What can be done to correct my flipped implant ..my implants are 420cc and I have.had them.for 6 years now I felt and saw.my implant flip about a year after getting them recently my breast is in more and more pain if I lean forward uou can clearly see my implant is sideways and it hurts tremendously under the implant I have to wear a tight fitting bra or I feel awful pain what are my options please help
Answer: See your surgeon Please see your surgeon for an in person examination to determine what may be going on. Best of luck. Regards,
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Answer: See your surgeon Please see your surgeon for an in person examination to determine what may be going on. Best of luck. Regards,
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April 19, 2016
Answer: My implant on my right side has clearly flipped and it really hurts. Hello! Thank you for your question and photos! I do agree that there is some asymmetry from one breast to another and a deformity. It appears that you have round, saline implants, for which a complete turn would make no difference and it would be unlikely to turn just half way and be on its side. A round, silicone implant or a shaped implant would show a difference if it turned completely as there is a sidedness to them. Regardless, you should be evaluated by a plastic surgeon for examination. There are various reasons for your issues. In addition to the potential for implant rotation, rupture and capsular contracture are certainly other possibilities. Further imaging may also be needed. Surgical intervention may be required to ameliorate your issues. Hope that this helps. Best wishes!
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April 19, 2016
Answer: My implant on my right side has clearly flipped and it really hurts. Hello! Thank you for your question and photos! I do agree that there is some asymmetry from one breast to another and a deformity. It appears that you have round, saline implants, for which a complete turn would make no difference and it would be unlikely to turn just half way and be on its side. A round, silicone implant or a shaped implant would show a difference if it turned completely as there is a sidedness to them. Regardless, you should be evaluated by a plastic surgeon for examination. There are various reasons for your issues. In addition to the potential for implant rotation, rupture and capsular contracture are certainly other possibilities. Further imaging may also be needed. Surgical intervention may be required to ameliorate your issues. Hope that this helps. Best wishes!
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April 19, 2016
Answer: Breast Implants / Breast Augmentation/ Cohesive Gel Implants / Silicone Implants / Revision Breast Surgery I appreciate your question.I would recommend that you contact your plastic surgeon so he/she can examine you and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan at this time. From your photos, it appears you may have capsular contracture.This is when
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April 19, 2016
Answer: Breast Implants / Breast Augmentation/ Cohesive Gel Implants / Silicone Implants / Revision Breast Surgery I appreciate your question.I would recommend that you contact your plastic surgeon so he/she can examine you and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan at this time. From your photos, it appears you may have capsular contracture.This is when
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April 19, 2016
Answer: Implant shape Thank you for your question. I would recommend seeing a PS to evaluate your problem in person. From the photos you posted, it appears you may have a capsular contracture. Which would explain the change in shape and discomfort you are describing, the only way to know for sure is for an in person evaluation. Good luck.
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April 19, 2016
Answer: Implant shape Thank you for your question. I would recommend seeing a PS to evaluate your problem in person. From the photos you posted, it appears you may have a capsular contracture. Which would explain the change in shape and discomfort you are describing, the only way to know for sure is for an in person evaluation. Good luck.
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April 18, 2016
Answer: Second opinion. I think it's time for you to see a plastic surgeon and have an examination of your breasts to see what the cause of the issues and pain you're having. Pain can occur with capsule contracture, but pain in the breasts also have many causes which have nothing to do with breast implants. You may need imaging of the breasts so speak with your primary care first. Best, Dr. ALDO
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April 18, 2016
Answer: Second opinion. I think it's time for you to see a plastic surgeon and have an examination of your breasts to see what the cause of the issues and pain you're having. Pain can occur with capsule contracture, but pain in the breasts also have many causes which have nothing to do with breast implants. You may need imaging of the breasts so speak with your primary care first. Best, Dr. ALDO
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