Unilateral mastectomy 2020. TE filled 780, awaiting exchange w overfilled 800cc saline implant & reduction/lift to remaining breast. Sagging significant size 44D. Want to achieve same breast shape. Worried I’ll end up w 1 circular reconstructed breast & 1 sloped breast on reduction side. TE slide to side & now have dip in cleavage. PS didn’t seem like he wanted to fix. I asked about tightening of pocket. PS sts poss Fat Grafts but seemed put out by fixing cleavage dip?
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Depending on the thickness of your skin this may be an option, however following a mastectomy this is considered "prepectoral" breast reconstruction as there is no breast fascia remaining. You should find a plethora of information on prepectoral reconstruction when searching this term. I have...
In general, smoking cessation is recommended for the entirety of the time that you are having reconstruction. Smoking greatly increases your risk of having all complications including skin necrosis, infection, and need for revision. At the minimum you will have to stop smoking 6 weeks prior to...
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With reconstructive replacement of tissue expanders to permanent implants, you can expect your final implant to be around the same volume as what you currently have. I recommend speaking with your plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns.