Hi, I'm getting a breast implant revision next month just to go a bit larger. Switching from saline to silicone. Anyways, my question is can I keep my old implants and take them home with me lol. They've been with me for 5 yrs and I kinda want to keep them as memorabilia. Am I the only one to ever ask this question ??
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February 23, 2020
Answer: What Is Done With The Original Implant After Breast Implant Revision?
Hi there-
Depending on the details of your operation (please review with your surgeon), it may be possible to add saline to your implants- but this can NOT be done through the skin.
Please visit with your surgeon to review the recommendations and alternatives.
Hi there-
I wouldn't worry about overfilling your expanders, as they have a large capacity for tolerance of this, and in fact it is often necessary in order to achieve adequate skin recruitment.
I would talk to your surgeon again about your pain...
Elective cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance, it is pre-pay, out of pocket. So, if a second or revision surgery is necessary, WHO PAYS? Great question, but not such a great answer. IT VARIES!
It varies from office to office, doctor to doctor, patient to...