What should I do if my surgeon charged me for silicone implants but I received saline?

Thank you for your question. Your left side implant is displaced superiorly and laterally, and the pocket is closed off medially. This could happen due to capsular contracture when scar tissue forms tightly around the implant, distorting its position and shape. This can be effectively addressed...

The answer to this question is dependent on a number of factors. One is certainly your lifestyle- for patients who are very active, frequently lift, and are worried about animation deformity- subfascial augmentation can be a great option. However, it is also dependent on anatomy- For those...

Dear Compassionate873954, bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery. Bottoming out can also occur if an...

For someone who surfs, under-the-muscle (submuscular) implant placement is generally a better choice. Here’s why: 1. More Natural Look and Feel: Placing implants under the muscle allows the chest muscles to cover the implant better, which can create a more natural contour, especially in active m...

Dear manix0, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations...

Dear JessicaO224, my preferred lift is a lollipop lift when a periareolar won't do (ie greater than 2cm lift required). The lollipop technique was created by a Canadian plastic surgeon named Elizabeth Hall-Findley and treats the breast as a three dimensional structure instead of two dimensions...