Body Builders
Dr. David Kaufman and Dr. Christa Clark work with a number of athletes including body builders. When planning breast augmentation with this unique group of patients, the plastic surgeons know that among the most important aspects of surgery are the careful selection and placement of breast implants. Sacramento body builders can come to Kaufman & Clark Plastic Surgery with confidence that their special needs will be addressed.
Body builders often have little breast tissue to start with, and some have deflated breasts after childbearing. At the same time, they tend to have very well developed pectoralis muscles. When breast implants are placed below the muscle and the pectoralis muscle is flexed, the implants are "depressed" and look a bit funny. With repeated deformation, the implants can even migrate laterally (to the side).
For this group of patients, our goal is to strike the right balance between the desire for larger breasts and a natural appearance. Smaller implants placed above the muscle tend to be a good solution. The implants provide the desired volume, and being above the muscle tend to look a little bigger than they would if placed below the muscle. Click to read more about placement of implants and selecting the right implant.
Another consideration about post-op results - there typically isn't a lot of breast tissue to hide the breast implants. Sacramento women who are body builders find silicone implants are usually a better choice than saline to limit visible ripples. Not only that, with implants placed above the muscle most women find silicone implants feel softer and more natural than saline models.
In any case, Dr. Kaufman and Dr. Clark can show you pictures of women with a shape similar to yours so you can see possible results.
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If you're a body builder, there's every chance that one of our board certified plastic surgeons is the right surgeon for you. Dr. Kaufman and Dr. Clark focus on natural results as well as safety, and they both enjoy physical activity and have a deep appreciation for strong, healthy bodies. Why not request a consultation and meet with one of them soon?
Kaufman & Clark Plastic Surgery is in Folsom at 2220 East Bidwell Street. You can make an appointment online or call us at (916) 235-8838.
