I lost all nipple sensation after my 2nd revision years ago. I now have capsular contracture and am scheduled for a revision to downsize, anchor lift and pocket tightening. Does the loss of sensation increase my post op risk for complications such as necrosis? What are my best options? Thank You
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What you have now is a little large for your frame and causing your implants to sit somewhat high. Going larger will make this worse. The pockets could be lowered, but I suggest keeping this size. You may also have more rippling with larger implants as your tissue will be stretched and thinned...
With your anatomy, your breasts naturally sit somewhat low on your chest and your bases cannot be raised. Your nipples are in good position, but one breast does sit slightly lower than the other. Going larger may give a little more upper breast fullness, but more likely to sag again with time. ...
Dear hansonJ86,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
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