Learning more about Implant Placement

Keep in mind that there are complications that will commonly arise from any of the surgical procedures that you have done. You’ll want to keep in mind that there is a possibility and even some severe complications that could depend on how an individual reacts to surgery. You’ll want to keep in mind that there are a lot of things that could go wrong with breast augmentation, but you’ll want to make sure that you think about implant placement, because the placement of the implant will affect the way that they appear in the end.

There are four commonly used methods of placing breast implants. The placement can vary underneath the pectoalis muscle, below the muscle, and even up against the pectoralis muscle. These methods achieve different results as well as encountering different complications.

When it comes to implant placement, in the States, it is the subpectoral technique that is most commonly used. It has the lowest rate of capsular contracture. The subglandular method has a higher capsular contracture rate, but is thought to produce results that are more natural in appearance. For those who have thing tissue in the placement area, you will begin to have signs of ripples or wrinkles.

A lot of doctors will debate on rather the subfascial method is good. Supporters claim the method helps in sustaining the implant position. The fourth technique is called the submuscular implant. This option is usually only chosen when there is a full breast reconstruction procedure done.

Keep in mind that your surgeon may have a method that they prefer. You’ll want to keep in mind that that not everyone is the same and not everyone should be treated the same. You will want to discuss your options when it comes to the surgery and also talk about the complications of the method being preferred. You will find that when it comes to the appearance, there is one technique that will be used for one person, but then another technique for another.