Plastic Surgeon NJ – Over the Muscle Breast Augmentation
January 18, 2010 by admin
Filed under Breast Augmentation, Q & A
Dr. Anthony Lombardi, a renowned plastic surgeon in NJ and NY, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of over the muscle breast augmentation.
One of the most common questions that arise for patients considering breast augmentation is whether the implant should be placed over the muscle, or under.
There is no universal answer, as each patient and their desired results vary greatly. There are advantages, and what some would call disadvantages, for each, depending on your desired outcome. In this blog, I will discuss over the muscle implants.
Over the Muscle Breast Implants
Advantages of placing breast implants over the muscle include the achievement of a full and round look (considered to look less natural), less complex surgery, and in cases of sagging or drooping breasts (ptosis), an implant over the muscle can help lift the breast, substituting the need for a breast lift (mastopexy). Additional benefits may include less post-op discomfort and the ability to insert oversized implants.
Disadvantages of over the muscle breast implants may include a higher rate of movement of the implant, interference with mammograms, and slight visibility of the implants (rippling of the skin over the implant).
As with any surgical procedure, careful thought and consideration must be placed on your lifestyle, level of activity and aesthetic preferences. Be sure to thoroughly review all of your options with your plastic surgeon.
About Dr Anthony Lombardi
Dr. Lombardi, a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-New Jersey Medical School. He completed his General Surgery Residency locally, at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey and his Plastic Surgery Residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey–New Jersey Medical School.
Dr. Lombardi has been in practice in Monmouth County his entire career and is the founding surgeon of The Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery Center in Eatontown, New Jersey.
He is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Lombardi has received highly specialized training in all aspects of cosmetic surgery including Breast Augmentation, Facial Rejuvenation, and Body Contouring procedures. He is trained in the latest cutting edge techniques of cosmetic surgery including laser surgery, Botox, Restylane, and all of the newest facial fillers. In addition, Dr. Lombardi is the first plastic surgeon in Monmouth County to perform Thermage, or the non-surgical Facelift.
To learn more about Dr. Lombardi, visit http://www.doctorsofcosmeticsurgery.com/sub/dr-anthony-lombardi.jsp
