Proper Placement of Breast Implants

HOUSTON, TX, September 11, 2010 (Press-News.org) Just thinking about improperly placed breast implants can bring up some disturbing visuals. Imagine breasts that are too far apart, too close together, or that are bottoming out. When your goal is for a breast augmentation to improve your appearance, it is not hard to see how important proper placement of breast implants is. And the ultimate success of your breast implant depends on your cosmetic surgeon's experience, judgment, surgical technique and the tools he uses. Some tools offer cutting edge advantages even for the best plastic surgeons.

Importance of Your Breast Implant Consultation

Pay close attention to every detail during your breast augmentation consultation. Consult with several cosmetic surgeons to get a clear idea of how they achieve the proper placement of breast implants. Find out what technology they use then research the brands, models and FDA approved uses of each.

Part of your consultation with your surgeon includes deciding where your implants will be placed. Two options-beneath the breast tissue or beneath the pectoral muscle-tend to result in fewer complications.

Planning also considers breast implant type, shape and size paired with your existing volume of breast tissue and muscle thickness. Your cosmetic surgeon's experience and accuracy in envisioning your outcome is critical. His skill in surgically creating his vision is essential.

Vectra 3-D Imaging System

One recent development is the Vectra 3-D Imaging System, which helps you and your surgeon envision your final results. First the Vectra takes several images of your body from different angles. Then you program the size and type of implant into the Vectra 3-D Imager which it applies to your images, and produces a simulation of how those implants will look after surgery. Such technology can only reinforce your surgeon's experienced judgment.

But there are some other tools that can make your surgery safer with faster healing and less post-operative discomfort.

Keller Funnel for Silicone Implant Placement

One of the country's most prominent cosmetic surgeons uses an implant placement device called the Keller Funnel for silicone implant placement. This funnel makes it possible to use smaller incisions that result in less scarring and faster healing. The funnel is well lubricated so placement is far gentler than possible with previous methods. The gentle placement reduces the trauma, thus reducing the likelihood that scar tissue and capsular contracture will develop. And the design of the funnel reduces skin contact and the chance of infection.

If you are planning to have breast implants but have not given much thought to proper breast implant placement please visit the website of Michael Ciaravino, M.D., F.A.C.S., one of the nations' leading breast augmentation cosmetic surgeons, at www.thebodydoc.com.