Dbl mastectomy + expanders. Right expander broke through in the incision and was removed 30 days after mastecomy. How long before the removed expander can be replaced?
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The short answer to your question is yes - you can opt for a tummy tuck during your implant exchange. Keep in mind, you can opt for autologous reconstruction to restore your breasts using your own tissue using the tummy tuck breast reconstruction procedure (also known as DIEP flap surgery)....
I use the shaped devices (textured, teardrop) in probably 95% of my reconstructions and 50% of my breast augmentations. I think they are wonderful implants and in the right hands, provide a natural look that lasts and keeps things where they are supposed to stay. They come in many shapes, s...
HelloI think you're well on your way to a nice result. You could have a revision to address the upper pole indentation (where rib was removed to put the blood vessels together) and the monitor skin paddle at the same time.The usual solution for the indentation is fat grafting. This usually works...
