgery.#rippling#breastaugmentation
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December 11, 2014
Answer: Could be This can certainly impact your results and cause visible rippling, since there is less tissue to cover the implant. You have also had a baby (congratulations!) and this can change the breasts as well, making them saggier. You may want to see your surgeon to determine what would be the best way to resolve the rippling. Best of luck.
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December 11, 2014
Answer: Could be This can certainly impact your results and cause visible rippling, since there is less tissue to cover the implant. You have also had a baby (congratulations!) and this can change the breasts as well, making them saggier. You may want to see your surgeon to determine what would be the best way to resolve the rippling. Best of luck.
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Rippling after breast implants Weight loss may make your implants more noticeable. To correct this I have done lifts, placed larger implants and/or used Strattice to make the rippling less noticeable.
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June 11, 2014
Answer: Rippling after breast implants Weight loss may make your implants more noticeable. To correct this I have done lifts, placed larger implants and/or used Strattice to make the rippling less noticeable.
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June 7, 2014
Answer: Weight loss and rippling around implant Thank you for your question. The weight loss itself does not cause the rippling around the implant. All implants will have some scar tissue that forms around it. This process is called capsular contracture. Saline implants are especially prone to developing the rippling along the edge because of the implant itself and the capsular contracture process. There are solutions for this problem. Changing to a silicone implant, moving the implant under the muscle if it is above, using fat grafting to camouflage the implant, etc. I would not suggest gaining weight to try to "hide" the implant, this is obviously not a healthy solution. Seek the advice of your local plastic surgeon, they can help guide you to an appropriate solution.
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June 7, 2014
Answer: Weight loss and rippling around implant Thank you for your question. The weight loss itself does not cause the rippling around the implant. All implants will have some scar tissue that forms around it. This process is called capsular contracture. Saline implants are especially prone to developing the rippling along the edge because of the implant itself and the capsular contracture process. There are solutions for this problem. Changing to a silicone implant, moving the implant under the muscle if it is above, using fat grafting to camouflage the implant, etc. I would not suggest gaining weight to try to "hide" the implant, this is obviously not a healthy solution. Seek the advice of your local plastic surgeon, they can help guide you to an appropriate solution.
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June 5, 2014
Answer: Weight loss and breat rippling Certainly in a smaller framed patient, even a small change in weight loss can cause the edges of the implant to be more visible ( rippling). To help mask this, you can either gain weight, change to a more form stable implant, or try fat grafting to the area ( questionable utility). I hope this helps.
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June 5, 2014
Answer: Weight loss and breat rippling Certainly in a smaller framed patient, even a small change in weight loss can cause the edges of the implant to be more visible ( rippling). To help mask this, you can either gain weight, change to a more form stable implant, or try fat grafting to the area ( questionable utility). I hope this helps.
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