Implanting breast prosthetics beneath the chest muscle: Weighing the advantages and disadvantages
In the realm of breast implant surgery, one technique that has gained prominence is the Dual-Plane method. This approach, practiced by the renowned board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rajat Gupta, involves placing the upper part of the implant beneath the pectoral muscle, while the lower part resides under the breast tissue.
The Dual-Plane technique offers several advantages. For instance, it creates a more natural and harmonious breast appearance, with a natural slope on the upper breast and fullness on the lower breast, enhancing overall breast shape. Additionally, the pectoral muscle covering the upper implant portion reduces visible rippling, creasing, or waves, compared to implants placed fully under breast tissue.
This method also helps correct sagging and asymmetries, making it an ideal choice for women seeking to improve their breast contour. Furthermore, it is suggested that lower rates of infection, capsular contracture, and implant rupture may occur compared to subglandular (under breast tissue only) placement.
However, the Dual-Plane technique is not without its disadvantages. For instance, when the pectoral muscle contracts during exercise, the implant and breast can move, flatten, or distort, a condition known as animation deformity. Another potential issue is insufficient support for the lower portion of smooth implants, leading to complications like implant malposition, bottoming out (implant dropping), and rippling, especially in very thin patients or with large implants.
In summary, the Dual-Plane technique balances the advantages of submuscular and subglandular placement to achieve natural-looking breasts with improved implant coverage. However, it may cause animation deformity and has limitations in lower pole support for smooth implants, which can lead to certain complications.
It is important to note that the patient's condition and tissue characteristics may make it either imperative to place the implants only behind the muscle or make the patient not a viable candidate for the Dual-Plane technique. Moreover, it may take almost twice as long to see the results, requiring a higher degree of caution after the recommended "no exercise" period.
Dr. Rajat Gupta, a board-certified plastic surgeon with 15 years of experience, is an expert in this technique. He has pioneered cosmetic surgery in India and completed his training from Maulana Azad Medical College. Dr. Gupta takes time to understand the patient, their needs, and their case history, charting out the roadmap for the procedure while keeping the patient involved.
To book an appointment with Dr. Rajat Gupta, call 91-9251711711 or email [contact@our website](mailto:contact@our website). His contact information is readily available for scheduling appointments.
The Dual-Plane technique, practiced by Dr. Rajat Gupta, offers women a more natural breast appearance, addressing aesthetic concerns and improving breast shape. However, it may cause movement and distortion during exercise (animation deformity) or insufficient support for smooth implants, potentially leading to complications like implant malposition and bottoming out. Dr. Gupta, a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience, specializes in this technique and considers the patient's medical-conditions and tissue characteristics before recommending breast implant placement. To consult with Dr. Gupta regarding health-and-wellness, women's health, and breast-cancer concerns, one can contact him at 91-9251711711 or email contact@our website.
