By far the best way to insert a breast implant is under the chest (pectoral) muscle. This technique gives a more natural look and makes it easier to breast feed after surgery if a patient desires to do so. The risk of capsular contracture (scar tissue) is also lower when implants are placed under the muscle compared to over the muscle. The interpretation of mammograms is more difficult when implants are on top of the chest muscle, yet another reason to avoid this location.
With Regards to Breast implants, is it better to go under the pectoral muscle or over the pectoral muscle?
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Dr. Bruno of William Bruno Plastic Surgery offers Beverly Hills and West Hollywood patients excellent care and personalized treatment experiences. He specializes in procedures of the body, face, buttocks, and breasts, and his unique understanding of the human body, combined with his skillful artistry, provides patients with beautiful, natural-looking results every time.
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