I am almost 99 percent sure they are the dow textured polyurethane. Is a breast reconstruction Plastic Surgeon a good choice for this surgery. My insurance will cover the expense and this is the only board certified plastic surgeon that my insurance will let me go with. She said she has seen this one time in her career. I will private pay if I am better off going to someone who does Explant surgery like this.
Answer: Breast implant removal I recommend visiting with the surgeon that your insurance has approved. Make sure that you're seeing a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss the procedure. Ask about experience with implant removal and questions about the procedure. Evaluate how you feel afterward and then make a decision.
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Answer: Breast implant removal I recommend visiting with the surgeon that your insurance has approved. Make sure that you're seeing a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss the procedure. Ask about experience with implant removal and questions about the procedure. Evaluate how you feel afterward and then make a decision.
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April 17, 2018
Answer: Removal You might do better going to an experienced surgeon who has removed several old calcified implants. I would suggest at least seeing another surgeon for another opinion.
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April 17, 2018
Answer: Removal You might do better going to an experienced surgeon who has removed several old calcified implants. I would suggest at least seeing another surgeon for another opinion.
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April 16, 2018
Answer: Explanting implants Dear Trianna,Sorry about what is going on but it can be fixed. I literally performed this operation 2 weeks ago. It is fairly uncommon but still happens and can be remedied. You most likely have calcified capsules that need be removed and can have implants placed again or nothing at all. It seems like you are in good hands as long as you are with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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April 16, 2018
Answer: Explanting implants Dear Trianna,Sorry about what is going on but it can be fixed. I literally performed this operation 2 weeks ago. It is fairly uncommon but still happens and can be remedied. You most likely have calcified capsules that need be removed and can have implants placed again or nothing at all. It seems like you are in good hands as long as you are with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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April 16, 2018
Answer: Breast Implant Removal It really depends on the plastic surgeon you are being referred to and how you feel about him/her. Most plastic surgeons can do an enbloc capsulectomy and removal of the ruptured implants. I would go see the plastic surgeon that your insurance is referring you to and see how you feel after your consultation. If you are feel comfortable and feel that the surgeon can provide you with a nice outcome then I would go with him/her. If you don't feel comfortable after your consultation, then I would find another plastic surgeon to see. You may need to see a couple or a few until you find the surgeon that is right for you. Hope that helps.
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April 16, 2018
Answer: Breast Implant Removal It really depends on the plastic surgeon you are being referred to and how you feel about him/her. Most plastic surgeons can do an enbloc capsulectomy and removal of the ruptured implants. I would go see the plastic surgeon that your insurance is referring you to and see how you feel after your consultation. If you are feel comfortable and feel that the surgeon can provide you with a nice outcome then I would go with him/her. If you don't feel comfortable after your consultation, then I would find another plastic surgeon to see. You may need to see a couple or a few until you find the surgeon that is right for you. Hope that helps.
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Answer: Removing calcified polyurethane implants With the old polyurethanes, the whole capsule should come out. The product is in the capsule itself and you will have recurrent contracture with your new implants if the PS does not remove the capsule as well. That being said, make sure your PS is very experienced with capsulectomy (doesn't have to be specifically for this type of implant). Often they take some breast tissue with the implant, leaving divots and signs of surgery. The good ones though will be able to remove just the capsule without extra tissue. If you have good insurance, many plastic surgeons will take your insurance even if they are out of network. I know in our center we find that the good group plans often fully cover the OR, surgeon's, and anesthesia fees. The insurance won't cover replacement implants though usually!
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Answer: Removing calcified polyurethane implants With the old polyurethanes, the whole capsule should come out. The product is in the capsule itself and you will have recurrent contracture with your new implants if the PS does not remove the capsule as well. That being said, make sure your PS is very experienced with capsulectomy (doesn't have to be specifically for this type of implant). Often they take some breast tissue with the implant, leaving divots and signs of surgery. The good ones though will be able to remove just the capsule without extra tissue. If you have good insurance, many plastic surgeons will take your insurance even if they are out of network. I know in our center we find that the good group plans often fully cover the OR, surgeon's, and anesthesia fees. The insurance won't cover replacement implants though usually!
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