Breast Implant Rippling: Why It Happens and What You Can Do About It

If you’ve noticed visible rippling or wrinkling on or around your breast implants, you’re not alone. Breast implant rippling affects many women, especially those with thinner skin or lower body fat.

While rippling is not typically dangerous, it can be frustrating and impact your confidence. The good news? There are effective solutions.

At board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jessica Belz’s San Antonio practice, patients receive compassionate, individualized care. Dr. Belz brings a unique feminine perspective and advanced training in aesthetic breast surgery to help women restore smooth, natural-looking results.

What Causes Breast Implant Rippling?

Rippling occurs when the implant’s folds or edges become visible through the skin. This is more common with saline implants, especially when placed above the muscle or in women with thin breast tissue. Other contributing factors include:

• Implant placement: Subglandular (above the muscle) placement increases visibility.
• Implant type: Saline implants tend to ripple more than silicone.
• Tissue coverage: Thinner skin or less natural breast tissue raises the chance of rippling.
• Implant size and fill: Underfilled saline implants or oversized implants can lead to wrinkling.

Can Rippling Be Prevented?

While not always avoidable, the risk of rippling can be lessened with careful planning and surgical technique. Choosing the appropriate implant type, size, and placement for your body is key. Dr. Belz’s experience with breast enhancement procedures ensures patients receive tailored recommendations to reduce complications like rippling.

Breast Implant Revision Surgery in San Antonio

If you’re dealing with rippling, breast implant revision surgery may be the answer. This procedure can involve:

• Switching to silicone implants for a more cohesive feel and appearance
• Placing implants under the muscle for better coverage
• Adding fat grafting to increase soft tissue thickness
• Correcting implant size or positioning issues

Every revision case is different. Dr. Belz uses her extensive training in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery to develop a plan for your unique concerns and goals.

Get Expert Help from Dr. Jessica Belz

You don’t have to live with breast implant rippling. Whether you’re unhappy with a past procedure or simply want to enhance your results, Dr. Belz offers thoughtful, patient-focused care in San Antonio, TX. Contact her office today at 210-497-7100 to schedule a private consultation and learn more about your options for breast implant revision surgery.