I have mild capsular contracture after 2 years, and wondering if I go for a revision should I go to a new plastic surgeon to get a different brand implants? Currently i have mentor but have read Sientra causes less capsular. Would it also make more sense to remove both implants since if the capsular side is removed it will look lower than the other breast, and may need another revision for symmetry? I would appreciate your input.
Answer: Capsular Contracture After Two Years If you have decided to revise the breasts to improve firmness, implant malposition, change in breast shape, discomfort, or any other problem(s) related to contracture, consulting with your previous surgeon and possibly (an)other surgeon(s) is the next step. Your warranty likely covers reoperation for contracture, including new implants and perhaps some of the surgical costs. Your original surgeon should know you have developed a contracture so if you have a good relationship with that doctor, go see him/her/them first. Having compassion for your unusual situation and hoping to produce for you a longer term satisfactory result, that office may be more likely to diminish costs for a second surgery as much as possible.
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Answer: Capsular Contracture After Two Years If you have decided to revise the breasts to improve firmness, implant malposition, change in breast shape, discomfort, or any other problem(s) related to contracture, consulting with your previous surgeon and possibly (an)other surgeon(s) is the next step. Your warranty likely covers reoperation for contracture, including new implants and perhaps some of the surgical costs. Your original surgeon should know you have developed a contracture so if you have a good relationship with that doctor, go see him/her/them first. Having compassion for your unusual situation and hoping to produce for you a longer term satisfactory result, that office may be more likely to diminish costs for a second surgery as much as possible.
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Answer: New surgeon? If you are happy with your surgeon you do not need to consider a different one. Capsular contracture can happen with any implant and with any surgeon. There are things we can do to help lower the risk of them developing such as using the inframammary crease as the insertion point, placing the implant beneath the muscle, and using the Keller funnel when placing the implant. I encourage you to speak with your surgeon about your concerns and to help you make the best decision for you.
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Answer: New surgeon? If you are happy with your surgeon you do not need to consider a different one. Capsular contracture can happen with any implant and with any surgeon. There are things we can do to help lower the risk of them developing such as using the inframammary crease as the insertion point, placing the implant beneath the muscle, and using the Keller funnel when placing the implant. I encourage you to speak with your surgeon about your concerns and to help you make the best decision for you.
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January 22, 2024
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October 20, 2023
Answer: About Surgeon Hi! this is Arzu from Dr. Caner Kacmaz clinic. First of all choosing a surgeon is your decision. İf you are happy with your doctor you can continue if not you can have consultation with other surgeon and choose the best for you.
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October 20, 2023
Answer: About Surgeon Hi! this is Arzu from Dr. Caner Kacmaz clinic. First of all choosing a surgeon is your decision. İf you are happy with your doctor you can continue if not you can have consultation with other surgeon and choose the best for you.
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October 13, 2023
Answer: Capsular Contracture (cc) Implants probably have little to do with cc, regardless of posted rates being different. The most important factors that reduce risk of primary or recurrent cc is evidence-based surgical technique. Surgeons should use an inframammary incision, use the electrocautery extensively in the dissection, irrigate with Betadine, place implants in a subpectoral pocket, and use a funnel for implant delivery. Further, going forward indefinitely after surgery, patients should take antibiotics prophylactically prior to teeth cleaning, Pap smears, and other non-sterile procedures. Treating cc should also include total capsulectomy and possibly the use of mesh or a biologic material known as acellular dermal matrix.
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October 13, 2023
Answer: Capsular Contracture (cc) Implants probably have little to do with cc, regardless of posted rates being different. The most important factors that reduce risk of primary or recurrent cc is evidence-based surgical technique. Surgeons should use an inframammary incision, use the electrocautery extensively in the dissection, irrigate with Betadine, place implants in a subpectoral pocket, and use a funnel for implant delivery. Further, going forward indefinitely after surgery, patients should take antibiotics prophylactically prior to teeth cleaning, Pap smears, and other non-sterile procedures. Treating cc should also include total capsulectomy and possibly the use of mesh or a biologic material known as acellular dermal matrix.
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