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Dermablend or other concealer/make-up to cover scar?

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ScubaloveAug 5, 2015
After delayed unilateral breast reconstruction with contralateral breast augmentation (implants on both sides), when it is safe to use Dermablend or other concealer make-up to cover any scars for aesthetic purposes?

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Aisha McKnight Baron, MD

Yes, you can have sex after having tissue expanders placed. I would suggest waiting until about 2 weeks after surgery and avoiding manipulation of the expanders. Please check with your surgeon to be sure that it's safe for you to proceed. 

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Manish C. Champaneria, MD

Thank you for the question.Spasms can be common after tissue expander based breast reconstruction. I recommend a muscle relaxer, such as Valium or Robaxin, to help with this issue. In our practice, we use Botox in the pectorals muscle to reduce muscle spasm and pain.Regards,Manish Champaneria, MD

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Stuart A. Linder, MD, FACS

Yes, it is certainly possible for your tissue expander to deflate with time. See your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

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Jeffrey A. Sweat, MD

I think the best way to answer this question is to explain how cup size is determined.  The cup size is a ratio of the chest circumference to the size of the breast.  So a smaller implant would produce a larger cup size on a very petite woman than a large-chested woman.  Having...

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Manish C. Champaneria, MD

Thank you for your question.I would recommend waiting until you are completely healed before going sky diving! Also consult with your surgeon.Regards,Manish Champaneria, MD

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