What types of incisions can be used to place breast implants?
There are 3 types of incisions that are approved. The transaxillary incision is make in the armpit, and hides very well. The disadvantage is that sometimes it is noticeable when the arms are raised. Furthermore, if revision surgery is needed, it is very difficult to use the transaxillary incision again. Generally a periareolar or inframammary incision needs to be made for secondary surgery. The periareolar incision also hides very well, and is made at the bottom border of the areola (dark portion of the nipple complex). It can be reused for any subsequent surgery. The inframammary incision leaves a scar at the bottom of the breast, but in larger breasts, hides very well in the fold. This incision give the surgeon the greatest visualization during surgery, and like the periareolar incision, can be reused if needed.
