Breast implant revision for person with health issues - what are my options?

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Hello. I will try to be as brief as possible. I have had my subglandular saline implants since December 1994. It id now time to replace them. My left implant has capsular contracture and is now stiffer when compared to my right. I am now 50 yrs old and have Hashimotos Thyroiditis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. I control RA naturally with turmeric. I am afraid of invasiveness oc submuscular implants. What are my options? Thank you.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Wals2050,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

I also am in Miami. No posted photos?? Best to seek virtual or in person consults. I recommend removal with capsulectomies, lipo with fat grafting to breasts. Fees $15,000 +/-.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you want to keep them behind the breasts, you might consider gel implants or smaller saline. You might be a candidate for fat transfers as well.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

You need the capsules totally removed if you have CC you would ideally would go under with new implants. But if you want less recovery and less invasiveness BUT with a higher risk of recurrence, you can stay above. Or just remove them entirely.

Breast implant revision for person with health issues - what are my options?

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Answer: You can stay above the muscle

Answer: You can stay above the muscle

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Breast implant revision for person with health issues - what are my options?

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Answer: You can stay above the muscle

Answer: You can stay above the muscle

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