Pectoral Muscle Implant: Approach and Body Contour Procedure
The authors present their 4 year experience with the pectoral muscle implant for aesthetic purposes in 16 male patients. The significant enhancement of the chest contour achieved and the satisfying results obtained with no major complications makes this procedure an interesting advancement in male body contour surgery.
Many men find that they are unable to develop their pectoral muscles even with a regular exercise regime. They usually use diets rich in proteins, amino acids and vitamins and sometimes anabolic hormones to enhance their appearance. However, not everyone can afford the costs and the sacrifices required to improve the body image.
The pectoral muscle implant procedure is a body contour surgery for men who wish to improve the appearance of their chest wall. Although it is not as common as other body implant operations, more men are requesting and undergoing this operation.
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As a specialist in Plastic Surgery graduated in Brazil and France, where he worked with Pierre Fournier and Ives Yllouz, the creator of Liposuction, Dr. Luiz Haroldo became reference in abdominal plastic surgery, breast, buttock and calf silicone implantation, and gynecomastia. For his work, he has found international recognition and is being frequently invited to lectures about his procedures all over the world.