Where is the Valve Usually Placed when Getting Implants?

   The implant valve is located on the front of the implant in the center of the implant.  The rupture usually occurs in an area separate from the valve.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

The valve is located on the front of the implant, often in the area behind the nipple. The location of the valve should not have any affect on your implant leaking. A pinpoint hole, anywhere on the implant will result in a totally empty implant. Where the hole is does not matter.

Breast implant valves are typically placed on top so that it is easy to confirm closure.  Having said that, I am not sure that it made that much difference in your deflation. Discuss this matter further with your surgeon

Saline implants typically leak from a hole in the shell. The valve is located in the center of the implant on the front. However, once it ruptured, it should be replaced.

The valve of a saline implant is located on the top side (front, closest to the skin) in the center (just under the nipple).  The valve is the part of the implant where the implant is inflated with saline during the operation.  Although the valve is 'self-sealing" and automatically snaps back in the closed position, many surgeons check that it is closed before the surgery is completed.  Most saline implant leaks do not occur at that site.  Good luck