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Why Did my Breast Implant Drop and Become Exposed Through my Skin?

A few days after surgery my left breast developed an infection which was subsequently removed and replaced after a three month period. Approx. one year later my right breast developed capsular contraction, dropped and became exposed through my skin. Another plastic surgeon removed this implant as it was an emergency. I can't believe this happened to me, I was a fit and healthy 26yr old.

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by pleaseadvise in Perth, WA
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Breast Implant Complications

It is very difficult to say why you have experienced these complications. There are many factors involved when performing breast surgery. A big factor is also the patient and how her body heal, the amount of surgery done in one session, the quality of the overlying skin/ and subcutaneous tissues, technique used, use of nicotine etc. When a patient has breast implant surgery, they should understand that they will most likely need a few surgeries in their lifetime in addition... more
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Breast implant complications

Unfortunately, you have suffered through two different breast implant related complications. Luckily, another plastic surgeon was available to help you in your time of need and remove the exposed implant. These problems you have experienced are quite rare. There are a variety of factors that may be involved including your body's healing properties, medical history, social habits, post-operative care, surgical techniques; without specifics of your case there is no way to... more

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