3 weeks PO. breast split majorly. Dr wants to close up breast in 3 wks . He said 2 options. 1)Close up breast with sutures. Risk split again. No guarantee wont split again. 2. Skin graft (from thigh) to open area on breast. Will definitely close up wounds but will leave breast uneven & blochy. Another Cosmetic surgery later. I would like option 1 but am scared to death that I will split AGAIN!
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Silicone is not toxic and most hyper-linked gel implants contain silicone that will stay within the breast capsule.
Silicone is a common ingredient in may cosmetic products and is present in many foods. Many medical devices, such as needles and joint implants, are coated with...
Thank you for your question. After six months from a fat grafting procedure, the amount of fat is stable. The resorption of fat usually takes place in the first six months with most of this in the first three months. Best of luck.
This tightness feeling can happen, and does fairly often. Good news is, it will go away, and your tissues, including the Alloderm, will relax fairly soon. In the meantime, you can take some muscle relaxants if you're having muscle spasms to see if that helps.
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