Hello. I had 390 and 400 cc saline implants under the muscle 19 yrs ago. I had very little breast tissue, asymmetric, tuberous breasts, misshapen and aerola hernia. I have a full circular incision around my right nipple, & half moon incision on my left nipple. I have a ledge under my right breast. What will I need to achieve natural looking, well- shaped breasts without implants? Should I wait until I’m done breastfeeding? I’ve breastfed 5 babies so far. Thank you!
Answer: Tuberous breasts with implants, wanting explant, what will I need for reconstruction? (Photo) The smaller the implant and the less the amount of time it has been since placement, the greater the chance the breasts will return to their preoperative state. It is very difficult to predict breast size following explant b/c breast implants and weight fluctuations over time tend to thin tissues, cause a decrease in size, and create more droop. Lactation should have been completed six months before considering breast surgery.
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Answer: Tuberous breasts with implants, wanting explant, what will I need for reconstruction? (Photo) The smaller the implant and the less the amount of time it has been since placement, the greater the chance the breasts will return to their preoperative state. It is very difficult to predict breast size following explant b/c breast implants and weight fluctuations over time tend to thin tissues, cause a decrease in size, and create more droop. Lactation should have been completed six months before considering breast surgery.
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Tuberous breasts with implants, wanting explant, what will I need for reconstruction? Thank you for your photos and questions. You will want to wait until you have finished breastfeeding for 6 months before considering surgery. A breast lift will likely be advisable after the implants are removed in order to give a nice shape. Depending on how much natural breast tissue you have, you may want to consider adding a small implant as well.
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Tuberous breasts with implants, wanting explant, what will I need for reconstruction? Thank you for your photos and questions. You will want to wait until you have finished breastfeeding for 6 months before considering surgery. A breast lift will likely be advisable after the implants are removed in order to give a nice shape. Depending on how much natural breast tissue you have, you may want to consider adding a small implant as well.
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Explant & Bellesoma 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 wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery. Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Explant & Bellesoma 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 wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery. Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Revision surgery Dear katfried,
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Revision surgery Dear katfried,
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Tuberous breasts with implants, wanting explant, what will I need for reconstruction? (Photo) Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Nothing replaces an in-person examination but it appears implant removal and a full breast lift +/- fat grafting should afford you a nice improvement to address all of your concerns. You should certainly wait at least 3-6 months after the cessation of nursing to have any surgery however.
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June 9, 2020
Answer: Tuberous breasts with implants, wanting explant, what will I need for reconstruction? (Photo) Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. Nothing replaces an in-person examination but it appears implant removal and a full breast lift +/- fat grafting should afford you a nice improvement to address all of your concerns. You should certainly wait at least 3-6 months after the cessation of nursing to have any surgery however.
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