Breast Implant Removal: Stories
Write a ReviewBlotched? Implant Removal with Capsulectomy & Breast Lift - BC, Canada
- Victoria3531
- posted 1 year ago
- Worth It
- Cost: $7,300
- BC
I was uncomfortable for about 2 years with bakers...
- 27 Nov 2011
I was uncomfortable for about 2 years with bakers IV capsular contracture (the worst kind). I originally got silicone implants in 1983; replaced these for saline in 1998 with the silicone scare and capsule formation. In general I liked having implants but was forced to have removal due to capsules. The Dr suggested a lift too.
I am 11 weeks post op now. I have been kind of horrified at the shape of my breasts. I thought a lift would give me small but well shaped girls. There is a tight, band looking shape below the nipples. Any fullness is above the nipple line. I need to decide wether to implant again or not. I don't mind small but I don't want misshapen. PS I am 55.
My Doctor: name not provided
My rating:
I have had a one short session with the PS post op. I have had a number of concerns which the staff /RNs look after. They are terrible as they belittle my concerns such as increased pain around 5 weeks post op- they said that is impossible if the incisions are healing well. They don't recommend breast massage except of the incisions to break down scar tissue- try massaging new incisions! On the net I learnt that massage is considered helpful. They won't let me see the doctor. ASK lots of questions before you choose a PS- Find out if the staff is competent! The doctor seemed fine in person- but do I have a botched job? They were happy to take my $$ but I didn't get service!
I feel better now than I have in years. I have accepted my breast for they way they are now, but I know that come January I wll start the system and I am excited about it. Not sure if there is anyone where you live that has trained with the founding ps on this process. Take a look at this website. It not my ps site - it is the site for the ps that founded the Brava system..www.miamibreastcenter.com. Every pic on the site is done with the patients own body fat.
By the way I am in the market for some cute bras, you said you found calvin kline that work good. What type are they.
Let me know what you think of the pics on the site.
I see that you already posted a question. Try posting again with a photo or two. That should help the doctors be able to give you good answers...
Thanks so much for posting your story! I'm sorry you didn't have a better experience with your implant removal. :( I see what you mean about the band, too.
You might want to post a question in RealSelf's doctor q&a community to get some input. Especially if you would consider further revision.