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Augmentation mammaplasty patient shown before surgery.
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An incision is made either underneath the breast just above the crease, around the lower edge of the areola (the pigmented area surrounding the nipple) or in the armpit.
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Cross section of the breast shows location of the implant, either in a pocket directly under the breast tissue or underneath the chest muscle.
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The postoperative patient with fuller breasts.
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