What is the most likely cause of implant rupture at 6 months?

December 12, 2023
Asked By:Gentle346707 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

I am wondering what the most likely reason for my implant rupture was after only 6 months. I had no severe trauma or anything like that. Mentor, silicone, 350 cc for background. They were replaced 6 weeks ago (for an additional $3,500)

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January 15, 2024

Answer: Implant rupture

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 4, 2024

Answer: Implant rupture

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Answer: Implant rupture

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 18, 2023

Answer: Rupture

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 18, 2023

Answer: Rupture

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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December 13, 2023

Answer: Early implant failure

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 13, 2023

Answer: Early implant failure

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December 13, 2023

Answer: Breast implant

Ronald J. Edelson, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 13, 2023

Answer: Breast implant

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