I am 50 years old and have 330 saline implants. I have seen my original surgeon and was confused on the best treatment option. He diagnosed with Baker Level 3.5. I have very dense breast tissue with a biopsy of fibersistic tissue prior to implants. I am ok removing the implants and not replacing but am worried about being extremely deflated. I had a lift when the implants were put in. The doctor said he didn’t feel there would be an issue with appearance. I assume I don’t need en block?
Answer: Capsular contracture From the information given a capsulectomy would be recommended. You can then elect to reinsert the implants or take them out completely. If you elect not to replace them you may appear deflated as you are losing the volume the implants provide. I encourage you to speak further with your surgeon about your goals for this procedure to help determine which is the best course for you.
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Answer: Capsular contracture From the information given a capsulectomy would be recommended. You can then elect to reinsert the implants or take them out completely. If you elect not to replace them you may appear deflated as you are losing the volume the implants provide. I encourage you to speak further with your surgeon about your goals for this procedure to help determine which is the best course for you.
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March 8, 2022
Answer: Capsular contracture and saline implants Thank you for your questions!
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March 8, 2022
Answer: Capsular contracture and saline implants Thank you for your questions!
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October 27, 2021
Answer: Implant removal Dear Seanie401,
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October 27, 2021
Answer: Implant removal Dear Seanie401,
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October 25, 2021
Answer: Implant removal If you are planning to remove the implant a complete capsulectomy (removing the entire capsule) is advised. When we refer to En Bloc that means a complete resection to matter what, this term is typically used when referencing cancer. However if removing the entire capsule could cause potential damage to your ribs, muscle or lungs then it is not beneficial to have an en bloc resection.
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October 25, 2021
Answer: Implant removal If you are planning to remove the implant a complete capsulectomy (removing the entire capsule) is advised. When we refer to En Bloc that means a complete resection to matter what, this term is typically used when referencing cancer. However if removing the entire capsule could cause potential damage to your ribs, muscle or lungs then it is not beneficial to have an en bloc resection.
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October 25, 2021
Answer: En bloc If your implants are above the muscle, then removal of the capsule will be done. If you implants are under the muscle the back of the capsule is on the ribs and removal of this part of the capsule may cause complications. Trust in your surgeon to take care of you.
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October 25, 2021
Answer: En bloc If your implants are above the muscle, then removal of the capsule will be done. If you implants are under the muscle the back of the capsule is on the ribs and removal of this part of the capsule may cause complications. Trust in your surgeon to take care of you.
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