I have a consultation in a couple of weeks for Saline breast implants but I recently read an article which said that most women with implants will develop some type of rippling. Is this true? Will this happen right away? I would rather not have implants at all if there is a good chance of rippling. I am a size B now and will be going to a full B/small C. I would rather do Silicone for the feel, but am scared to. Thank you.
December 16, 2015
Answer: Rippling with breast implants Thank you for your question. Rippling can be seen when the surface of an implant shadows through the tissue, often found where the breast tissue coverage is thin. Some implant styles are more prone such as an overfilled saline implant. Others are less prone such as a shaped silicone implant. So one approach is to change an implant to one that is less prone to rippling. Another approach would be to add some thickness to the breast tissue. This can be done by fat grafting where fat is carefully layered between the skin and the implant. Another is to add a dermal matrix sheet between the breast and the implant where the rippling is visible to blunt the impression of the implant on the overlying skin. If you notice the rippling soon after surgery, I often recommend waiting until around the six month mark as your breasts may continue to change during that recovery period. I would visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail.
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December 16, 2015
Answer: Rippling with breast implants Thank you for your question. Rippling can be seen when the surface of an implant shadows through the tissue, often found where the breast tissue coverage is thin. Some implant styles are more prone such as an overfilled saline implant. Others are less prone such as a shaped silicone implant. So one approach is to change an implant to one that is less prone to rippling. Another approach would be to add some thickness to the breast tissue. This can be done by fat grafting where fat is carefully layered between the skin and the implant. Another is to add a dermal matrix sheet between the breast and the implant where the rippling is visible to blunt the impression of the implant on the overlying skin. If you notice the rippling soon after surgery, I often recommend waiting until around the six month mark as your breasts may continue to change during that recovery period. I would visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail.
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November 19, 2015
Answer: Saline Implants and Rippling Not every patient experiences visual or palpable implant rippling, although there is a greater chance for rippling with saline implants due to their border shape. I do believe that patients who opt for saline implants should be prepared to at least feel these ripples, even if they are not visible. I would recommend any patient interested in a breast augmentation procedure to explore the option of silicone gel implants as well, since they have a lower risk of palpable or visible rippling and tend to do much better and feel much better long term. The amount of breast tissue a patient has prior to breast implants, placement of breast implants (above or below the muscle), implant size, implant profile, implant fill, if saline implants are selected, and surgeon expertise can all affect the overall result and the chances of a patient will experiencing rippling. I would recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation/breast implant procedures and routinely uses both saline and silicone implants. Addressing your concerns in addition to conducting a physical exam and discussing what size you are hoping to be will help determine whether or not saline implants are the right choice for you. Best of luck!
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November 19, 2015
Answer: Saline Implants and Rippling Not every patient experiences visual or palpable implant rippling, although there is a greater chance for rippling with saline implants due to their border shape. I do believe that patients who opt for saline implants should be prepared to at least feel these ripples, even if they are not visible. I would recommend any patient interested in a breast augmentation procedure to explore the option of silicone gel implants as well, since they have a lower risk of palpable or visible rippling and tend to do much better and feel much better long term. The amount of breast tissue a patient has prior to breast implants, placement of breast implants (above or below the muscle), implant size, implant profile, implant fill, if saline implants are selected, and surgeon expertise can all affect the overall result and the chances of a patient will experiencing rippling. I would recommend consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in breast augmentation/breast implant procedures and routinely uses both saline and silicone implants. Addressing your concerns in addition to conducting a physical exam and discussing what size you are hoping to be will help determine whether or not saline implants are the right choice for you. Best of luck!
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November 15, 2015
Answer: Breast Implant Rippling #BreastImplant RipplingThin patients with looser skin and underfilled implants are a problem. Not all patients have ripplingRippling can be reduced with higher fill implants, #Inspira or saline overfilladding fat , #hybridbreastaugmentation,tightening skin.
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November 15, 2015
Answer: Breast Implant Rippling #BreastImplant RipplingThin patients with looser skin and underfilled implants are a problem. Not all patients have ripplingRippling can be reduced with higher fill implants, #Inspira or saline overfilladding fat , #hybridbreastaugmentation,tightening skin.
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