Does a breast implant revision hurt as bad as the first time?

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Does a breast implant revision hurt as bad as the first time ?

James D. Frost, MD · Answer

I understand.  Who wants to hurt?  
The answer to your question takes another question.  What type of revision are you contemplating?
Just changing from one implant size to another does not hurt nearly as much as the original surgery.  Major revision that would involve the muscle may hurt as much as the original.  We need to know what you are having done and what you already had done to answer the question.
Hopefully your surgery will be the "not nearly as bad" type of revision.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

Since the pocket has been formed, there is generally less discomfort post breast implant revision. However, consult in person with an experienced and expert board certified plastic surgeon who can address that question specific to you.

James Romano, MD · Answer

In my hands and my experience I have never had revision hurt as much as the primary surgery. The answer is simple: you already have the incision, you already have the space, you already have the muscle stretched out. Add to this a FIELD BLOCK of novocaine around the edges during surgery and you can expect a much more comfortable surgery. It is more technical, buy much less painful and a quicker recovery regardless of the extent.

Gary W. Cox, MD · Answer

Question best addressed by your doctor.  Pain will vary dependent on a host of factors, but often, revisions are less extensive and thus less painful than primary augmention.

David A. Lickstein, MD · Answer

The answer is maybe.  It really depends on what the revision entails.  If the same pocket is being used, the pain is generally not too bad.  If a new pocket or lift is required, then there is some soreness involved for a few days.

Does a breast implant revision hurt as bad as the first time?

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Does a breast implant revision hurt as bad as the first time?

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Answer: Not always

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Answer: Implant revision

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