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Breast Revision - Implant Exchange - Canada
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I'm 7 weeks away from getting a breast revision,...
LACY_XOOctober 3, 2013
WORTH IT
I'm 7 weeks away from getting a breast revision, which puts me at just over a year from my initial breast augmentation. I knew fairly early on ( about 4 months) that I was experiencing a complication, however I thought the issue was with my right breast. Prior to my augmentation I had slight asymmetry, and everything seemed to be settling great at 6 weeks, but as time passed my results worsened. At my 6 month checkup my PS wanted to give things a bit more time, as I was under the impression my right implant was not dropping. It turned out, the right settled just fine, and the left had actually migrated downwards past the inframammary fold. Now I'm at approximately 11 months and am scheduled to be getting a revision. The procedure is classified as an implant exchange, because I currently have textured implants, and part of the complication occurred as the left did not adhere as expected. Unlike my initial BA, which I was actually very excited for, I'm quite nervous going into the revision. I'm very anxious to see what the results will look like, and I'm really really hoping I don't have another complication.
I've included some photos starting at 5 months, when I started expressing concern to my PS. You can notice a slight crease in the left due to the implant dropping...
As you can see... there has really been no progress up to 9 months, which is what assured me a revision is necessary.
For those interested. My initial BA cost me $10,000.
My Stats:
Age: 25
Height: 5'2
Weight: 118lbs
Pre Op: 34B
Initial BA:
350cc Anatomical Textured Silicone Implants
Under the Muscle
Post Op: 32DD
2nd BA (Revision)
435cc Smooth Round Silicone Implants
Under the Muscle
Post Op: ???
I've included some photos starting at 5 months, when I started expressing concern to my PS. You can notice a slight crease in the left due to the implant dropping...
As you can see... there has really been no progress up to 9 months, which is what assured me a revision is necessary.
For those interested. My initial BA cost me $10,000.
My Stats:
Age: 25
Height: 5'2
Weight: 118lbs
Pre Op: 34B
Initial BA:
350cc Anatomical Textured Silicone Implants
Under the Muscle
Post Op: 32DD
2nd BA (Revision)
435cc Smooth Round Silicone Implants
Under the Muscle
Post Op: ???
UPDATED FROM LACY_XO
1 month pre
October 3, 2013
LACY_XOOctober 4, 2013
Just thought I would add some additional info I forgot yesterday. My original implants were full height, moderate projection. My new implants will be full projection, with "responsive gel" (silicone). Apparently this is a softer cohesive gel, that will form a tear drop shape when upright. My PS may also be lowering my right fold... which I'm not sure how I feel about anymore. I'll speak with my PS prior to going into surgery, and plan on expressing my concerns.... then let him proceed with what he feels best. There's very conflicting opinions about lowering the fold I find, and the last thing I want is more complications. Surgery date November 21st, 2013! Let the countdown begin...
Replies (6)

October 6, 2013
Best of luck on your upcoming revision. I look forward to following your story.
October 6, 2013
Thanks! I have mixed feelings going into revision surgery. I guess I didn't think I'd have a complication so soon after my initial BA. Hoping 2nd times a charm! Appreciate the support.

October 6, 2013
Good luck with your upcoming surgery , please keep us posted on your post op recovery. One of the surgeons I consulted about my capsular contracture was in Toronto but then decided to go back to the original PS who had done my surgery.
October 6, 2013
I never consulted with another PS for my revision, as my PS was very encouraging and I know has the credentials to do good work. I think there's benefit going to your original PS for a revision, especially if it's required soon after your previous BA. I plan on making weekly updates prior to surgery, since I seem to be glued to this site! Post op I'll probably update every couple days. Thanks for the well wishes :)
October 7, 2013
Good luck and keep me posted please.I am going smaller too.Thanks
October 22, 2013
Thanks! I'm actually going a little bigger (technically) but am switching to a completely different type of implant. I don't imagine my size will change noticeably. My main hope is just for a nice result :)
UPDATED FROM LACY_XO
1 month pre
Less Than 6 Weeks Away...
LACY_XOOctober 14, 2013
Since I've been doing more and more research about lowering the fold, I'm getting increasingly nervous going into my revision. I really want to minimize any risk of further complication. I think I'm going to ask my surgeon to repair my left side instead. I'm really worried about getting a double bubble. I wish i had the excitement from my initial BA, going into this revision.... Funny how a complication changes things...
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October 15, 2013
I feel for you and the decisions you are facing. You are so right. revisions are not filled with excitement like a first time BA. Could luck with your next consultation.
October 15, 2013
Are u using the same p.s ?
October 22, 2013
Yes I'm using the same PS. Hoping for better results a second time around. Fingers crossed!
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