Inframammary surgery is used to increase the breast size. The incision can be hidden in the breastcrease. It is visible only if the breasts have been lifted or uncovered. It can easily be hidden under an average bikini top. It is compatible with pre-filled or large silicone breast implants.
Incision technique
The inframammary incision technique is one of the most popular breast augmentation procedures. This involves making a small incision on the breast and then inserting the breast implants. This method of breast enhancement is very safe. It doesn't affect the nipple and areola. It can be performed on breasts with large implants. This method is safe for breastfeeders.
The main advantage of the inframammary approach to incision is its ability reduce surgical time. The surgeon performs this procedure using a stab-shaped incision, about 3 mm long, to insert a small infiltration cannula. The surgeon then injects 150mL of tumescent solution through the incision. This will elevate the pocket, promote hemostasis and encourage blood flow.
Criteria for inclusion
The inframammary folding is a landmark in breast surgery. It is used to define ptosis and the inferior border of breast on the chest wall. Important consideration in order to avoid implant migrating is that the fold serves as inferior support for subpectoral or lateral implants. A fold is essential for aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.
To be considered for participation in this study, women must be at least 14 years old and have a complaint of excessive inframammary sweating. Patients under 18 years of age must be accompanied with a legal representative, who will sign the FITC. Not eligible are women who are pregnant or breastfeed. Patients should be informed that participation in the study is voluntary and does not involve any financial incentive.
There are risks
Inframammary surgeries can be dangerous. Lowering the inframammary fold can result in a double-bubble deformity where the breast tissue ends and the implant contour begins. This type deformity can lead you to many complications, including breast carcinoma.
Inframammary, or circumareolar, incisions are not nearly as effective as those at the periareolar. Inframammary incisions can cause sensory nerves at the lower pole of breasts to stretch or cut during inframammary procedures. In fact, inframammary incisions can lead to a higher rate of nipple necrosis, and they are less aesthetic than periareolar incisions.
Advantages
The most widely used type in plastic surgery is the inframammary. This is due to its simplicity and visibility. It can also be used to access the submuscular, pericardial, and subglandular levels. This type is also less invasive than other incisions and presents fewer risks including infection and hematoma development. The inframammary method is ideal for placing symmetry with minimal scarring.
However, there are some disadvantages to this type of breast enhancement. This method isn't as precise as other types of surgery and the implants may be placed too high or unevenly on the chest. The scars that are left behind may not be as concealable as one might think.
Modified approach
The inframammary folding is an incision which extends from the chest wall down to the underlying tissue. The inframammary folding is closed with multiple layers of absorbable stitches that extend to the medial, and lateral edges. The skin is then moved toward its center, where it will be reunited with the original Nipple-areolar structure. The wound is closed with smaller gauge sutures.
The incision is made along a line called the inframammary, which is far away from the flap's edge. Special devices can be used to harvest flap material in certain cases, such as an endoscopic instrument, a retractors equipped with a lighting system, or a retractors that have a lighting system.