The Sub-muscular Placement (Under the Muscle)
By and large, placing implants under the muscle is recommended if:
- you choose to have saline implants (to avoid rippling which is common in saline implants)
- you only have a small amount of natural breast tissue
- you have a family history of breast cancer
Its advantages include the following:
- Offers more support resulting in less sagging
- Rippling and implant edges are less likely to happen or may not occur at all
- More natural-looking
- Reduced risk of capsular contracture
- Mammogram and other imaging systems are easier to obtain
On the other hand, its drawbacks include:
- Limitation on implant size
- More difficult to place
- More painful and longer recovery
- Increased risk of the implant “bottoming out”
The Sub-glandular Placement (Over the Muscle)
A subglandular placement is ideal if:
- you choose to have silicone implants (does not require extensive tissue coverage for a good-looking shape)
- you have great amounts of natural breast tissue
The advantages of an over-the-muscle placement are:
- easier to place
- sharply-defined cleavage
- less painful and shorter recovery
- larger implants could be used
- no distortion when chest muscles are flexed (perfect for bodybuilders)
Disadvantages include the following:
- implants may be more visible and palpable
- increased chances of rippling when using saline implants
- Increased chances of capsular contracture
Breast Augmentation in Victorville and Neighboring Areas
For more information on finding a highly experienced breast augmentation surgeon in Victorville, call today to book your appointment at the Tehrani Plastic Surgery clinic – where your comfort and convenience are considered priorities. Contact us at (760) 240-2444 or fill out this contact form. We look forward to your visit!