I had breast augmentation, under the muscle, using saline smooth shelled implants 8 years ago. I had a child three years ago and my implants are now visible through the skin with rippling and the left implant seems to have shifted slightly causing mild aching. Does it sound like these need to be replaced or is this all normal?
Answer: Pregnancy and Change in Breast Implants Pregnancy can cause many changes in the breast tissue and skin that can affect the look, feel, and positioning of the implant. The changes in the breast could be from skin elasticity change, weight gain/loss, and hormonal effects. A patient that is not satisfied with the way her current breasts look following pregnancy should speak with her plastic surgeon regarding options which might include mastopexy and implant exchange.
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Answer: Pregnancy and Change in Breast Implants Pregnancy can cause many changes in the breast tissue and skin that can affect the look, feel, and positioning of the implant. The changes in the breast could be from skin elasticity change, weight gain/loss, and hormonal effects. A patient that is not satisfied with the way her current breasts look following pregnancy should speak with her plastic surgeon regarding options which might include mastopexy and implant exchange.
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January 8, 2010
Answer: Breast Implant issues Rippling of the implant is more common in very thin patients with poor soft tissue coverage. Over filled salines may improve the rippling or possible exchange to silicone gel implants or even adding another layer of coverage such as Alloderm.
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January 8, 2010
Answer: Breast Implant issues Rippling of the implant is more common in very thin patients with poor soft tissue coverage. Over filled salines may improve the rippling or possible exchange to silicone gel implants or even adding another layer of coverage such as Alloderm.
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