My PS said that my pockets expanded from lifting weights and that my implant is rubbing against an exposed nerve causing me a lot of pain. I want them gone but almost everyone in my life is totally unsupportive. I'm terrified because I have ZERO breast tissue left so I'm so worried I will just be all loose skin
Answer: Breast implant removal I'm sorry that you are having issues and that you do not have support from your family and friends. You must do what is right for you in order to address the pain you are experiencing. You can choose to have the implants removed, see how your breasts appear after they are healed, and then decide if further action is needed.
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Answer: Breast implant removal I'm sorry that you are having issues and that you do not have support from your family and friends. You must do what is right for you in order to address the pain you are experiencing. You can choose to have the implants removed, see how your breasts appear after they are healed, and then decide if further action is needed.
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October 7, 2017
Answer: Concerns about breast implant removal... I'm sorry to hear about the problems (both physical and psychosocially) you are experiencing. Generally speaking, what your breasts will look like after explantation depends on several factors such as: the quality of skin elasticity (the better the elasticity the better the skin will bounce back), the size of the implants used (the larger the implant the more trouble you may have with redundant skin), and the amount of breast tissue present at this time (which may have changed since the time of your breast augmentation). Life experience since your breast augmentation procedure, such as pregnancy or weight gain weight loss, will potentially influence the factors discussed above. If you take these factors into consideration and apply them to your specific circumstances you may get a good idea of what to expect after the implants are removed. Patience is definitely indicated after removal of breast implants; it will take many months/year for the skin to “bounce back” and for you to see the final appearance of the breasts. I hope this helps. Best wishes.
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October 7, 2017
Answer: Concerns about breast implant removal... I'm sorry to hear about the problems (both physical and psychosocially) you are experiencing. Generally speaking, what your breasts will look like after explantation depends on several factors such as: the quality of skin elasticity (the better the elasticity the better the skin will bounce back), the size of the implants used (the larger the implant the more trouble you may have with redundant skin), and the amount of breast tissue present at this time (which may have changed since the time of your breast augmentation). Life experience since your breast augmentation procedure, such as pregnancy or weight gain weight loss, will potentially influence the factors discussed above. If you take these factors into consideration and apply them to your specific circumstances you may get a good idea of what to expect after the implants are removed. Patience is definitely indicated after removal of breast implants; it will take many months/year for the skin to “bounce back” and for you to see the final appearance of the breasts. I hope this helps. Best wishes.
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October 7, 2017
Answer: Explant I'm sorry to hear that your loved ones are not being supportive. This is your decision and your decision only so if they don't like that, then to bed. Whether or not you will be happy with the explant result really depends upon your particular case, your breast tissue, the size of the implants, etc. It can only be determined with a long and thoughtful consultation with a plastic surgeonBest of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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October 7, 2017
Answer: Explant I'm sorry to hear that your loved ones are not being supportive. This is your decision and your decision only so if they don't like that, then to bed. Whether or not you will be happy with the explant result really depends upon your particular case, your breast tissue, the size of the implants, etc. It can only be determined with a long and thoughtful consultation with a plastic surgeonBest of luck! Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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October 6, 2017
Answer: Breast implant removal hello ashleyfelice Sorry about what you are going through,You may not be satisfied with the appearance of your breasts. Incorrect implant size, inappropriate scar location or appearance, and misplacement of implants may interfere with a satisfactory appearance. Asymmetry (unequal breast size or shape) may occur. The implanted breast may sag or droop (ptosis) over time, much like a natural breast. The explanted breast may droop or be distorted in shape. #options #pre-op
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October 6, 2017
Answer: Breast implant removal hello ashleyfelice Sorry about what you are going through,You may not be satisfied with the appearance of your breasts. Incorrect implant size, inappropriate scar location or appearance, and misplacement of implants may interfere with a satisfactory appearance. Asymmetry (unequal breast size or shape) may occur. The implanted breast may sag or droop (ptosis) over time, much like a natural breast. The explanted breast may droop or be distorted in shape. #options #pre-op
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October 6, 2017
Answer: Breast Implant Removal It is unfortunate that you are not getting the support that you are looking for. Ultimately it really comes down to what you want and how you feel. The friends and family will eventually come around and support you.Difficult to say how much if any loose skin you would have. It depends on the quality of your skin, how big the implants are and how long you have had the implants for.I would recommend being evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon that has experience in breast revision surgery.Hope that helps.
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October 6, 2017
Answer: Breast Implant Removal It is unfortunate that you are not getting the support that you are looking for. Ultimately it really comes down to what you want and how you feel. The friends and family will eventually come around and support you.Difficult to say how much if any loose skin you would have. It depends on the quality of your skin, how big the implants are and how long you have had the implants for.I would recommend being evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon that has experience in breast revision surgery.Hope that helps.
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