I got my saline implant surgery 6 years ago and was told that because of my chest I would not have cleavage. This was understood, but, I did not think that that meant that they would fall into my armpits when I lay down which is very uncomfortable. I had absolutely no boobs to start with just a nipple. I am very self conscious about them and cannot wear bathing suits I want to because of this. Please let me know if you think I have any options.
Answer: My Breast Implants Fall Into My Armpit When I Lay Down - Can This Be Corrected? The short answer to your question is "yes".Implants which fall into the armpit are displaced laterally within the breast implant pocket. The pocket can be closed laterally using several techniques, and then opened more medially to give some degree of improved cleavage. If your implants are on top of the muscle, going into the subpectoral space can often limit the lateral movement of the implants. That being said, if you were my patient, I prefer both above and below the muscle to do a capsulorraphy which closes down the lateral portion of the breast implant pocket, and then reinforcing that pocket with Seri scaffolding. This surgery can be performed through an incision around the edge of the areola leaving minimal to no scarring and creating a more natural breast position and shape. I recommend you seek out a Board Certified plastic surgeon in your neighborhood who has experience in breast revisions, especially with the use of Seri.
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Answer: My Breast Implants Fall Into My Armpit When I Lay Down - Can This Be Corrected? The short answer to your question is "yes".Implants which fall into the armpit are displaced laterally within the breast implant pocket. The pocket can be closed laterally using several techniques, and then opened more medially to give some degree of improved cleavage. If your implants are on top of the muscle, going into the subpectoral space can often limit the lateral movement of the implants. That being said, if you were my patient, I prefer both above and below the muscle to do a capsulorraphy which closes down the lateral portion of the breast implant pocket, and then reinforcing that pocket with Seri scaffolding. This surgery can be performed through an incision around the edge of the areola leaving minimal to no scarring and creating a more natural breast position and shape. I recommend you seek out a Board Certified plastic surgeon in your neighborhood who has experience in breast revisions, especially with the use of Seri.
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January 30, 2015
Answer: Implants Falling This is not uncommon in saline
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January 30, 2015
Answer: Implants Falling This is not uncommon in saline
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January 26, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation implant displacement Lateralization of smooth implants is a common problem. It is possible with closing part of your capsule and textured implants to improve the position of your implants. Also an external shoelace can be helpful in this process as well.
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January 26, 2015
Answer: Breast augmentation implant displacement Lateralization of smooth implants is a common problem. It is possible with closing part of your capsule and textured implants to improve the position of your implants. Also an external shoelace can be helpful in this process as well.
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May 7, 2019
Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? I am sorry to hear about the problem you are experiencing after breast augmentation surgery. Based on your description and pictures, it seems like you are experiencing a breast implant displacement problem.
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May 7, 2019
Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? I am sorry to hear about the problem you are experiencing after breast augmentation surgery. Based on your description and pictures, it seems like you are experiencing a breast implant displacement problem.
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Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? (Photo) Yes. This can be corrected with a procedure called a capsulorraphy. Internal sutures will close the pocket laterally (along the side) so they won't fall to the side when you lay down. Talk with your surgeon so you can better understand the risks and benefits involved with the procedure and go from there. ac
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Answer: Breast implants fall into armpits when laying down. Can anything be done? (Photo) Yes. This can be corrected with a procedure called a capsulorraphy. Internal sutures will close the pocket laterally (along the side) so they won't fall to the side when you lay down. Talk with your surgeon so you can better understand the risks and benefits involved with the procedure and go from there. ac
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