I listened to a PS on YouTube say "most doctors go below the muscle, simply because that's the way they are taught." It seems like going subglandular is more anatomically correct. Thoughts? Also, does going below or above the muscle really affect rates of capsular contracture? With a 250cc silicone or structured saline implant going over the muscle, is rippling a realistic concern? (I have almost B cup breast tissue naturally.) Lastly, does implant placement affect breastfeeding?
Answer: Subglandular vs dual plane Subglandular can give nice, natural results. Gels are recommended to avoid rippling. Unfortunately, capsule contracture, while still low, can be slightly higher than submuscular. Dual plane combines benefits of both. Either way, if implant is placed under the breast without disrupting ducts, breast feeding should be possible. (Some women with or without implants do not make sufficient breast milk unrelated to the implants). An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to further discuss your best options and expectations.
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Answer: Subglandular vs dual plane Subglandular can give nice, natural results. Gels are recommended to avoid rippling. Unfortunately, capsule contracture, while still low, can be slightly higher than submuscular. Dual plane combines benefits of both. Either way, if implant is placed under the breast without disrupting ducts, breast feeding should be possible. (Some women with or without implants do not make sufficient breast milk unrelated to the implants). An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon is recommended to further discuss your best options and expectations.
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Answer: Implants I was "taught" to place implants both behind the muscle and behind the breast depending upon what was best. For most women with minimal tissue, going behind the muscle gives better coverage, less rippling or edge look, and gives nice upper breast fullness. If you have minimal tissue, silicone implants will feel an look better. Implants are still placed behind the breasts, so breast feeding is still possible in most women. Going behind the muscle does help minimize the risk of capsule formation.
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Answer: Implants I was "taught" to place implants both behind the muscle and behind the breast depending upon what was best. For most women with minimal tissue, going behind the muscle gives better coverage, less rippling or edge look, and gives nice upper breast fullness. If you have minimal tissue, silicone implants will feel an look better. Implants are still placed behind the breasts, so breast feeding is still possible in most women. Going behind the muscle does help minimize the risk of capsule formation.
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October 19, 2020
Answer: Would you recommend subglandular or dual-plane implants? As a bodybuilder, I augment professional athletes frequently. I think for those people in whom the living is made by athletic performance, the implant can be placed above the muscle. Other patients will be happier longterm with submuscular (dual plane) placement. Realize that there is some tradeoff for submuscular placement including greater pain postoperatively and a diminution in strength. Although this reduction in strength is not noticed by most women, bodybuilders will be able to tell. Submuscular or dual plane is a better choice for a number of reasons including reduced risk of capsular contracture and greater implant coverage. Tissue thinning and implant visibility tend to be more prominent with subglandular placement. A property executed breast implant surgery should have no impact on breast feeding as the ducts should not be disturbed.
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October 19, 2020
Answer: Would you recommend subglandular or dual-plane implants? As a bodybuilder, I augment professional athletes frequently. I think for those people in whom the living is made by athletic performance, the implant can be placed above the muscle. Other patients will be happier longterm with submuscular (dual plane) placement. Realize that there is some tradeoff for submuscular placement including greater pain postoperatively and a diminution in strength. Although this reduction in strength is not noticed by most women, bodybuilders will be able to tell. Submuscular or dual plane is a better choice for a number of reasons including reduced risk of capsular contracture and greater implant coverage. Tissue thinning and implant visibility tend to be more prominent with subglandular placement. A property executed breast implant surgery should have no impact on breast feeding as the ducts should not be disturbed.
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October 19, 2020
Answer: My recommendation Hello darling, The position depends on the results you wanna get and what the doctor thinks you need. I recommend you to have this conversation with him/her. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.
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October 19, 2020
Answer: My recommendation Hello darling, The position depends on the results you wanna get and what the doctor thinks you need. I recommend you to have this conversation with him/her. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.
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October 18, 2020
Answer: Dual plane breast augmentation Deepest tolerable beneficial layer is best for natural proportional breast augmentation. Computerized 3 dimensional imaging can help visualize possible results. Trying on the proposed implants with a tight bra also helps. Good luck...
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October 18, 2020
Answer: Dual plane breast augmentation Deepest tolerable beneficial layer is best for natural proportional breast augmentation. Computerized 3 dimensional imaging can help visualize possible results. Trying on the proposed implants with a tight bra also helps. Good luck...
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October 18, 2020
Answer: Would you recommend subglandular or dual-plane implants Thank you for sharing your question. Going underneath the muscle provides many advantages - increased implant coverage using your own muscle and breast tissue, a more natural look and feel, off-loading some of the weight of the implant from your breast skin, lowered capsular contracture risk, and mammogram benefits by separating the implant from your breast tissue. Hope this helps.
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October 18, 2020
Answer: Would you recommend subglandular or dual-plane implants Thank you for sharing your question. Going underneath the muscle provides many advantages - increased implant coverage using your own muscle and breast tissue, a more natural look and feel, off-loading some of the weight of the implant from your breast skin, lowered capsular contracture risk, and mammogram benefits by separating the implant from your breast tissue. Hope this helps.
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