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Dear JoeySarr19,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
An ice pack (or bag of frozen peas) can help reduce some of the soreness. As always, when applying ice packs to any area, be sure to protect your skin by keeping a cloth between the ice and your skin. I wouldn’t recommend applying heat to your chest area. You might find that sleeping in a more elevated position (such as in a recliner) can make sleep more comfortable. If soreness persists, ask your doctor for their recommendations. Best of luck!
Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Based on your photographs, the best shape and contour could be achieved with an implant and a breast lift. A breast lift with an implant can result in a very nice shape if good tec...
Hello and thank you for your question. . Based on your photographs, the best shape and contour could be achieved with an implant and a breast lift. There are several advantages and disadvantages to over vs under the muscle. Under the muscle has the advantage of lower capsular cont...
I think submuscular is superior in almost all situations. Since you say you have thin skin upper chest then that makes submuscular placement even more important to have adequate tissue coverage over the implant. Discuss with your plastic surgeon. Good luck.
Your results look great for this stage. It is normal for the scars to be immature, pink, dry and potentially itchy until they mature and fade at usually 1 year. If you experience open areas or drainage, you need to see your surgeon for an exam. Most often it can be a function of deeper...
Dear lilypie38,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, ...
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