I am heavily considering breast augmentation but one of my reservations is how un-natural it can look when there is a big gap between the breast. This is most likely my own personal preference but I just feel they look more natural post opp when there is not such a big gap in between them. My question is there a sure way that this can be avoided? For example, is this a common thing when women with very small breast go large?
Answer: Preventing gap between breasts after breast augmentation can be tricky. The key in preventing an unnecessary gap between your breasts is to have your surgery performed by a board certified plastic surgeon who understands the variations in breast and chest wall anatomy and how best to treat them. At your in depth consultation, be sure and review your specific anatomy with your PS and ask whether your breast and muscle anatomy will allow you to have the cleavage you desire. Also ask what options you have, if your anatomy restricts your ability to have cleavage with breast augmentation. Good luck
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Answer: Preventing gap between breasts after breast augmentation can be tricky. The key in preventing an unnecessary gap between your breasts is to have your surgery performed by a board certified plastic surgeon who understands the variations in breast and chest wall anatomy and how best to treat them. At your in depth consultation, be sure and review your specific anatomy with your PS and ask whether your breast and muscle anatomy will allow you to have the cleavage you desire. Also ask what options you have, if your anatomy restricts your ability to have cleavage with breast augmentation. Good luck
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October 10, 2015
Answer: How can the big gap in between breast after surgery be avoided? There are a couple of options if you have a wide breast bone and a large gap between your breasts. If your implants are placed behind the muscle, the muscle needs to be left attached to the breast bone. So to decrease the distance, fat grafting can be performed. If the implants are in front of the muscle, the implants may be able to be placed closer together, but fat grafting can still improve the gap. Good luck!
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October 10, 2015
Answer: How can the big gap in between breast after surgery be avoided? There are a couple of options if you have a wide breast bone and a large gap between your breasts. If your implants are placed behind the muscle, the muscle needs to be left attached to the breast bone. So to decrease the distance, fat grafting can be performed. If the implants are in front of the muscle, the implants may be able to be placed closer together, but fat grafting can still improve the gap. Good luck!
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October 12, 2015
Answer: How can the big gap in between breast after surgery be avoided? This is a very good question. It really depends on your body framework, and the type of implant you choose. It is important to get an idea such as the Vectra imaging to help give you a visual on how you will look post operatively. The gap between the breasts does not necessarily depend on the initial breast size. I suggest you find a board certified plastic surgeon that will go over your options, different types of implants available on the market, and make the right decision for you. Good luck
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October 12, 2015
Answer: How can the big gap in between breast after surgery be avoided? This is a very good question. It really depends on your body framework, and the type of implant you choose. It is important to get an idea such as the Vectra imaging to help give you a visual on how you will look post operatively. The gap between the breasts does not necessarily depend on the initial breast size. I suggest you find a board certified plastic surgeon that will go over your options, different types of implants available on the market, and make the right decision for you. Good luck
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October 9, 2015
Answer: Cleavage with breast augmentation The best way to consider this is to realize that the surgeon has minimal control over your natural cleavage width. The cleavage is determined by many anatomical factors which cannot be manipulated surgically. You should discuss this with a board-certified plastic surgeon to understand what are realistic expectations.
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October 9, 2015
Answer: Cleavage with breast augmentation The best way to consider this is to realize that the surgeon has minimal control over your natural cleavage width. The cleavage is determined by many anatomical factors which cannot be manipulated surgically. You should discuss this with a board-certified plastic surgeon to understand what are realistic expectations.
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October 9, 2015
Answer: Gap and breast implants Thank you for your question. Your cleavage and gap between two breasts is determined by your anatomy and to some extent choice of implants and your surgeon's implant pocket dissection. It has to be balanced carefully since too aggressive of dissection or release of muscles more towards the middle of your chest in attempt to close the gap will look unnatural due to your nipples migrating outwards. A skilled surgeon is often able to give you a narrow gap unless you have far wide attachment/insertion of your muscles and rib cage anatomy. I highly recommend a thorough consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and concerns.
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October 9, 2015
Answer: Gap and breast implants Thank you for your question. Your cleavage and gap between two breasts is determined by your anatomy and to some extent choice of implants and your surgeon's implant pocket dissection. It has to be balanced carefully since too aggressive of dissection or release of muscles more towards the middle of your chest in attempt to close the gap will look unnatural due to your nipples migrating outwards. A skilled surgeon is often able to give you a narrow gap unless you have far wide attachment/insertion of your muscles and rib cage anatomy. I highly recommend a thorough consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and concerns.
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