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Hidden-Incision Breast Augmentation Gains Popularity Among Southern California Patients
Coverage from July 2026 on why more patients ask whether breast implants can be placed without a scar on the breast, and what Dr. Raman Mehrzad tells them during consultation.
Published July 2, 2026
Ocean Plastic Surgery Center was featured in national coverage in July 2026 reporting growing interest in transaxillary breast augmentation among Southern California patients. This page summarizes the release and adds context for anyone weighing incision options.
The question patients now ask first
According to Dr. Raman Mehrzad, patients understand breast augmentation far better than they did a decade ago, and many specifically ask whether implants can be placed without leaving a scar on the breast. That question has become one of the most common openings in a consultation.
How the underarm approach works
Transaxillary breast augmentation places the incision inside the natural crease of the underarm. The implant is positioned through that access point, which keeps the scar off the breast mound itself. Patients commonly search for this as scarless breast augmentation, though every operation leaves a scar somewhere on the body.
Who tends to choose it
The practice reports particular interest from women with active lifestyles who would rather avoid a visible scar in swimwear, athletic apparel, or low-cut clothing. The same patients often prioritize modest, proportionate enhancement rather than a dramatic increase in size.
What actually determines the result
A hidden incision alone does not make a good outcome. Implant dimensions, tissue characteristics, chest wall anatomy, symmetry, and long-term proportion all matter, and the surgical plan should follow the patient’s anatomy rather than a single technique. Patients can review documented outcomes in the before and after gallery before deciding.
Booking a consultation
Ocean Plastic Surgery Center is located in Los Alamitos and treats patients from Orange County, Los Angeles, Long Beach, Newport Beach, and Irvine. To review whether the underarm approach suits your anatomy, request a consultation.