I was diagnosed with BC 6 years ago. I have recently under gone breast reconstructionwith Latissimus Dorsi muscle with silicone implant. 6 years ago I had radiation to my left breast. I have 600cc's on left and 500 on right. They seem too small. Can I have revision surgery to enlarge my breasts? If so, how do I approach my PS about this? I initially told him I wanted to be a full C or D.
Answer: It's your choice...but there are limitations Ultimately, patients have the final say in their reconstruction. I would recommend discussing your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon.While it is your choice, there are some limitations. The largest silicone implants are 800cc. There is autologous fat grafting as an alternative although this is relatively less predictable than an implant. Another limitation is patient anatomy. Sometimes a larger implant won't fit within the dimensions of a narrow chested individual. I also caution patients with thin skin/tissues which might not be able to support a much larger implants.Finally, radiation can compromise the quality of the tissue. It may become stiff and unyielding. In these cases, I recommend patients consider an autologous flap reconstruction (as it removes the compromised skin from the equation).
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Answer: It's your choice...but there are limitations Ultimately, patients have the final say in their reconstruction. I would recommend discussing your concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon.While it is your choice, there are some limitations. The largest silicone implants are 800cc. There is autologous fat grafting as an alternative although this is relatively less predictable than an implant. Another limitation is patient anatomy. Sometimes a larger implant won't fit within the dimensions of a narrow chested individual. I also caution patients with thin skin/tissues which might not be able to support a much larger implants.Finally, radiation can compromise the quality of the tissue. It may become stiff and unyielding. In these cases, I recommend patients consider an autologous flap reconstruction (as it removes the compromised skin from the equation).
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Answer: Breast reconstruction revision to increase breast size If you feel your breast reconstruction is too small, breast reconstruction revision surgery can be performed to increase the volume of your reconstruction. The most common way to address size is to increase the volume of the implant, or to add an implant in cases where only a tissue-based (flap based reconstruction) was performed.
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Answer: Breast reconstruction revision to increase breast size If you feel your breast reconstruction is too small, breast reconstruction revision surgery can be performed to increase the volume of your reconstruction. The most common way to address size is to increase the volume of the implant, or to add an implant in cases where only a tissue-based (flap based reconstruction) was performed.
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February 16, 2018
Answer: Can breast reconstruction be revised because I'm unhappy with the size? Always best to be honest with for surgeon and tell him you are not completely satisfied. Additional sized implants or even fat grating might help...
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February 16, 2018
Answer: Can breast reconstruction be revised because I'm unhappy with the size? Always best to be honest with for surgeon and tell him you are not completely satisfied. Additional sized implants or even fat grating might help...
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August 10, 2014
Answer: Breast reconstruction revision A larger implant may be a choice for you and your plastic surgeon to consider. The largest implant made is a 800 cc so you may only go up about one cup size.
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August 10, 2014
Answer: Breast reconstruction revision A larger implant may be a choice for you and your plastic surgeon to consider. The largest implant made is a 800 cc so you may only go up about one cup size.
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August 11, 2014
Answer: Revision breast reconstruction You certainly can undergo a revision to your reconstruction and it is not uncommon to have to undergo a revision. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon and if he/she is not receptive, get a second opinion.
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August 11, 2014
Answer: Revision breast reconstruction You certainly can undergo a revision to your reconstruction and it is not uncommon to have to undergo a revision. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon and if he/she is not receptive, get a second opinion.
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