Dear Doctors, I've had a concern about my right implant. It has been 3 months post op from my first BA along with tummy tuck. I'd like to have your professional opinion on whether you think my right breast implant has bottomed out. How would be the best way to fix it? And how long I should wait to fix the issue? I want to make sure this is the proper way to handle the situation. Thanks in advance.
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These problems sound consistent with someone that has had an implant infection. The replacement after infection is most often a less cosmetic outcome. The goals are less stringent and there is a requirement to accept a lesser outcome.
After
breast implant surgery, I advise the patients to take one week off from work.
At that point we take out their stitches and teach them the implant
massage technique. We suggest 5 times per day with the massage and no bra
for one month. The patients may return to work, but may not engage...
While probiotics are often a great thing to have on board at the time of surgery I ask all of my patients to let me know what supplements they are taking. Some things out there make one bleed more and others can interact with anesthesia. Before taking anything, check with your...
