I had a double mastectomy years ago. My right breast implant became encapsulated and painful. I went to a plastic surgeon for replacement implants. I have a sunken rib on my left side that makes that breast look smaller so a larger implant was to be used on the left breast. What have I after healing is a huge right breast. It is Obvious to me they put the larger implant on the wrong side. I just want it fixed. How's the best way to handle it.
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Women who feel like implants are 'too big for their frame' often benefit from downsizing. Downsizing is most commonly addressed by changing the implant profile (changing from moderate plus to a lower profile implant). Changing the width, profile, and placement of the implant can all impact...
Thanks for your question and I am sorry to hear you are not satisfied with the results of your first reconstruction procedure. The good news is there are many options in revision surgery of a DIEP flap that can address these concerns and improve your outcome. It is best to either work with the...
Thank you for your question. I would need to examine you in-person to better answer your question. Flattening of the nipple after reconstruction is not uncommon, but it is possible to revise a nipple reconstruction. There are several different techniques that can be used, including adding filler...
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