I had reconstructive surgery 5 years after my mastectomy but I only got an implant. I would like to have it redone so that both breasts will look the same or atleast close. I would like a nipple as well. is it possible to have re-reconstructive breast surgery if you are not happy w/the look?
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Answer: Can you have revision breast reconstruction if you are unhappy with your results?
Theoretically your insurance is required to cover all breast reconstruction required following breast cancer surgery. The problem is that fat grafting is a new technique and may be considered "experimental" by your insurance company. A strong letter of necessity with pre-authorization from the...
Thank you for your question and photos, and sorry to learn about your disappointment with your result this far. I agree with your concern about the unnatural upper pole fullness most evident on the profile view.
Of the three dimensions associated with every implant (diameter or width, volume,...
It is unfortunate that you had 200 cc of your own breast tissue removed. At this time, your best option is explantation using a curvilinear incision and use the the inframammary fold incision to reposition your existing breast tissue higher. After 6 months you can consider implants higher on...
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