I received Natrelle SRM 330cc implants in April. They are the shape I am looking for, but are much smaller than I was hoping for. I am also experiencing rippling at the sides of my breasts where it meets the area under my arms. I am hoping to replace these SRM 330cc with 520cc. Will I have more rippling with 520cc or can I expect about the same amount of rippling as I have now? Is it possible to have less rippling if I go with SCM or SSM implants? I'm 5'2 and 110lbs. Is there a better implant to avoid rippling?
October 22, 2018
Answer: Rippling with breast augmentation That is an excellent question about a very common problem. I have seen a number of patients with this issue I my community. Keep in mind that all implants have advantages and disadvantages. The reason you are having rippling is that the amount of tissue covering the implant is inadequate. If you decide to increase the size of your current implant, then your tissues will be spread even thinner which may increase your rippling. You have several options though. If you use a more cohesive implant (SSM or SCM), then the rippling may improve because the implant will maintain its shape better. However, the implant will have a firmer feel and the edges of the implant may be more obvious to touch. One additional option you have is converting to a composite breast augmentation which includes using an implant plus increasing your tissue coverage through fat grafting or transfer. It works really well for patients in your situation. Consult with your plastic surgeon to see if this is an option for you. I hope this helps and take care.
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October 22, 2018
Answer: Rippling with breast augmentation That is an excellent question about a very common problem. I have seen a number of patients with this issue I my community. Keep in mind that all implants have advantages and disadvantages. The reason you are having rippling is that the amount of tissue covering the implant is inadequate. If you decide to increase the size of your current implant, then your tissues will be spread even thinner which may increase your rippling. You have several options though. If you use a more cohesive implant (SSM or SCM), then the rippling may improve because the implant will maintain its shape better. However, the implant will have a firmer feel and the edges of the implant may be more obvious to touch. One additional option you have is converting to a composite breast augmentation which includes using an implant plus increasing your tissue coverage through fat grafting or transfer. It works really well for patients in your situation. Consult with your plastic surgeon to see if this is an option for you. I hope this helps and take care.
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October 17, 2018
Answer: Rippling with implant choice Hi, Rippling has a lot to do with how much of "you" there is to cover the implants. The more there is of you to cover the implant the less chance you will see the rippling. The more cohesive implants will tend to not have as much rippling as they don't fold in on themselves as much, however, the implants are harder to the touch. Going will a larger implant will thin out your "natural you" over time even more and I would anticipate you will have a possibility of increased rippling. This will be something you want to think about. I hope this helps. Take care - Dr. Bekanich
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October 17, 2018
Answer: Rippling with implant choice Hi, Rippling has a lot to do with how much of "you" there is to cover the implants. The more there is of you to cover the implant the less chance you will see the rippling. The more cohesive implants will tend to not have as much rippling as they don't fold in on themselves as much, however, the implants are harder to the touch. Going will a larger implant will thin out your "natural you" over time even more and I would anticipate you will have a possibility of increased rippling. This will be something you want to think about. I hope this helps. Take care - Dr. Bekanich
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