My PS informed me that during the pre-op he would be using belladerm instead of alloderm to create a breast implant sling. Is belladerm an inferior product? Does belladerm function as well as alloderm in implant revision surgery? Is belladerm as good as alloderm in longevity?
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Answer: Belladerm vs. Alloderm to create breast implant sling
Acellular dermal matrix does not “totally absorb or disappear”; instead it integrates ( becomes part of) the patient's surrounding tissues. For example, when we are operating on patients who have had acellular dermal matrix used in the past, it is commonplace to see the previously used mat...
This expander can be filled from 500 cc up to 800 cc. I would base the fill volume on your desired breast shape primarily. Once you feel happy with your breast size in clothing, I would recommend a 10% over expansion, followed by a 1 month wait period to allow the skin to...
Alloderm is an acellular dermal matrix that is tranformed into living tissue over time to form a sort of internal bra. This helps to support implants and allow for a better shape to the breast. There is evidence that it also helps to prevent capsular contracture, which is more common in...