Can someone please explain what the "popcorn" method is for closing a pocket in a breast augmentation?

September 22, 2015
Asked By:Irispop in Seattle, WA

In a BA without any issues other then pockets too wide (implants fall onto sides when lying on back) what options are there for fixing this?? What is the popcorn method and what kind of scarring does that involve externally? Size, feel, and all else is great so don't want them removed and replaced, just want the pocket tightened on the outsides under the arms. Thank you!

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