My Implants Have Dropped and Separated. Is This my Surgeon's Fault?

October 6, 2010
Asked By:305976anon in Connecticut

I had breast enlargement about 6 months ago. I went from an A to C cup with saline implants placed under the muscle. They have seemed to bottom out and separate (4 finger gap)and one is now larger than the other. I discussed this with my surgeon who says its because of my muscles and I can achieve the results I want with a second surgery. She will; not charge me but I have to pay for the facility, anesthesia and for the implants. Is this her fault and does this sound fair?

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October 8, 2010

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Answer: Surgeon meeting you half way after undesireable outcome seems fair

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 1, 2011

Answer: Surgeon meeting you half way after undesireable outcome seems fair

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October 7, 2010

Answer: Difficult To Assess Without All the Information

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