I had a single stage subpectoral reconstruction of the left breast with a silicone implant in 2014. Rock climbing has never been the same. My left pec is always tight, despite constant stretching. I would like to do a prepectoral conversion but would also like to plan a rock climbing trip to Greece in May of 2025. How long does it take for the sutured pec to rehab back to normal?
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Depending on the size of the implants, your breasts will hang and you may need a simultaneous lift. the technique I recommend is explantation and lift using The Bellesoma Method. The implants are removed, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest...
Thank you for your question. I have been in practice almost 30 years, and a large portion of my practice is dedicated to breast revision surgery. I have a whole gallery of patients just like you with chronic changes associated with implants on top of the muscle. Almost always, the implants...
Thank you for your question. It is difficult to answer your question without proper physical exam. At 6 months it is likely much of your swelling has gone down and you may be feeling/hearing your implant if it is a saline implant that is not fully filled this is more noticeable. Of course, a...
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