I had my breast augmentation three years ago. I recently noticed rippling in both breast near cleavage area. Recently, my left side began to burn in the area where the rippling has occurred. Is this worth seeing my PS for? I am 110 lbs and 5’2” so I was aware that rippling may occur because of my size but I wasn’t expecting the burning.
Answer: Burning pain after breast augmentation. Rippling is a very common issue after breast augmentation and does not mean that anything is wrong with the implant. The burning pain, however, may be completely separate from the issue with rippling and should be assessed by your plastic surgeon to see if there are options that may help the discomfort resolve.
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Answer: Burning pain after breast augmentation. Rippling is a very common issue after breast augmentation and does not mean that anything is wrong with the implant. The burning pain, however, may be completely separate from the issue with rippling and should be assessed by your plastic surgeon to see if there are options that may help the discomfort resolve.
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April 10, 2019
Answer: Should I see a doctor for rippling and burning pain in left breast after surgery 3 years ago? I am sorry to hear about the problems you are experiencing. Yes, it sounds like it may be time for you to seek consultations with board-certified plastic surgeons in your area to discuss your concerns/goals. Some general thoughts may be helpful to you.Palpability and rippling of breast implants may be related to several factors. These include the amount of soft tissue and breast tissue coverage over the breast implants, the position of the breast implants (submuscular versus sub glandular), the type of implants (saline versus silicone), and the degree of overfilling of saline filled implants. Also, breast implant displacement problems (such as bottoming out or lateral displacement), which may be present in your case (based on your description), may play a role when it comes to increase breast implant rippling. Generally, weight loss will extension weight any rippling/palpability of the implants. Deflation of saline implants will also increase the rippling/palpability of the implants. Correction of the rippling may involve further surgery including implant pocket exchange if possible (sub glandular to submuscular), implant exchange if possible (saline to silicone), capsulorraphy (adjustment of the surrounding breast implant capsules to prevent displacement) and/or the use of allograft (acellular dermal matrix) to provide an additional layer of tissue between the implant and the patient's skin. I have found this material to be very effective in improving breast implant rippling/palpability along the cleavage areas. If the burning you are experiencing is related to a breast implant displacement problem, revisionary breast surgery may be helpful when it comes to improving or eliminating the discomfort. Sometimes, despite best efforts, pain may not be treatable surgically. Best wishes.
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April 10, 2019
Answer: Should I see a doctor for rippling and burning pain in left breast after surgery 3 years ago? I am sorry to hear about the problems you are experiencing. Yes, it sounds like it may be time for you to seek consultations with board-certified plastic surgeons in your area to discuss your concerns/goals. Some general thoughts may be helpful to you.Palpability and rippling of breast implants may be related to several factors. These include the amount of soft tissue and breast tissue coverage over the breast implants, the position of the breast implants (submuscular versus sub glandular), the type of implants (saline versus silicone), and the degree of overfilling of saline filled implants. Also, breast implant displacement problems (such as bottoming out or lateral displacement), which may be present in your case (based on your description), may play a role when it comes to increase breast implant rippling. Generally, weight loss will extension weight any rippling/palpability of the implants. Deflation of saline implants will also increase the rippling/palpability of the implants. Correction of the rippling may involve further surgery including implant pocket exchange if possible (sub glandular to submuscular), implant exchange if possible (saline to silicone), capsulorraphy (adjustment of the surrounding breast implant capsules to prevent displacement) and/or the use of allograft (acellular dermal matrix) to provide an additional layer of tissue between the implant and the patient's skin. I have found this material to be very effective in improving breast implant rippling/palpability along the cleavage areas. If the burning you are experiencing is related to a breast implant displacement problem, revisionary breast surgery may be helpful when it comes to improving or eliminating the discomfort. Sometimes, despite best efforts, pain may not be treatable surgically. Best wishes.
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April 10, 2019
Answer: Rippling and burning Thank you for your question. Without seeing you in person it's hard to determine what's going on. I would suggest seeing your plastic surgeon for an in person evaluation. Best of luck to you.
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April 10, 2019
Answer: Rippling and burning Thank you for your question. Without seeing you in person it's hard to determine what's going on. I would suggest seeing your plastic surgeon for an in person evaluation. Best of luck to you.
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April 9, 2019
Answer: Rippling and burning pain Dear clwhe, 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, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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April 9, 2019
Answer: Rippling and burning pain Dear clwhe, 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, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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April 9, 2019
Answer: Rippling and burning in breasts You did not offer much information other than the symptoms of rippling and burning. You did not mention what type of implants were used or any details about the surgery. There is also no photo to evaluate. Even if you had provided those items, I would still think it would be best to let a board-certified plastic surgeon see you in person in order to evaluate you.
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April 9, 2019
Answer: Rippling and burning in breasts You did not offer much information other than the symptoms of rippling and burning. You did not mention what type of implants were used or any details about the surgery. There is also no photo to evaluate. Even if you had provided those items, I would still think it would be best to let a board-certified plastic surgeon see you in person in order to evaluate you.
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