Having 12 year old 350 cc silicone implants removed. Surgeon says explant only and no lift. I think I’d be happier with lift. I don’t want deflated saggy boobs :(
March 19, 2019
Answer: Should I get a lollipop lift with explant? (Photo) To properly answer this question would require a physical examination. Photographs alone are not adequate in this situation. Since your surgeon has already performed the examination it is probable that a lift would not be necessary. You also always have the option of deferring the lift now and returning for the procedure if you are unhappy with the appearance.
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March 19, 2019
Answer: Should I get a lollipop lift with explant? (Photo) To properly answer this question would require a physical examination. Photographs alone are not adequate in this situation. Since your surgeon has already performed the examination it is probable that a lift would not be necessary. You also always have the option of deferring the lift now and returning for the procedure if you are unhappy with the appearance.
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March 14, 2019
Answer: Should I get a lollipop lift with explant? Thank you for the excellent question. Nothing will replace in-person evaluation when it comes to providing you with good advice. In other words, whether to lift breasts at the same time as removal of breast implants or "stage" the procedures is a decision that is best individualized. Every patient starts out with different anatomy, different goals/expectations, as well as different preferences… I have found in my practice, that when breast lifting surgery is definitely going to be necessary in order to achieve an aesthetically pleasing outcome, MOST patients prefer to have the breast lifting performed at the time of breast implant removal. Most patients simply do not wish to undergo two operations, if avoidable. On the other hand, there are patients who (where safety considerations such as potential for loss of blood supply to tissues…), benefit from a two-stage approach. For example, there are patients who benefit from the following operation: removal of breast implants and capsulectomy surgery, if indicated based on the patient's clinical situation and examination (in the first stage). A second stage breast lift may be more accurately planned and more safely executed. In "borderline" cases where there is doubt whether breast lifting is necessary or not, I advise patients to undergo explantation only and to give their breasts the benefit of the doubt before deciding whether breast lifting would be beneficial. Patience is definitely indicated after removal of breast implants; it will take many months/year for the skin to “bounce back” and for you to see the final appearance of the breasts. As you can see, there is much to consider (which is why nothing replaces individualized care, centered on good communication and good judgment, provided by a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon). My best advice: select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she has significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then, communicate your goals carefully, as well. Working together you will come up with a good plan to achieve your goals. Best wishes.
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March 14, 2019
Answer: Should I get a lollipop lift with explant? Thank you for the excellent question. Nothing will replace in-person evaluation when it comes to providing you with good advice. In other words, whether to lift breasts at the same time as removal of breast implants or "stage" the procedures is a decision that is best individualized. Every patient starts out with different anatomy, different goals/expectations, as well as different preferences… I have found in my practice, that when breast lifting surgery is definitely going to be necessary in order to achieve an aesthetically pleasing outcome, MOST patients prefer to have the breast lifting performed at the time of breast implant removal. Most patients simply do not wish to undergo two operations, if avoidable. On the other hand, there are patients who (where safety considerations such as potential for loss of blood supply to tissues…), benefit from a two-stage approach. For example, there are patients who benefit from the following operation: removal of breast implants and capsulectomy surgery, if indicated based on the patient's clinical situation and examination (in the first stage). A second stage breast lift may be more accurately planned and more safely executed. In "borderline" cases where there is doubt whether breast lifting is necessary or not, I advise patients to undergo explantation only and to give their breasts the benefit of the doubt before deciding whether breast lifting would be beneficial. Patience is definitely indicated after removal of breast implants; it will take many months/year for the skin to “bounce back” and for you to see the final appearance of the breasts. As you can see, there is much to consider (which is why nothing replaces individualized care, centered on good communication and good judgment, provided by a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon). My best advice: select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she has significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then, communicate your goals carefully, as well. Working together you will come up with a good plan to achieve your goals. Best wishes.
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