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It appears that the right crease is lower than the left. Prices vary by region in this country and I'm sure they do so in the UK as well. In the Minneapolis area, this may range from $3-6000 depending on what is needed. I agree with my colleagues that you would most likely get the best price from your original surgeon. If you still trust in them, then I would go back to them. By the way, this is something that all of us see from time to time and is not necessarily a sign of a poor surgeon. Good luck.
Itis uncommon for patients to have issues after their breast augmentation, but unfortunatelyit does occasionally happen. Bottomingout of the implant is when the implant drops bellow the natural fold of thebreast. This can cause asymmetry and a “double bubble deformity” where itappears that the implant has a crease in the middle of it. Thegood new is that there are treatment options for this when it does happen. First of all patients typically need to be atleast six months out from surgery before any revision or secondary surgery. Thefirst option is to close the pocket with internal sutures. This will keep the implant suspended in theproper position until the new pocket forms around the breast implant. The internal sutures cannot be seen from the outside but it forms an internal bra that holds the breast implant in the proper position. Occasionallypatients will need an internal mesh to support the implant. They are internal mesh options that make thebreast stronger to support the implant and decrease the chance that the implantwill fall again. Revisionsurgery can be challenging make sure that you consult with a board certifiedplastic surgeon.
Often it is not the best approach to find the cheapest plastic surgeon. Does the surgeon specialize in this procedure? What are their credentials? How long have they been in practice? What percentage of their practice is cosmetic surgery? How many of these surgeries have they performed? Do they use the latest techniques? What do their results look like? Do they have photos to show of their work? Do they provide follow-up themselves, or will you only see the nurses (or even just an assistant)? Are they available by phone for an emergency or does one of their staff answer after-hour calls? What is the impression you get from their office and staff? Are they professional and informative? Do they know what they are talking about? You need to ask yourself all of these questions.When comparing quotes from different doctors, check to make sure that the costs you are quoted are for the same thing! Check to see what type of anesthesia and facility you are going to be treated in. If the total price is lower but you are not going to receive proper anesthesia from a board certified anesthesiologist, then are you getting a better deal (or inferior treatment)? If the facility is not a certified outpatient surgery center but is an in-office procedure room, is the difference in safety worth the cost reduction? If the doctor is not a board certified plastic surgeon, is that worth the discount in the fees? I would say the answer to all three of these questions is no! Assuming you are talking about a board certified plastic surgeon with plenty of experience in breast revision, you need to find someone who you trust. This is your body, make sure you are making decisions based on the quality of care, the experience and training of the doctor, and proven results! Cost alone should not be the deciding factor.The prices can vary from state to state, and from city to city. Our costs, including the board certified plastic surgeon's fees, board certified anesthesiologist's fees, operating room, implants, labs, scar gel, vitamins, and follow-up at 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, and every year after that forever, are around $8500. If you need more follow-up appointments, those are free as well.
Prices will vary by region and within each region by Surgeon. Revisions in general have a very wide range of because it depends on what exactly is involved to correct the problem. Your best bet is to see a few surgeons and get a sense of what the cost will likely be for what you need done. Ultimately you should go with the surgeon that you feel most comfortable with, not necessarily the least or most expensive one. Hope that helps!
Hello, thank you for your picture. A side view would also be helpful but from this front view, it does not appear that your breast has bottomed out. It looks as though your implant has moved below your inframammary crease. This is called a “double bubble“ and is a risk of having breast implant surgery. While not terribly common, it can certainly happen in any case. Your best bet regardless of cost is to go back to your original surgeon. There is always the greatest benefit in having the original person who was there before and knows exactly what they did. That person will understand your anatomy and it’s healing from their personal techniques the best. Being that it has only been a year, you are likely to get some form of price reduction off of the procedure portion. If you go to a different surgeon, you will get the cost of a new operation. Revision surgery of this type may be done a few different ways and cost will depend largely on which method is felt to be the best for you, how long it will take, and if any additional materials for reinforcement are required.Keep an open mind about what you hear as, again, implant malposition like a double bubble is a known complication of breast implant surgery. If you are unwilling to go through with what is offered to you by your original surgeon, only then should you seek the advice of someone else experienced in breast revision surgery.
Dear kaseysmummy,Every surgeon has a revision policy. Many involve reduced or even no fees for the surgeon (depending on the situation) while the patient may still be responsible for facility (the use of the operating room, staff, and supplies) and anesthesia fees. Best to go back to your surgeon and have a talk about your concerns again. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
