One implant has dropped too far where my nipple is sitting high on top of breast mound and the implant sits below the IMF fold. Is strattice usually necessary in a revision for this problem to prevent the implant from dropping again? My revision will also use a smaller implant than original as well as a lower profile. Original was 345cc inspira high profile with a projection of 4.9cm. I will be revising with a 300cc mentor implant at a moderate profile. Thank you.
June 20, 2019
Answer: Bottoming Out Thank you for your excellent question! Strattice is definitely not your only option. It sounds like you have a very realistic plan to address this issue. Hopefully you can get away with a capsulorrhaphy to close off the pocket. I recommend that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss your options. I wish you the best of luck!
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June 20, 2019
Answer: Bottoming Out Thank you for your excellent question! Strattice is definitely not your only option. It sounds like you have a very realistic plan to address this issue. Hopefully you can get away with a capsulorrhaphy to close off the pocket. I recommend that you consult with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss your options. I wish you the best of luck!
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June 20, 2019
Answer: Bottoming out Dear huckfc, bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery. Bottoming out can also occur if an implant is too large for the breast pocket. That is why it is important to choose an implant size that's correct for your body. I perform numerous measurements in the office to determine optimal implant size for my patient's bodies. If you are concerned, please check it with your plastic surgeon for reassurance and to further discuss your options and possibility of revision. 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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June 20, 2019
Answer: Bottoming out Dear huckfc, bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery. Bottoming out can also occur if an implant is too large for the breast pocket. That is why it is important to choose an implant size that's correct for your body. I perform numerous measurements in the office to determine optimal implant size for my patient's bodies. If you are concerned, please check it with your plastic surgeon for reassurance and to further discuss your options and possibility of revision. 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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