It has been 2 years since I've had my breast augmentation with silicone and under the muscle. I've been experiencing many symptoms (brain fog, thyroid problems, depression, food intolerances, GI problems) and think it is due to the implants. My plastic surgeon says he can remove them under local anesthesia and that a capsulectomy is not needed. My mom thinks I need a second opinion and that I need the full capsulectomy. Thoughts?
July 5, 2018
Answer: Breast Implant Removal Breast Implant removal is certainly a bit easier than the placement and much less discomfort results from the surgery. If the capsule is very thin and soft then removing it is not necessary and can at times cause more trauma trying to remove very thin capsule. When the capsule is on the thicker side, then removing it would allow the surfaces to heal together faster with less issues with seroma (fluid collection).If your implants move freely and feel soft, then a capsulectomy is unnecessary.Hope that helps.
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July 5, 2018
Answer: Breast Implant Removal Breast Implant removal is certainly a bit easier than the placement and much less discomfort results from the surgery. If the capsule is very thin and soft then removing it is not necessary and can at times cause more trauma trying to remove very thin capsule. When the capsule is on the thicker side, then removing it would allow the surfaces to heal together faster with less issues with seroma (fluid collection).If your implants move freely and feel soft, then a capsulectomy is unnecessary.Hope that helps.
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July 5, 2018
Answer: Removal Every surgeon has his or her own comfort level. 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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July 5, 2018
Answer: Removal Every surgeon has his or her own comfort level. 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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