Will my Double Bubble Be a Difficult Fix? (photo)

 

The so called "double bubble "deformity can occur when the implants are placed below the natural breast fold.  Placing the implants below the fold should be undertaken with great caution.  In some cases it can be done successfully with nice results, in some others in leads to an obvious deformity.  An experienced and talented surgeon can make that determination. 

 

Correcting the double bubble deformity can be done successfully with a few different techniques. In some cases, depending on the size the shape of the breast that patient desires, the use of ADM (acellular dermal matrix) such as Strattice or Alloderm could be required.  Make sure that you seek out a surgeon with significant experience correcting this deformity.

The double bubble can be fixed with internal suturing of the inframammary crease.  This is a tricky procedure to get right, however, and you should make sure the surgeon who does the revision is experienced at the procedure.  The use of a dermal matrix should not be necessary and increases the cost of the procedure substantially.

Repairing a problem like the "double bubble deformity" is definitely possible. Usually it involves repair of the inframammary fold. Some patients also benefit from placement of an acellular dermal matrix graft such as Alloderm to help reinforce the fold position.