Thirteen years ago I had a subglandular procedure that left me with rippling in my cleavage. During my revision consultation with a new surgeon, I pointed out the problem as it was the biggest issue to address. Two months post-surgery I saw ripples in the same spot and learned the dr didn’t move the implants under the muscle like we discussed. My pocket is also too big (boob falls into my armpit) though she claims she stitched it… she will redo them but it will still cost me $6k (OR fees, implants, anesthesiologist), which seems unfair since we didn't actually address the issue and do what we discussed… do I have any rights here?
Answer: Failure to Abide by Plan Although this is not a legal contract, planning and consenting for one surgery (changing pockets) and not performing that surgery is in essence a breach of contract, and a failure in honesty. I would hope that she didn't charge a surgical fee for your revision, but the fact she wants to charge you for a second revision makes it likely she did. In this day and age where it is most common to place implants into a subpectoral position, especially for women with your lean sternal region, the fact that she didn't the first time and then balked on the second attempt makes me concerned not just about her judgement but also her abilities. Moving forward, she is your cheapest option, but one you should think about carefully.
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Answer: Failure to Abide by Plan Although this is not a legal contract, planning and consenting for one surgery (changing pockets) and not performing that surgery is in essence a breach of contract, and a failure in honesty. I would hope that she didn't charge a surgical fee for your revision, but the fact she wants to charge you for a second revision makes it likely she did. In this day and age where it is most common to place implants into a subpectoral position, especially for women with your lean sternal region, the fact that she didn't the first time and then balked on the second attempt makes me concerned not just about her judgement but also her abilities. Moving forward, she is your cheapest option, but one you should think about carefully.
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January 25, 2022
Answer: Breast surgery You need the implant placed under the muscle so you don't get rippling in that area. I don't know what you discussed with your surgeon regarding above or below the muscle. Many surgeons charge for revisions at least anesthesia, operating room and implants.
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January 25, 2022
Answer: Breast surgery You need the implant placed under the muscle so you don't get rippling in that area. I don't know what you discussed with your surgeon regarding above or below the muscle. Many surgeons charge for revisions at least anesthesia, operating room and implants.
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Revision policy Dear Eclectic208721,
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Revision policy Dear Eclectic208721,
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Implants Not Under The Muscle Good evening,
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Implants Not Under The Muscle Good evening,
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Revision costs Thirteen years is a very, very long time. Nothing remains static for such an extended period. I think it is unreasonable to expect a complimentary procedure now. Without knowing the original cost and the surgeon’s side of the story, it’s impossible to come to a conclusion. There may well be OR, anesthesia and implant costs which are substantial here and are adding to the proposed fee.
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Revision costs Thirteen years is a very, very long time. Nothing remains static for such an extended period. I think it is unreasonable to expect a complimentary procedure now. Without knowing the original cost and the surgeon’s side of the story, it’s impossible to come to a conclusion. There may well be OR, anesthesia and implant costs which are substantial here and are adding to the proposed fee.
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