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Bicep and Tricep Implants -The Right Choice for You?
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While athletes and fitness enthusiasts can achieve a buff and athletic figure with a healthy diet and exercise, it may not be easy to gain lean muscle mass in certain areas. The biceps and tricep muscles can be particularly challenging for some people to develop, and without enough muscle mass, the individual may be left with an unbalanced figure; muscle augmentation is one way to achieve a more balanced look.
Are You a Good Candidate for Muscle Implants?
Bicep and tricep implants are designed to accentuate the muscles by increasing lean tissue volume for a ‘fuller’ appearance. The procedure can be performed on both men and women who want shapelier and toned upper arms, and may be especially valuable for those who have experienced an injury or disease that has resulted in significant muscle loss.
How Bicep and Tricep Implants Are Performed
Bicep and tricep implants involve the insertion of a small silicone implant directly above and below the patient’s natural muscles. The implants are cut to fit the patient’s natural measurements, and are inserted after a small incision is made right next to the existing muscle. The implants typically take a few days to adapt to the skin tissues, but most people can resume regular activities and weight lifting within 1-2 weeks. The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, but some surgeons may decide to use general anesthesia depending on the patient’s needs.
A patient may choose to get only bicep or tricep implants, or both; the goal of the procedure is to make the results look as natural as possible, and to avoid inserting oversized implants that do not complement the patient’s figure and proportions.
Drawbacks of Bicep and Tricep Implants
Muscle implants are a relatively new procedure, and only a few skilled surgeons have the experience needed to perform this type of surgery correctly. Some of the most significant downsides of bicep and tricep implants is that the implants may shift when too much stress is placed on the muscles underneath; if the implant pocket was not cut deep enough, the implant may simply move out of place and end up embedded in the surrounding skin tissues. This can be especially damaging for those who regularly lift weights or work at a job that involves continuous arm extensions and contractions.
Other potential side effects of these implants include: asymmetry, nerve damage, extensive scarring, and bleeding at the incision site. Making sure the physician has a significant amount of experience in performing this procedure may reduce some of these risks.
Cost of Bicep and Tricep Implant Surgery
Bicep and tricep implants can be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, and the national average ranges between $5,000 and $9,000. Some doctors may offer their won payment plans to help manage the cost of surgery, but patient financing is another option for those who prefer not to pay cash upfront.
Learn more about plastic surgery procedures in our information guide, or consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to find out if you are a good candidate for bicep and tricep implants.
Published: 01/09/2009, Last Updated: 01/09/2009
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