I am currently 49 years old and got saline implants 15 years ago my doctor said he placed them under the muscle. When I went to have my mammogram this year the tech told me my implants are now over the muscle. Is it possible for implants to move from under the muscle to over?
May 9, 2024
Answer: Implant placement Dear rrollins06, it is hard to tell without an examination, but generally speaking it is possible for implants to move. If you are concerned, you should visit plastic surgeon and get an examination. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 9, 2024
Answer: Implant placement Dear rrollins06, it is hard to tell without an examination, but generally speaking it is possible for implants to move. If you are concerned, you should visit plastic surgeon and get an examination. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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May 2, 2024
Answer: No A normal fibrous capsule forms as early as 3 weeks after surgery around the implant, a fact which would prevent the implant to move from one space (behind the muscle) to a completely new space (above the muscle). Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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May 2, 2024
Answer: No A normal fibrous capsule forms as early as 3 weeks after surgery around the implant, a fact which would prevent the implant to move from one space (behind the muscle) to a completely new space (above the muscle). Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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