1. I was told it may not be possible to remove everything via en bloc but I would still have a full capsulectomy. Is that good enough given I have a rupture to prevent contamination from free silicone to surrounding tissue? 2. I was told there will be no drains because aesthetically everything will heal nicer, because everything wont be be sucked down from the drainage. Is this safe/recommended? Also, is it necessary to be on antibiotics during recovery or is during surgery alone enough?
August 27, 2018
Answer: Explantation frequently requires lift Recent studies have shown that patients that undergo explantation alone without a lift are dissatisfied and require a lift later. Removal en bloc is possible but tears during the removal frequently occur with retropectoral implants. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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August 27, 2018
Answer: Explantation frequently requires lift Recent studies have shown that patients that undergo explantation alone without a lift are dissatisfied and require a lift later. Removal en bloc is possible but tears during the removal frequently occur with retropectoral implants. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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August 26, 2018
Answer: Revision I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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August 26, 2018
Answer: Revision I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified, Double Fellowship-Trained Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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August 26, 2018
Answer: Breast implant rupture and removal Thank you for you question. En bloc removal is best to contain all of the ruptured silicone without it traveling elsewhere. Typically with extensive surgery like that drains are used. Best to have a consultation to discuss options.
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August 26, 2018
Answer: Breast implant rupture and removal Thank you for you question. En bloc removal is best to contain all of the ruptured silicone without it traveling elsewhere. Typically with extensive surgery like that drains are used. Best to have a consultation to discuss options.
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