How Does Breast Implant Rippling Occur?

    ST. PETERSBURG, FL, November 22, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- One of the most common aesthetic imperfections following breast augmentation is implant rippling. In many instances, ripping is not noticeable to the naked eye, but may be detectable through touch. If rippling has become an issue for you, implant revision surgery may be your best option.

Rippling is more common with saline implants, particularly if they were under-filled. However, rippling may also be caused by:
- Small natural breast size
- Too little natural breast tissue
- Thin skin
- Overly large breast implants

Avoiding Breast Implant Rippling
It is not always possible to avoid breast implant rippling, but there are steps you can take to reduce your risks. For starters, make sure you are working with a plastic surgeon that is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. While board-certification is not a guarantee against rippling, it is a good indication of experience and typically suggests a better ability to produce pleasing end results.

To help avoid rippling, your plastic surgeon should choose a breast implant size that is suitable for your frame. Silicone implants are much less likely to ripple, but if you choose saline, your plastic surgeon may over-fill your implants to reduce the risk of rippling.

Implants placed below the chest muscles may ripple, but the imperfection will be hidden. Placing implants below the chest muscle eliminates risks from contributing factors such as too little breast tissue and thin skin as well, often making this placement option ideal for women with smaller natural breasts.

Before your breast augmentation procedure, make sure you discuss all of your options with your plastic surgeon. He should be able to assess your frame and determine what steps are most likely to result in long-term satisfactory results.

To learn more aboutyour breast augmentation options in the areas of St. Petersburg, Tampa, or Clearwater, Florida, please visit the website of GayosoPlastic Surgery today at http://gayosoplasticsurgery.com.

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