I think my breast implants were manufactured by Mentor, and I am just wondering (because I don't remember) if there's a lifetime warranty on them, since one of them ruptured. Will I have to pay full price to have them replaced? It has been 11 years but everyone tells me that the company should have warranty on them.
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Answer: Extended warranty information for Mentor breast implants
I have heard this complaint from people in your situation. Over time, saline implants, especially those under the muscle, may get very loose. The pockets they are in becomes very big and they can move around a lot. Capsular contracture is also possible but it sounds more like yours have...
That you for your question. The use of the implant strap really depends on your specific surgeon. Many surgeons will use the strap routinely, while others do not. In my office, I don't use any straps, tight wraps, or special bras. I want to make everything as comfortable as possible after...
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Thank you for your question.
If you just had your surgery, you could be having a reaction to several other things such as anesthesia, sutures, garments, etc., not necessarily the implants. Also, it is very rare to have an allergic reaction to implants, but it could potentially happen....