This patient had 15 year old silicone breast implants that were placed under the muscle. She presented with pain (particularly on the right side) and many other symptoms consistent with BII.
Upon removal, her right implant was extremely contracted and had actually RUPTURED THROUGH THE SKIN! VIEW NOW
Getting my implants out was the best decision I ever made for me!
My younger self would be so proud! I had the best treatment from world-renowned Dr @davidrankinmd and his team. VIEW NOW
Should you lose weight before surgery?
Dr. Setty discusses a question that is often asked during consultation. Is weight loss necessary before surgery? VIEW NOW
How and when to check your breast implants
Dr. Setty discusses the importance of screening your silicone breast implants to monitor for a "silent leak". He discusses the use of ultrasound to help monitor your breast implants. VIEW NOW
Safety in the OR
Dr. Setty discusses the important criteria to look for when evaluating safety in the operating room. VIEW NOW
This sweet patient recently had breast explant surgery in my office. She had 40+ year old saline breast implants. She stated that she regretted getting implants almost immediately after her surgery.
She waited to undergo breast explant surgery because she was hesitant to deal with this remorseful surgery until now. She presented with extreme breast pain and grade IV capsular contracture. VIEW NOW
Are the breasts deformed when the implants are removed?
The breast deformity produced by implant removal is treated through the breast tissue rearrangement, emphasizing the cleavage area and the areolar proportion. This is BRALAN technique (Breast Reconstruction Anatomical Lift Augmentation). VIEW NOW
Capsular Contracture In Patients With Breast Implants
Breast capsules, over the years, behave differently, according to several factors. Capsular contracture is more common than one might expect. Although there are different degrees, all patients may present it due to different causes. VIEW NOW