Breast Implant Revision: Q&A
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Is Pocket Revision Always Necessary?
I'm 5'2 105lbs was 32C prior and recently had a BA. My surgeon chose to use 400cc(R) and 425cc(L). In 12wks (I am 3wks out), I would like to downsize to 250/275, same mod+ profile. My surgeon says I won't need a pocket revision since my skin is so tight and my pecs were tight too (I work out alot). I consulted another PS for a 2nd opinion and was told no matter what if someone downsizes by more than 100cc a pocket revision is ALWAYS necessary. Both surgeons are Board Certified!
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Miami4877
in Miami, FL
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Breast Implant Exchange
Never say never or always. It depends on the situation. When the plastic surgeon gets into the case and sees what your pocket looks like, then he/she will decide. Usually we exchange implants for a larger size. If the implant is getting smaller then the skin may need to be adjusted or lifted.
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Is Pocket Revision Always Necessary?
No, pocket revision is not always necessary. You do not post photos, so it is impossible for me to comment on your specific case though. If your implants are behind the muscle, and have a good position now ( not too high or too low) and the diameter of your new implant will be the same or nearly the same, you will not need a pocket revision.
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Pocket revision with breast augmentation
Pocket position does not have to be modified everytime you have breast augmentation surgery. Breast pocket modification is necessary if there are contouring issues, thinned out tissues, h/o of breast infection, etc.
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Downsizing
When downsizing with implants, sometimes it is necessary to make the pocket smaller...but not always. It really depends upon the size of the original pocket, and the dimensions( especialy the base diameter) of the new implants.
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Pocket revision
This is a very difficult question to answer without being able to examine you. The 400/425 CC implants are large for your frame. Were they put in as an attempt to overcome ptosis(droop), or did you indicate a desire to be large? At 3 weeks out, you are still swollen. At 4 months out(when you are considering the revision) the swelling will have resolved and you may be satisfied with the result. Let things heal first. You may find that if you do...
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