Hello and thanks in advance for taking the time to answer my question. I had breast augmentation and lift a few days ago. I know not to use my arms to put weight on, but today I totally forgot and made a quick movement which resulted in me putting a good portion of my weight on my hand/arm and heard what sounded like bubble wrap. The noises came from the side of my breast, not the incisions. Is this normal or something I need to get seen for? Thank you
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Hi you have had a doughnut lift with an implant. Given that a doughnut lift attempts to reduce the excess skin only from a cut around the nipple there is always a gather around the stitches. This generally cases out. But given that besides the lift you have an implant the nipple scar is being ...
To be accused of and if you can prove that your discussions talked about a 'full lift', then you have grounds to have your surgeon fix the problem for not delivering what was 'promised' so you need to review your consultation and notes documented prior to your procedure. Hope it's legible and ...
Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended says:
Why, oh, why would you want to do this??? Your breasts tissue is meant to last a lifetime. An implant will last only 15-20 years or so and then will need to be replaced and then replaced again. Also, an implant is a gigantic foreign body that will be recognized as such by your body and wi...