Transaxillary Incisions For Breast Implants in Beverly Hills, CA
Transaxillary incisions for breast implants are made in the armpits. Dr. Chiu uses this incision type to create a channel into the breast so that he can place your new implants. There are risks and benefits to transaxillary incisions, as is true of all incision types. Ultimately, determining whether or not transaxillary incisions are for you will depend on your preferences for breast augmentation, individual anatomy, and Dr. Chiu’s assessment.
The main advantage of transaxiallry incisions for breast implants are that there are no scars on the breasts. It allows easy access to the breasts through a channel created from the axilla, which makes the placement of breast implants above or below the pectoral muscles relatively easy. It is sometimes performed using an endoscope, a flexible tube with a camera that allows Dr. Chiu to visualize the breast pocket for implant insertion.
Some drawbacks of transaxillary incisions for breast implants include soreness when raising your arms, increased risk of loss of nipple sensation, and the possible creation of wider cleavage. It also results in longer recovery times in many patients.
To determine the best breast augmentation incision type for you, contact us to schedule a consultation with Dr. Chiu today. He can assess your situation and recommend the best breast augmentation technique for you.
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J
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Kelly
I would first like to thank all the staff at Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery®: Dr. Chiu, Chammy, Suzy, and Mallory. I appreciate everyone’s professionalism, accommodation, and kindness throughout my breast augmentation. I found Dr. Chiu through a Google search for top plastic surgeons in the area…
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