I am seriously considering a breast augmentation, but what if I don't like the way the implants look after surgery? Can the breast implants be taken out, and would my breasts look the same as they used to? I am just getting scared because with plastic surgery, it seems like there is no going back if you don't like the outcome.
Answer: Implants can be removed; scars cannot Don't undergo a procedure that you are already thinking about backing out of. It sounds as if you have unaswered questions and are quite hesitant pursuing. Although the implants can be removed, your scars can't and will be a costant reminder of your surgery.
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Answer: Implants can be removed; scars cannot Don't undergo a procedure that you are already thinking about backing out of. It sounds as if you have unaswered questions and are quite hesitant pursuing. Although the implants can be removed, your scars can't and will be a costant reminder of your surgery.
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Answer: Be sure that you want to proceed with surgery The implants may be removed if you'd like, but your breasts may be a little saggy if the implants were on the larger size. This is because your skin may not be able to retract. However, I recommend you're sure about having implants before proceeding with surgery.
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Answer: Be sure that you want to proceed with surgery The implants may be removed if you'd like, but your breasts may be a little saggy if the implants were on the larger size. This is because your skin may not be able to retract. However, I recommend you're sure about having implants before proceeding with surgery.
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December 20, 2008
Answer: Breast Implant Regret Thanks for the question - You're right to be cautious. Surgery - any surgery - is something that can never be completely undone. You should be sure about why you're doing it, you should be sure you've found a board certified plastic surgeon who can answer all of your questions and you have good communication with. Smaller breast augmentation is more "reversible" than larger breast augmentation. The skin envelope stretches more to accommodate larger implants and a larger pocket must be created to hold larger implants. Scars in any size breast augmentation are permanent, whether the implants are removed in the future or not. Be sure you've had all of your questions answered by the surgeon that you're planning on doing the surgery and make sure you understand all the risks and benefits to breast augmentation. You should never be pressured by a surgeon to proceed with surgery. Best of luck. Steven Williams, MD
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December 20, 2008
Answer: Breast Implant Regret Thanks for the question - You're right to be cautious. Surgery - any surgery - is something that can never be completely undone. You should be sure about why you're doing it, you should be sure you've found a board certified plastic surgeon who can answer all of your questions and you have good communication with. Smaller breast augmentation is more "reversible" than larger breast augmentation. The skin envelope stretches more to accommodate larger implants and a larger pocket must be created to hold larger implants. Scars in any size breast augmentation are permanent, whether the implants are removed in the future or not. Be sure you've had all of your questions answered by the surgeon that you're planning on doing the surgery and make sure you understand all the risks and benefits to breast augmentation. You should never be pressured by a surgeon to proceed with surgery. Best of luck. Steven Williams, MD
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November 15, 2008
Answer: Don't take surgery lightly Please don't take surgery lightly. Plastic surgery is great and for the most part people are very happy with their results. However, it seems like you may need to think about it some more before you go ahead and have surgery. Having breast implants placed is not something you just try out with the intention of having them removed. Talk to other patients who have had the surgery so you can get a better idea of what them went through. If you are considering breast implants, have the surgeon's office lend you some sizers and walk around with them in your bra for a couple of hours. Try on some different clothes and see how you like the new fit. I hope this is helpful. David Shafer, MD Shafer Plastic Surgery New York City
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November 15, 2008
Answer: Don't take surgery lightly Please don't take surgery lightly. Plastic surgery is great and for the most part people are very happy with their results. However, it seems like you may need to think about it some more before you go ahead and have surgery. Having breast implants placed is not something you just try out with the intention of having them removed. Talk to other patients who have had the surgery so you can get a better idea of what them went through. If you are considering breast implants, have the surgeon's office lend you some sizers and walk around with them in your bra for a couple of hours. Try on some different clothes and see how you like the new fit. I hope this is helpful. David Shafer, MD Shafer Plastic Surgery New York City
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November 15, 2008
Answer: Consider surgery carefully While the overwhelming majority of women are very happy with their implants and do not want them removed, if you do have them removed, it is unlikely that your breasts will look like they did before surgery. Implants are a commitment, and you should carefully consider whether or not to have augmentation. That being said, breast augmentation is among the most common procedures women ask for, and most women are very, very happy with the results.
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November 15, 2008
Answer: Consider surgery carefully While the overwhelming majority of women are very happy with their implants and do not want them removed, if you do have them removed, it is unlikely that your breasts will look like they did before surgery. Implants are a commitment, and you should carefully consider whether or not to have augmentation. That being said, breast augmentation is among the most common procedures women ask for, and most women are very, very happy with the results.
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