Hello doctors I was wondering what your timeline for breast implant exchange/ revision (to downsize) was if the patient didn’t come to you for the original surgery? I am seeing online doctors always saying 6 months for revision, however some doctors I have called will not even consult until I am 1 year post op. Is this normal? I do not want to wait 1+ years to downsize large heavy implants.
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Dear Vivid727674,
Breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective...
Dear RSProfile862479,
breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the...
Dear AJohnsonRN12,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...
