I had saline implants under the muscle 4 years ago and just now am starting to notice slight rippling. I recently lost about 10 pounds and wonder if that is contributing to the cause of this. What are my options? My breast tissue is thin to begin with. I was originally a small B cup and had them increased to a 34C. I love the size but hate the ripples. Will replacing them solve this problem?
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It is probably related to a few things, the biggest of which is probably your weight loss, which solution most women do not want to hear! Even 10 lb. in thin women can make a difference. Also, I have seen that after 4-5 years that saline implants can stretch a bit and even lose a bit of fill, both possibly causing ripples. If it is just at the bottom, I would not rush into silicone implants. Don't hate me & I know it sounds bad but see what you think after the holidays, and a few extra pounds!
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It is probably related to a few things, the biggest of which is probably your weight loss, which solution most women do not want to hear! Even 10 lb. in thin women can make a difference. Also, I have seen that after 4-5 years that saline implants can stretch a bit and even lose a bit of fill, both possibly causing ripples. If it is just at the bottom, I would not rush into silicone implants. Don't hate me & I know it sounds bad but see what you think after the holidays, and a few extra pounds!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Should I Replace my Saline Implants if They Have Ripples? Hi JFlower, The less breast tissue you have, the more likely you are to see rippling in your implant shell. Weight loss would have contributed. This isn't a reason for revision, as all implants ripple. But you do have the option to help lessen the possibility of visible ripples. You can make the switch to silicone. The gel in the implant is thicker than the saline and moves more like your own body tissue. For really thin patients with a history of rippling you may be a good candidate for the highly cohesive silicone gels like the Natrelle Inspira Cohesive. They hold their shape the best. Make sure you meet with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience doing revisions that can show you a history of consistent outcomes of patients similar to you.Good luck!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Should I Replace my Saline Implants if They Have Ripples? Hi JFlower, The less breast tissue you have, the more likely you are to see rippling in your implant shell. Weight loss would have contributed. This isn't a reason for revision, as all implants ripple. But you do have the option to help lessen the possibility of visible ripples. You can make the switch to silicone. The gel in the implant is thicker than the saline and moves more like your own body tissue. For really thin patients with a history of rippling you may be a good candidate for the highly cohesive silicone gels like the Natrelle Inspira Cohesive. They hold their shape the best. Make sure you meet with a board certified plastic surgeon with experience doing revisions that can show you a history of consistent outcomes of patients similar to you.Good luck!
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December 13, 2016
Answer: Replacing Saline Implants with Ripples Rippling iof #saline implant is unlikely a serious issue. If you are very thin or lean, any type of #implant can display some #wrinkling. However, #positioning under the muscle may help. Silicone implants do better than saline in this case. Also, adding a mesh (i.e. #ADM or similar) can help. Smaller implants, skin #tightening and #capsulectomy may also treat #rippling or #wrinkling. Be sure to select a plastic surgeon who is #board-certified and has a great deal of experience with breast #augmentation and the incision type, #implant placement, and implant type. If the implants are ruptured or more than 10 years old, consideration should be given to replacement. Plastic surgeons who have specialized in breast surgery and cosmetic surgery are suitable to perform your breast augmentation. Aside from checking board-certification, it is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.
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Answer: Replacing Saline Implants with Ripples Rippling iof #saline implant is unlikely a serious issue. If you are very thin or lean, any type of #implant can display some #wrinkling. However, #positioning under the muscle may help. Silicone implants do better than saline in this case. Also, adding a mesh (i.e. #ADM or similar) can help. Smaller implants, skin #tightening and #capsulectomy may also treat #rippling or #wrinkling. Be sure to select a plastic surgeon who is #board-certified and has a great deal of experience with breast #augmentation and the incision type, #implant placement, and implant type. If the implants are ruptured or more than 10 years old, consideration should be given to replacement. Plastic surgeons who have specialized in breast surgery and cosmetic surgery are suitable to perform your breast augmentation. Aside from checking board-certification, it is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.
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July 4, 2016
Answer: Rippling Effect Thank you for your question. Rippling and Implant Edge Visibility are hard to get rid of. One sure way is for the patient to be a small amount of weight around her breasts. Exchange of implant to smooth high filled implant &/or going behind the muscle also can be very helpful maneuvers. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double board certifiedPlastic surgeonHoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrookChicago
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Answer: Rippling Effect Thank you for your question. Rippling and Implant Edge Visibility are hard to get rid of. One sure way is for the patient to be a small amount of weight around her breasts. Exchange of implant to smooth high filled implant &/or going behind the muscle also can be very helpful maneuvers. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double board certifiedPlastic surgeonHoffman EstatesBarringtonOakbrookChicago
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December 16, 2015
Answer: Rippling with saline breast implants Thank you for your question. Rippling can be seen when the surface of an implant shadows through the tissue, often found where the breast tissue coverage is thin. Some implant styles are more prone such as an overfilled saline implant. Others are less prone such as a shaped silicone implant. So one approach is to change an implant to one that is less prone to rippling. Another approach would be to add some thickness to the breast tissue. This can be done by fat grafting where fat is carefully layered between the skin and the implant. Another is to add a dermal matrix sheet between the breast and the implant where the rippling is visible to blunt the impression of the implant on the overlying skin. If you notice the rippling soon after surgery, I often recommend waiting until around the six month mark as your breasts may continue to change during that recovery period. I would visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail.
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Answer: Rippling with saline breast implants Thank you for your question. Rippling can be seen when the surface of an implant shadows through the tissue, often found where the breast tissue coverage is thin. Some implant styles are more prone such as an overfilled saline implant. Others are less prone such as a shaped silicone implant. So one approach is to change an implant to one that is less prone to rippling. Another approach would be to add some thickness to the breast tissue. This can be done by fat grafting where fat is carefully layered between the skin and the implant. Another is to add a dermal matrix sheet between the breast and the implant where the rippling is visible to blunt the impression of the implant on the overlying skin. If you notice the rippling soon after surgery, I often recommend waiting until around the six month mark as your breasts may continue to change during that recovery period. I would visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail.
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October 5, 2015
Answer: You may wish to replace your implants with silicone. Breast Augmentation has extremely high satisfaction rates, but occasionally rippling can occur following this procedure.This can occur with either saline or silicone breast implants.Several factors have been associated with rippling following breast augmentation.These include saline implants, large implants, thin soft tissue and placement of implants on top of the muscle.The potential for rippling can be decreased in several ways.It’s important in high risk patients to avoid using implants that are large relative to the patient’s native breast tissue.Firmer implants such as silicone and cohesive gel implants can also decrease the potential for this problem.Submusclar placement decreases rippling by increasing the soft tissue coverage over the implants.Surgeons should avoid over dissection of the pocket and avoid implants that are wider than the patient’s breast tissue.Finally over filling the implant when using saline may help to minimize rippling.Despite these maneuvers, rippling may still occur. It’s important to realize that in the vast majority of patients, rippling isn’t a problem and even when it does occur most patients are still very happy.In your case, it might be reasonable to replace your saline implants with firmer implants.In this situation, silicone or cohesive gel implants might improve your rippling.If you’re concerned about rippling following breast augmentation, consultation with your plastic surgeon is appropriate.Depending upon the specifics of your previous procedure your surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that’s appropriate for you.
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Answer: You may wish to replace your implants with silicone. Breast Augmentation has extremely high satisfaction rates, but occasionally rippling can occur following this procedure.This can occur with either saline or silicone breast implants.Several factors have been associated with rippling following breast augmentation.These include saline implants, large implants, thin soft tissue and placement of implants on top of the muscle.The potential for rippling can be decreased in several ways.It’s important in high risk patients to avoid using implants that are large relative to the patient’s native breast tissue.Firmer implants such as silicone and cohesive gel implants can also decrease the potential for this problem.Submusclar placement decreases rippling by increasing the soft tissue coverage over the implants.Surgeons should avoid over dissection of the pocket and avoid implants that are wider than the patient’s breast tissue.Finally over filling the implant when using saline may help to minimize rippling.Despite these maneuvers, rippling may still occur. It’s important to realize that in the vast majority of patients, rippling isn’t a problem and even when it does occur most patients are still very happy.In your case, it might be reasonable to replace your saline implants with firmer implants.In this situation, silicone or cohesive gel implants might improve your rippling.If you’re concerned about rippling following breast augmentation, consultation with your plastic surgeon is appropriate.Depending upon the specifics of your previous procedure your surgeon should be able to formulate a treatment plan that’s appropriate for you.
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