I am a 22 year old student athlete and was just diagnosed with a fibroadenoma. I would like to get it removed this summer. I have been considering getting a breast augmentation as well and was wondering if it is possible to have both done simultaneously. Would anesthesia be the same for both? Would most surgeons be willing to do this? I am living in the Philadelphia area. Any information would be appreciated!! Thanks :)
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Answer: Excision of Benign Tumor/ Cosmetic surgery common combination
Yes,
you can change implant type and position but I always recommend small round
textured silicone gel implants placed retro-pectoral since they look and feel
more natural, are more stable, less likely to ripple or have complications needing
revision. Implant profile is irrelevant
in the...
It does appear that the implant has fallen lower than the intended inframammary fold. This gives the appearance of the "double bubble," which you may have heard. Ask your surgeon about timing for this correction. There are options you can discuss.
Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...