Placing the implants under the muscle provides the most natural-looking results for most patients. Each option has it's own advantages, which include:
Subglandular: This is a suitable choice for those who already have adequate breast tissue. Patients who have subglandular placement generally experience less discomfort during recovery than patients who have submuscular implants.
Submuscular: There are several benefits to placing the implants behind the chest muscle:
Implants are well concealed, so there's less chance of visible rippling.
The results typically look more natural with a smoother transition from the chest to the breast mound.
The muscle offers more long-term support for the implants and decreases the chances of implants sagging.
There is a lower risk of capsular contracture, a complication that occurs when scar tissue hardens around the implant.
Mammograms may be easier to read accurately.