I am considering a BA and trying to decide which incision is best for me. I am concerned about the pain; healing process; scaring; and being able to breastfeed when I decide to have kids. I want to be able to go back to work soon and start back with my regular activities (i.e exercise, running, etc.). As such, I'm wondering what is the healing time/process and what are the limitations with the transaxillary incision verses the inframammary incision.
April 10, 2017
Answer: Transaxillary versus inframammary breast aug incision Good question. Transaxillary is a nice approach in those who form ugly scars. The scar is hidden in the armpit. Most patients do very well with an inframammary incision that is well placed within the fold. There is some technique differences between surgeons and placement of the scar in the fold needs to be planned appropriately. Transaxillary augmentation is also done a few ways. I prefer to use an endoscope to visualize the complete surgery as opposed to a blind dissection. You will have to ask your surgeon what they use. In my practice, transaxillary augmentations take a little bit longer for their implants to fully drop as the pectoral muscle is lifted higher up on the chest wall which leads to more swelling. In any case, both are fine options for an augmentation in the correct hands. Visit with American board of plastic surgery certified surgeons for best results!Cheers
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April 10, 2017
Answer: Transaxillary versus inframammary breast aug incision Good question. Transaxillary is a nice approach in those who form ugly scars. The scar is hidden in the armpit. Most patients do very well with an inframammary incision that is well placed within the fold. There is some technique differences between surgeons and placement of the scar in the fold needs to be planned appropriately. Transaxillary augmentation is also done a few ways. I prefer to use an endoscope to visualize the complete surgery as opposed to a blind dissection. You will have to ask your surgeon what they use. In my practice, transaxillary augmentations take a little bit longer for their implants to fully drop as the pectoral muscle is lifted higher up on the chest wall which leads to more swelling. In any case, both are fine options for an augmentation in the correct hands. Visit with American board of plastic surgery certified surgeons for best results!Cheers
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April 10, 2017
Answer: Transaxillary breast augmentation thank you for your question. They are both good options. Your recovery will be pretty much same along with postoperative limitations until you are fully healed. It's best to have a thorough in person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss all of your treatment options. Best of luck!
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April 10, 2017
Answer: Transaxillary breast augmentation thank you for your question. They are both good options. Your recovery will be pretty much same along with postoperative limitations until you are fully healed. It's best to have a thorough in person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss all of your treatment options. Best of luck!
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