I went for a pre op appt today with the surgeon I had chosen for explant silicone unders that are 29 yrs old. At consultation I was told I did not need a lift and would have nice results. However, today at pre op appt I was ask to pay my balance. I was absolutely ready to do so. But I asked to see before and after pics of explant with no replacement before I shelled out any money. The RN said the doc had none. Only revision pics with replacment. Not even one of explant with capsulectomy
July 14, 2017
Answer: No Before /After Pictures Thank you for addressing the issue of B/A photographs. You should select your surgeon based on his professional credentials and how comfortable you are with his consultation and advice. In addition, your surgeon should only perform surgery at an accredited surgical facility with hospital admitting privileges. If the physician satisfied the above criteria, I would feel comfortable proceeding with surgery. B/A photographs are a useful tool in illustrating what a surgical result may look like. Showing B/A photographs requires the patient consent to the use of their photographs and not all clients agree to the use of their pictures. Patient privacy matters are protected by HIPPA -- a Federal Law. This is one of many reasons your surgeon may not be able to show B/As. In our practice, we consider it a distinct privilege to be able to use patient photographs and we only show a very limited number of photographs. Keep in mind, B/As do not guarantee results and most practices have an active disclaimer to this effect.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
July 14, 2017
Answer: No Before /After Pictures Thank you for addressing the issue of B/A photographs. You should select your surgeon based on his professional credentials and how comfortable you are with his consultation and advice. In addition, your surgeon should only perform surgery at an accredited surgical facility with hospital admitting privileges. If the physician satisfied the above criteria, I would feel comfortable proceeding with surgery. B/A photographs are a useful tool in illustrating what a surgical result may look like. Showing B/A photographs requires the patient consent to the use of their photographs and not all clients agree to the use of their pictures. Patient privacy matters are protected by HIPPA -- a Federal Law. This is one of many reasons your surgeon may not be able to show B/As. In our practice, we consider it a distinct privilege to be able to use patient photographs and we only show a very limited number of photographs. Keep in mind, B/As do not guarantee results and most practices have an active disclaimer to this effect.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
July 10, 2017
Answer: Explant without photos Thank you for your question. Not having photos of explanted implants is not uncommon. The reason is that most explant patients had a different implant surgeon. The surgeon removing the implant cannot guarantee your post operative size or shape due to the fact that he/she has no idea what your starting breast size or shape was. If you have any concerns, I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon. If you are still uncomfortable I recommend a second opinion. But not having photos should not deter you if you are comfortable with your surgeons ability. Best of luck with your surgery.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
July 10, 2017
Answer: Explant without photos Thank you for your question. Not having photos of explanted implants is not uncommon. The reason is that most explant patients had a different implant surgeon. The surgeon removing the implant cannot guarantee your post operative size or shape due to the fact that he/she has no idea what your starting breast size or shape was. If you have any concerns, I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon. If you are still uncomfortable I recommend a second opinion. But not having photos should not deter you if you are comfortable with your surgeons ability. Best of luck with your surgery.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful