I am one week post op and went to my post op appt with my Dr today. I opted to have a breast augmentation 375cc smooth round silicone subpectorial done. I went to my appt today and found out that my Dr used textured implants instead of the smooth round ones we discussed. They were also a different brand. I would've never agreed to textured because they can feel firmer, move less, and see edges. IfiI wanted that I would've opted for saline. What can I do and how and why did this happen?
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It is not a life and death matter, but that doesn't mean you should ignore this situation and ruptured implants should be removed as a standard of care practice. For silicone implants prior to 2006, ruptures occur at rates of approximately 1-2% per year for the first ten years then markedly...
At 6 weeks to there are still early in your recovery after breast augmentation. Most patients experience continued change to a more natural appearance between three and six months after surgery. Of course please ask your plastic surgeon for a formal opinion after your examination.
Thank you for your question about breast implants.It is not possible to tell you on-line the best
implant for you.But I hope this gives you some guidance. When not sure, it helps to return to your Board Certified Plastic
Surgeon for a second fitting,Here’s why. The right implant depends o...