When considering breast augmentation, many patients focus on choosing between saline and silicone implants. However, one of the most important — and often overlooked — decisions is implant placement, which can significantly impact your final results, recovery, and risk of complications.
At Modern Surgical Arts of Denver, Dr. Kamran Dastoury recommends dual-plane breast implant placement for its ability to produce more natural-looking results and a smoother recovery. Here’s what you should know about this advanced technique and why it may be the ideal option for your breast augmentation journey.
Submuscular vs. Subglandular Placement: The Basics
Before diving into the dual-plane technique, it’s important to understand the two traditional implant placement options:
- Submuscular placement: The implant is placed beneath the pectoralis major muscle (the chest muscle).
- Subglandular placement: The implant is placed above the muscle but beneath the breast tissue.
Each method comes with its own benefits. Submuscular placement tends to offer a more natural appearance and lowers the risk of visible implant edges, especially in women with less breast tissue. Subglandular placement, on the other hand, can result in a quicker recovery and less initial discomfort.
What Is Dual-Plane Breast Implant Placement?
Dual-plane placement blends the advantages of both traditional techniques. With this approach, the upper portion of the implant is placed underneath the chest muscle, while the lower portion rests under the breast tissue. This partial submuscular placement offers a balance between aesthetic outcome and surgical recovery.
Though it’s more technically advanced, dual-plane placement — when performed by a skilled cosmetic surgeon like Dr. Dastoury — can deliver exceptional results.
Why Choose Dual-Plane Placement?
Each traditional technique has its trade-offs:
- Subglandular placement offers faster healing but can lead to visible implant edges or rippling, especially in patients with little natural breast tissue. It also carries a higher risk of capsular contracture (tightening of scar tissue around the implant).
- Submuscular placement creates a more natural slope and feel, but may lead to animation deformity — visible implant movement when flexing the chest muscles — and typically involves a longer recovery.
Dual-plane placement offers the best of both:
- More natural appearance: Especially for women with thinner tissue, this method provides better implant coverage and reduces visible rippling.
- Minimized animation deformity: Because the lower portion of the implant isn’t covered by muscle, there’s less distortion during chest movement.
- Improved recovery: By partially preserving the muscle, healing time may be shorter compared to full submuscular placement.
- Balanced aesthetic: If you’re looking for a natural contour without excessive upper pole fullness, dual-plane placement offers a more refined result.
For women who are undecided between the two traditional options, the dual-plane approach offers a versatile, customizable solution with fewer compromises.
Breast Augmentation in Denver, CO
Dr. Kamran Dastoury specializes in dual-plane breast augmentation and is committed to helping you achieve natural, personalized results. During your consultation at Modern Surgical Arts of Denver, you’ll explore your implant options, learn more about the recovery process, and discuss how this technique can support your goals.
To schedule your private consultation, contact our Highlands Ranch office by phone or complete our easy online form today.