All stiches removed except one. It seems to be 'stuck'. Office assistants left it behind because when they tried to remove it, it was stuck and rippled my nipple. Will it work it's way to the surface without becoming infected?
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Answer: Breast implants removal: what happens to stitch left behind
Hello emily2217 Scars will progressively fade throughout the first year following surgery. The instructions given to yo by your PS is the best for you. #lift #scar
If this were the first capsular contracture, total capsulectomy with implant exchange would be reasonable. In recurrent capsular contracture, dermal matrices may be incorporated into the surgery to decrease recurrence. However, your risk recurrence is higher than the risk of getting a contrac...
Hello smanthali The removal of breast implants that have been placed either for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes is a surgical operation. Breast implant removal may be performed as a single surgical procedure or combined with additional procedures, as follows:
Simple breast implant r...