Breast Implant Procedure

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The surgery takes about 2 hours to complete. The space / pocket for the implant is made in any of the following locations -

1. Below the gland (sub glandular)
2. Below the muscle (sub muscular), or
3. Dual plane (where the upper half of the implant is below the muscle and lower half below the gland).

The decision to create a particular pocket in each case is made considering the type of implant and tissue characteristics of the breast..

The pocket is created with meticulous technique using fibreoptic special illuminating devices and magnification. The adequacy of the pocket is checked during the surgery using disposable sizers.

Small tubes to drain off the collecting fluid may be placed, which are removed in 24-48 hours.