What Are Shoulder Implants?

Shoulder implant surgery, also known as deltoid augmentation, consists of increasing the muscle mass of the shoulder area. This procedure aims to make the delt muscle bulkier using a silicone implant. Shoulder implant surgery can also be used for men whose deltoid has been damaged by trauma or injury. The implant size that men can get depends on their desired results. Dr. Steinbrech and his staff specialize in body implants for men. The Male Plastic Surgery team will assist you in deciding which shape and size shoulder implant is right for you. Male Shoulder Implants are for men seeking a more defined and muscular shoulder; this is a good option. Deltoid augmentation is also used to correct congenital defects and reverse trauma.

How Is Shoulder Implant Surgery Performed?

Each shoulder implant inserted into the body is made of solid silicone. There are two types of silicone: solid and liquid. Solid silicones are used more frequently for men. Each solid silicone implant is also very soft, providing comfort and ease to the body.

Before shoulder implant surgery, Dr. Steinbrech customizes the implant based on the patient’s goal. Before inserting the implant, the doctor makes incisions into the deltoid muscle area. A pocket must be created under this muscle layer to place the implants inside. After the silicone shoulder implants are correctly placed, the doctor closes the incisions with sutures, requiring some time to heal completely.

Who Is A Good Candidate For Surgery?

While some men genetically tend to have greater deltoid muscle mass, resulting in them having muscular and defined shoulders, many men do not. However, this safe and hassle-free surgery allows men to get their desired type of shoulders. Therefore, anyone who wants to develop some muscle and definition, especially in their shoulder area, without intensive workouts in the gym makes a good candidate for this procedure. In addition, men who want to correct the appearance of their shoulders, which could’ve become deformed due to accidents, injury, or even as a side effect of other surgeries, can get a shoulder implant.

Recovery Time

The recovery process of a shoulder implant can be a bit lengthy. Male patients may take up to a month to get used to the newly placed shoulder implant. During this healing time, patients might experience some difficulty when moving or raising their arms. However, all pain and discomfort should go away within a month. The silicone implant becomes more adjusted to the existing muscles of your deltoids over time. Patients can return to normal activities and even physically strenuous activities such as working out within a few weeks to a month. So, as long as patients follow the doctor’s instructions after the surgery and take good care of their shoulders and themselves, the recovery process will also become simple and fast.

Shoulder Implant Consultation

Dr. Steinbrech will adjust implants according to your desired size. It is essential to consult with a doctor before doing anything else. For more information, book your consultation today using the contact form on the right of this page. Dr. Steinbrech is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Book your consult with us in New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles today.