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ABOVE OR UNDER THE MUSCLE?

Why not in between.....

Split Muscle Breast Augmentation

The split pectoral muscle technique Learnt in Los Angeles, Dr Kremer perfected this groundbreaking technique at his clinic in Munich. Traditionally implants are either placed on top of the chest muscle(supra pectoral) or underneath (sub pectoral); this new procedure sees the muscle split just wide enough to cover the top part of the round implant leaving the lower part lying on top of the muscle yet still under the skin and breast tissue. The outline of the implant is hidden under muscle whilst the fullness in the lower part is accentuated. The success of this procedure relies a great deal on the skill of the surgeon as accurate placement of the cut is vital to the overall result, avoiding breasts that are too close together or too wide apart.

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Split Muscle Technique By Dr. Kremer

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Macrolane Breast Augmentation          See Also Breast Implant Surgery

For many years women and men alike have been using esthetic treatments to counter the signs of ageing and replace lost volume in the face. Now there's a non-surgical body shaping treatment that can naturally regenerate body contours.

Macrolane is an innovative product currently indicated for volume restoration and shaping of body surfaces, for example, breasts, calves and buttocks. Macrolane can also even out irregularities in the skin surface, for example those caused by liposuction.

Macrolane is an injectable gel based on Q-Med's patented technology, NASHA™, for the production of stabilised non-animal hyaluronic acid.

Macrolane - Gracefully shapes your body.

"Actual Macrolane Patient"

Treatments with Macrolane Breast Augmentation

Macrolane - the first body shaping product using hyaluronic acid. During the treatment, Macrolane gel is injected with a special needle deep under the skin to add volume and support, leaving no unsightly scars. The treatment can be done under local anaesthetic. After a treatment with Macrolane

you can see the results instantly and you can return to your normal daily routine shortly after the treatment. However, some common injection-related reactions might occur including redness, swelling, tenderness, pain, bruising or itching. Reactions normally resolve spontaneously within a few weeks. During the first week after the treatment you should avoid strenuous exercise or any activity that could put pressure on the treatment area. You should also avoid exposing the treated area to intense heat or cold. Macrolane VRF is available in two formulations that can be injected seperately or in combination to ensure full correction and smoothness of the skin surface. The formulation and volume of Macrolane used (either VRF 20 or VRF 30) will be dependant on the individual and treatment area. To discover the most common areas of treatment, click here. Our plastic surgeons will advise you at your consultation of the most appropriate treatment procedure.

Anatomy of Breast

Before and After Photos of Macrolane Breast Augmentation

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Benefits of Macrolane Breast Augmentation Or Implant

Treatment Indications

Macrolane VRF is CE approved in EU for volume restoration and contouring of body surfaces. The most common areas for which Macrolane is currently being used include;
Cosmetic Surgery Breasts Concavities caused by liposuction Calves Buttock shaping Male Chest Shaping (Pecs) Trauma and surgical scars Male Chest Body Depressions Reconstructive

Macrolane for Breast Shaping

Treatments for Men

For men, Macrolane VRF provides a range of treatments to enhance and shape the body giving a natural look. As treatment is minimally invasive and downtime minimal too, treatment with Macrolane is the first generation in body aesthetics. Following are the most common indications of interest for Macrolane treatments to men;    Cosmetic Surgery Male Chest (Pecs) Post Liposuction Concavities Buttock Shaping Male Enhancement, Calves Shaping

FAQ's

What is Macrolane™?
Macrolane - the first body shaping treatment using hyaluronic acid. It is based on Q-Med's unique patented NASHA™ technology (Stabilised Non-Animal Hyaluronic Acid) which has been used in over 9 million treatments in over 70 countries worldwide. Use of NASHA has been clinically proven and well documented in facial aesthetics for over 10 years.

What is NASHA™?
Stabilised, Non-Animal Hyaluronic acid (NASHA) is unique to Q-Med, manufacturers of Macrolane. Naturally occurring hyaluronic acid (HA) undergoes a process where less than one percent is stabilised to form a permanent three-dimensional HA network without damaging the original chemical structure. This means that the body recognises the gel as its own. As a result the NASHA gel that carries minimal risk of allergic reaction or transmission of infectious substances and enables a longer durability.

What are the benefits of Macrolane to patients?
Market research has shown there to be a significant number of women who would like to adjust the shape of their body in a natural, non-permanent way that does not involve the use of implants or body fat in a major surgical procedure. Many women are also very hesitant about undergoing general anaesthesia or being left with a scar. With Macrolane, the procedure is short and requires only local anaesthetic resulting in minimal downtime and time away from work or day to day activities. .

What are the treatment indications for Macrolane?
Macrolane is an innovative product currently indicated for volume restoration and shaping of body surfaces, for example, breast shaping, the calves and buttocks. Macrolane can also even out discrepancies in the skin surface, for example, those caused by liposuction. Macrolane can also used to improve the appearance of deep, disfiguring surgical scars.

Can Macrolane VRF be used for breast shaping?
Yes, Macrolane is licensed for breast shaping. Many physicians see advantages of using Macrolane for breast shaping as opposed to more invasive techniques.

Macrolane for breast shaping is suitable for women whom have asymmetry, loss of volume as a result of breast feeding or weight loss, or under-developed breasts. Macrolane is particularly suited for women wishing to increase by a cup size and seeking increased shape as opposed to breast augmentation. Macrolane enables physicians to sculpt the breast to provide a very natural breast enhancement.

Can Macrolane be used for facial aesthetic treatments?
No, Macrolane is a specifically formulated NASHA gel that gives increased volume. as a result it should only be used for volume restoration and shaping of body surfaces.

Can Macrolane cause breast cancer?
No, there has been no causal link found between Macrolane, which is composed of hyaluronic acid, a natural substance already found in the body, and cancer.

Will Macrolane interfere with the reading of mammograms to detect breast cancer or other breast defects?
Patient safety is a priority for Q-Med and the company has carried out clinical trials into the use of Macrolane for women undergoing mammography following breast shaping. Results of these clinical investigations show that Macrolane does not interfere with mammograms or obstruct the detection of breast defects.1

Can Macrolane be used in reconstructive surgery?
Macrolane does have potential for use in reconstruction in breast cancer patients post lumpectomy, as a stand alone treatment or in conjunction with other reconstructive procedures because of its moulding and shaping qualities. It is recommended that this special group of patients discuss all the treatment options with their breast reconstructive surgeon.

Is Macrolane safe?
No product can be said to be 100 per cent safe. However, Q-Med values patient safety above all else and has carried clinical trials on Macrolane to make it as safe and effective as possible. Q-Med will continue to carry out clinical trials on Macrolane as part of its ongoing commitment to research and development.

How is the Macrolane treatment performed?
General anaesthesia is not required and the procedure can be carried out in a clean environment similar to minor surgery.

How long does Macrolane last?
Macrolane is intended to last for 12-18 months. Each individual treatment programme will include a yearly top-up as required to maintain optimal treatment results.

1 Breast Augmentation with Stabilised Hyaluronic Acid Gel of Non Animal Origin: Visualisation of Tissue Behind the Implants - Mangnus Tengvar, Per Heden, Michael Olenius (Poster presented at IMCAS January 2008)