I appreciate the Dr that have answered my post. Why is it so much more money to replace my implants? I have my mammogram scheduled for tomorrow . Two doctors have told me it will be 10,000 to remove scar tissue and replace the implants with silicone implants. I look on here and I see a lift And implants at around 7-8,000. How can it be a two hour surgery? What do you do to remove a capsulized pocket? How long will it take for the pocket to shrink after the rupture? Is it best to get a lift?
Answer: Why is it so expensive to replace a ruptured implant? When it comes to costs of surgery, there may be many “variables” involved. The specific surgeon's credentials/experience level (or lack thereof), the specific geographic area you are looking at, the different operations available, the location of the procedure (quality of surgery facility), type/quality of anesthesia provide… are some of the potential variables involved. Undoubtedly, the complexity and/or lenghth of the planned procedures in your case, may explain the costs of surgery. You will find some average costs of surgery listed on this website and on individual plastic surgeons' websites as well.
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Answer: Why is it so expensive to replace a ruptured implant? When it comes to costs of surgery, there may be many “variables” involved. The specific surgeon's credentials/experience level (or lack thereof), the specific geographic area you are looking at, the different operations available, the location of the procedure (quality of surgery facility), type/quality of anesthesia provide… are some of the potential variables involved. Undoubtedly, the complexity and/or lenghth of the planned procedures in your case, may explain the costs of surgery. You will find some average costs of surgery listed on this website and on individual plastic surgeons' websites as well.
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Answer: Replacing Ruptured Breast Implants You did not describe what type of silicone gel implants you plan to have. Textured round silicone gel implants and anatomic silicone gel implants are more expensive than saline implants and smooth round silicone gel implants. Removal of scar tissue, or capsulectomy, is indicated if there is surrounding scar tissue that has distorted your previous implants or made them feel very firm. Replacing implants along with capsulectomy is a more difficult and time consuming procedure than the original operation to place the breast implants. You did not provide photos or other information to determine if you might be a potential candidate for a breast lift. If you are not satisfied with the two doctors you saw then consider a third opinion from an experienced plastic surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. Good luck!
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Answer: Replacing Ruptured Breast Implants You did not describe what type of silicone gel implants you plan to have. Textured round silicone gel implants and anatomic silicone gel implants are more expensive than saline implants and smooth round silicone gel implants. Removal of scar tissue, or capsulectomy, is indicated if there is surrounding scar tissue that has distorted your previous implants or made them feel very firm. Replacing implants along with capsulectomy is a more difficult and time consuming procedure than the original operation to place the breast implants. You did not provide photos or other information to determine if you might be a potential candidate for a breast lift. If you are not satisfied with the two doctors you saw then consider a third opinion from an experienced plastic surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery. Good luck!
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Go to another MD. It should be cheaper. Go to another MD. It should be cheaper. Shop around until you find doctor you like at the price you want.GG Gallico MD
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Go to another MD. It should be cheaper. Go to another MD. It should be cheaper. Shop around until you find doctor you like at the price you want.GG Gallico MD
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October 24, 2014
Answer: Why is it so expensive to replace a ruptured implant? In many cases surgery fees are based on time. Removal of scar tissue for capsular contracture usually does require more time than it takes to perform a first time breast augmentation. Two hours is not an unreasonable estimate for surgical time. Thank you for sharing your concerns. Best wishes.
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October 24, 2014
Answer: Why is it so expensive to replace a ruptured implant? In many cases surgery fees are based on time. Removal of scar tissue for capsular contracture usually does require more time than it takes to perform a first time breast augmentation. Two hours is not an unreasonable estimate for surgical time. Thank you for sharing your concerns. Best wishes.
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October 24, 2014
Answer: Why is it so expensive to replace a ruptured implant? You are right, that does sound like a lot of money, but fees vary dramatically around the country. Taking out the scar tissue can be a very tedious process.
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October 24, 2014
Answer: Why is it so expensive to replace a ruptured implant? You are right, that does sound like a lot of money, but fees vary dramatically around the country. Taking out the scar tissue can be a very tedious process.
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