Breast implants, particularly saline-filled implants, can in some patients be seen through the overlying skin and breast tissue. Especially with changes in position, such as leaning forward lying on one’s side, this may be more pronounced. This is more likely to occur under the following conditions:
1. Saline (vs. silicone gel) implants
2. Subglandular (vs. subpectoral) placement of the implant
3. Women with very small pre-operative cup sizes (A or AA)
4. When textured surface implants are used
5. When larger volume implants are used
6. In body builders who often have a low percentage of body fat
The best treatment for visible rippling is to reduce the probability of it occurring by avoiding election of any of the aforementioned options when deciding to undergo the procedure in the beginning. Once it occurs, the treatment involves replacing the implant with a more favorable prosthesis for the patient, and often revising location as well if possible. The specific treatment for any given patient will be developed and discussed by your plastic surgeon during the consultation.
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