Hi, I just purchased a scale that measures fat, visceral fat, muscle, and water (as well as total weight). Since I have silicone breast implants, I'd like to know which of these categories my implants would fall into. That is, would they show up as fat, visceral fat, muscle, or water?
The scale uses electrical impedance. Thanks. I thought the group of plastic surgeons on Realself would be the best place to find the answer to my question.
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October 29, 2011
Answer: Breasts Implants and Body Composition Scale?
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
600 cc is pretty big where I practice (Seattle) for a lady of your size. I rarely put an implant on top of the muscle, especially a high profile but then you say you want and unnatural look. It sounds like you may just get one! As far as sagging goes, gravity is preportional to...
There are some important aspects to how breast implants are placed when under the muscle. Most implants are placed under for better coverage, primarily in the upper part of the breast. The pectoralis muscle is shaped like a Japanese fan, with the "handle" attaching to the upper arm and...
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