I'm 56 and have no problems w my 16 year old 660 cc under muscle saline implants but I know they aren’t a lifetime product. Would I be smart to remove them before 60 and before I get too old and surgery is riskier? Also, I'm finding them too big now. Thank you.
Answer: Removal If you aren't have an issue, then leave them in. I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Removal If you aren't have an issue, then leave them in. I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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January 28, 2019
Answer: Implant removal If you are in good health and are having no issues with your implants, there is no need to remove them. If however you would like smaller implants, as you suggested you feel yours may be too large for your preference, you can proceed with removal or an exchange at any time. There is no specific timeline for when implants need to be removed.
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January 28, 2019
Answer: Implant removal If you are in good health and are having no issues with your implants, there is no need to remove them. If however you would like smaller implants, as you suggested you feel yours may be too large for your preference, you can proceed with removal or an exchange at any time. There is no specific timeline for when implants need to be removed.
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January 28, 2019
Answer: When to remove implants? My answer is somewhat in the middle of the below suggestions. First, yes, implants are a ten year product but can last much longer. The best way to screen for a leak is by getting a MRI. It would be appropriate to do so now. If you are healthy overall, and the implants are OK, no need to get them removed. But, that being said, it would be perfectly reasonable to be proactive, remove (and possibly replace the implants if desired,) and do a breast lift at the same time. I wish you the best of luck!
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January 28, 2019
Answer: When to remove implants? My answer is somewhat in the middle of the below suggestions. First, yes, implants are a ten year product but can last much longer. The best way to screen for a leak is by getting a MRI. It would be appropriate to do so now. If you are healthy overall, and the implants are OK, no need to get them removed. But, that being said, it would be perfectly reasonable to be proactive, remove (and possibly replace the implants if desired,) and do a breast lift at the same time. I wish you the best of luck!
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January 18, 2019
Answer: I'm 56 years old, should I remove my breast implants before I'm too old? Breast implants do not need to be removed if there are no problems with your breasts or your breast implants. Age is not enough to disqualify you from breast implant removal/replacement. If you are a good candidate and otherwise healthy, you can have the implants removed/replaced in one surgery. If the implants are removed, there will likely be flattening and drooping that can be corrected in large part with a breast lift and new implants. As far as the volume that is attained, that is a bit difficult to predict given the time of 16 years that you have had large implants thinning the remaining tissue. Removal followed by a waiting period could also be considered. Find an expert at all aspects of breast surgery and set up an in office consultation.
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January 18, 2019
Answer: I'm 56 years old, should I remove my breast implants before I'm too old? Breast implants do not need to be removed if there are no problems with your breasts or your breast implants. Age is not enough to disqualify you from breast implant removal/replacement. If you are a good candidate and otherwise healthy, you can have the implants removed/replaced in one surgery. If the implants are removed, there will likely be flattening and drooping that can be corrected in large part with a breast lift and new implants. As far as the volume that is attained, that is a bit difficult to predict given the time of 16 years that you have had large implants thinning the remaining tissue. Removal followed by a waiting period could also be considered. Find an expert at all aspects of breast surgery and set up an in office consultation.
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January 28, 2019
Answer: More surgery As others have said, if there is no problem with the implants and you like your breast size and shape, then there is no reason to remove them.
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January 28, 2019
Answer: More surgery As others have said, if there is no problem with the implants and you like your breast size and shape, then there is no reason to remove them.
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