The pockets already exist since I had the reconstruction 18 mos ago. My cs put in 355cc textured teardrop Mentor mod plus+ profile silicone implants. Now I am having a revision surgery done, and I want that wow factor look. My cs is going to put in 500cc smooth round Mentor mod plus+ silicone implants. What I really want is a head-turning bust when I want to show it off in low-cut dresses or bikinis. And I want to wear non-padded bras. Yet I want to be able to downplay them when I want to.
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While waiting for scars to fade, concealers can be used after about two weeks (once the incisions have healed). For scar management, silicone sheeting and massage are the mainstays of treatment. Occasionally, BBL treatment for discoloration and profractional laser treatment for...
Yes, you can have sex after having tissue expanders placed. I would suggest waiting until about 2 weeks after surgery and avoiding manipulation of the expanders. Please check with your surgeon to be sure that it's safe for you to proceed.
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