Implants too big & painful - would revision surgery be done by Medicare? (Photos)

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My breast implants are too big They're causing me much pain Also there's scar tissue that is very present I had capsular contracture but fixed now this is the result I started with tuberous disease was covered by Medicare Would be interested to have a revision to remove scar tissue and have smaller implants I have thoracic outlet syndrome heavy breasts aren't helpful Would this still be done by Medicare number I don't want anchor scar with my history of scarring

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photos and questions. Implant exchange would be considered cosmetic and not covered by insurance.  Many plastic surgery offices accept various medical financing plans which may be an option for you.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Graceful830063,
Breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective surgery.Many patients come in to correct poor outcomes from their initial surgeries. The most common problems are due to implant malposition, bottoming out of the implant, poor scarring, and incorrect implant size.While the type of revision required will depend on the result of the previous surgery and the desired result of the patient, some revisions involve extensive pocket repair that may or may not need specialized external bras.If you are considering breast surgery revision, you should speak with a board certified plastic surgeon and have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Also, you have to make sure that your surgeon understands your breast augmentation goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I am very surprised that Medicare covered your first surgery since it was cosmetic. But, since Medicare covered your first surgery, they might cover the second.

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