I am a 22yo female, 5’3, 140 lbs. I’m scheduled for a breast augmentation 12/10. Due to my pseudoptosis my doctor is recommending placement of the implants over the muscle, to avoid double bubble. However, my gut is telling me to go under the muscle. I am trying to achieve a round breast with good upper pole fullness. I know all cases are different but almost all OTM before and afters I’ve seen have a more natural look, and the implant sits lower. So which placement would you recommend? Thanks
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Hi and welcome to our forum!It is difficult to visualize your situation without photos.In general, tissue expansion will increase skin surface area by stretching the involved tissues which encourages new tissue development and growth. During expansion, the pocket in which the implant resides is...
I would highly recommend performing the lift as well. I would highly recommend finding a highly trained aesthetic plastic surgeon (preferably 6 years of dedicated plastic surgery residency and 1 year of aesthetic fellowship). Best of luck!
Thanks for your question! The key to a good outcome is picking an implant that fits your body so that there aren't complications created by the size. For more volume, implant replacement down the road is always an option. Every breast is different. Your plastic surgeon is making his...