Doctor Q&A

I got a breast augmentation 11 months ago, 375cc under the muscle. My left breast during the healing has been the most problematic. I was prescribed medication to soften the capsule and drop the implant. I did a follow up a month ago and everything was good to go. 3 weeks ago, I went almost a whole day without a supportive bra. I woke the next day with my breast sore. I didn’t think much about it and trained my upper back. I woke up the following day with my left breast getting a lot of muscle spasms. As of now, I still feel the vibrations on my left breast. It has subsided a lot compared to the first day I felt them. My implants still feel fine and squishy. But I am concerned, when should I visit my surgeon? The muscle spasms are concerning me. I also been having some small pain when I extend my left arm.

I am getting implants. I cant recall the exaxt cc's. I am thinking 350.Just curious how much pain can be expected 24 hours after surgery?

I’m a 50-year-old woman, 5’2” and currently 140 lb after losing about 68 lb. I have another 10–15 lb to lose before reaching my goal. I feel good physically, I’ve worked hard to get healthy, and I want my body to reflect that. The sagging abdominal skin, stubborn fat and urinary incontinence are affecting my self-esteem. The incontinence has become worse since losing weight. I also suspect some abdominal muscle separation, although this hasn’t been formally diagnosed. I had an ischemic stroke at 46. My right internal carotid artery is completely blocked, with good collateral circulation. I have no other known heart or vascular conditions. My blood pressure is optimal and my cholesterol is within the normal range. I take Plavix and ASA 81 mg for life, along with long-term Repatha and Zepbound. Could someone with my history still be considered for a tummy tuck once their weight is stable? If muscle repair is needed, could it potentially help with the incontinence? I understand that nobody can determine my candidacy online, but I’d appreciate honest, general opinions about whether there is a realistic possibility for someone with my history.

If I want to get my tubes tied, can it be done during a tummy tuck by an OB- Gyn while the plastic surgeon does the tummy tuck? if it should not be done together, should i do the tube tying first and how long would you recommend waiting in between? Thanks!!

Hi, I'm wondering if there's a doctor in the US (will consider overseas) who will operate on me? I weigh 230 lbs & am 5'5. I had lipo done on my abs, legs, pubic area, flanks & chin in December of last year, but unfortunately the doctor didn't do a good job & I look the same. Now I want to get a tummy tuck along with lipo on my flanks, arms & chin but most doctors I've tried on this site will not operate on me b/c of my BMI. I've tried to lose 30 lbs but always put the weight back on.

I was approved for $13,500 in financing . Care Credit ($7000) & Alpheaon Credit ($6500). I’ve been speaking with places and they stated they wanted a cash deposit to hold my spot & that I couldn’t use any of my financing . I was just curious is that common or or are there some places that except the financing for the surgery and the deposit ?

I am 31 year old male, current weight 180lbs and I have lost 30lbs recently and prior weight loss of 50lbs about 10 Years ago. I’ve lost volume in my butt and it’s become somewhat loose and squishy, I have been thinking about surgery for my abdomen and chest for many years but now I am considering this also. I’m not looking for a major change but I’m thinking a little more volume is what I’m looking for. Would this be recommended doing with some abdomen and chest work? What would be the best route for my abdomen and chest? I am in Arizona and have not had any consultations.

Mommy makeover including tummy tuck , muscle repairs , lipo , breast lift . They say it is 10 hours surgery does this sound correct ? Is this too many procedures in one operation ? It seems like a long time to be under ? The surgery in Bali Indonesia .

Hi, Please give your honest opinion on when I should safely fly (3.5 hour flight) after mummy make over (abdominoplasty, liposuction and breast reduction). I have booked my surgery (in Istanbul) and current plan is to fly home 7 days later but I am concerned that this is too soon and could risk complications. Thank you, Melina

Can you tell me what type of incisions to anticipate for a neck / face procedure.

Hello! I’m 25 years old, around 125 lbs and 5’4”, and I’m considering having a breast augmentation. I’ve had two consultations so far. One surgeon suggested 250 cc, while another suggested 300 cc, both placed above the muscle, as I have enough breast tissue to cover the implants. My main concern is that 250 cc might look too small on my frame, while 300 cc might end up looking too big. I also have a fairly wide rib cage, so it’s been difficult to compare myself to other women online, as many seem to have a much narrower chest. How much difference 50 cc would actually make in this situation?

I had a breast reduction over a year ago through insurance and about 400 grams was removed from each breast. I terribly miss the size and regret the reduction. If i get 425 cc implants will they be the same size as before? do grams of fat and cc of implants correlate in that way?

Current Stats - 34AA/AAA with minimal breast tissue. Breast width is 13.5. Height and weight is 5'7 and 127lbs. During the consultation I was able to try on sizers and I ultimately gravitated towards the look of the Motiva mini 400cc round implant just because the side profile of the breast looked wider/taller compared to the other sizers they had me try on. I do not want my implants to look like two balls stuck on a flat washboard and I am fearful that the implants will be pushed towards the outer sides of my chest, giving that huge gap in the middle. If I did want more projection, I'm assuming that I would have to get a larger volume implant to get that same implant diameter, correct? Is a higher profile going to give me that washboard and two balls look?

I am getting a primary breast augmentation with silicone implants in two weeks. I recently had my pre-op appointment. Based on my goals and having tried on various sizers, my surgeon and I selected Sientra high profile 385cc round implants, dual plane.My rationale was that I loved the look of the 355cc sizers, but my surgeon advised that the healed implants would look a bit smaller and less projected. So, with that in mind, we felt it better to go a smidge bigger to account for the compression that placing it under the muscle will add, hence landing at 385cc.My question lies around my breast width diameter. My BWD was measured both physically and digitally at 10.5cm, whereas this implant has a base diameter of 12.5cm. Will this automatically spell doom for me?As we discussed at our consult and pre-op, I am hoping for noticeably fuller breasts with nice softness, more lower pole fullness than upper pole, nice cleavage, and a natural profile/slope.Does all of this sound reasonable? Should I be going with a smaller high profile implant to be closer to my BWD, or is it true that there is some wiggle room with respect to BWD and implant diameter, and that surgical skill plays a big part? I guess my only hesitancy with going forward is that the implants would be under too much tension and feel less soft than I'd like.I am 5'2" and 122 lbs, currently a 32B hoping to gain at least 2 cup sizes. My measurements right now are 33-26-38. I am petite in height but fairly curvy.

Im looking to go quite large, as large as I can go honestly. I dont mind some sagging and am not opposed to a lift in the future.