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Dear vvxx,upper pole fullness is achieved with appropriate implant selection but more importantly, submuscular placement, and precise pocket dissection. The submuscular placement allows the muscle to cover the top part of the implant which allows the upper pole to appear more full. Keeping away from the lateral chest during pocket dissection allows the implant to remain higher and prevents it from falling off to the side. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Dear FairWanderer, I almost always place implants submuscular. It lowers the rate of capsular contracture significantly. In addition, it looks much more natural because the muscle provides covering over the implant so its not as round on the top. I've also noticed the implants drop less over...
This type of implantation goes under the breast tissue so it is unlikely to decrease your chances of successfully breast feeding. It is important to note that not all women who want to breast feed can.
700 cc is a big implant - meaning heavy implant. Your symptoms sound similar to patients that have large breasts seeking breast reduction - which can happen with large implants.
Thank you for sharing your question. Yes, dual plane placement always involves incising a small portion of the muscle. Hope this helps.
Your experience could be caused from several different reasons, including capsular contracture. It is difficult to determine without an in person assessment. You may want to contact your plastic surgeon and have an ultrasound or MRI of the implants. I wish you luck.
Dear mishimillan, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...
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