What can be done to correct my results? 1 year post op, breast implant revision with mastopexy and capsulorraphy (photos)

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12 months ago I had an implant revision with mastopexy. The results are awful and continue to get worse. The implants float around my chest and slide under my arms. They are low and my sternum is obvious and the chest above the implants is flat and boney. Another doctor said a revision would cost $26000! I am in deep depression and do not know what to do. I feel violated and I can not afford $26,000. I do not want my first doctor to try to 'fix' it. What should I do?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Persistent661725,
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 and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

It’s a tough case because you have very thin skin. Your implants have bottomed out and the skin in the lower portion I of your  breasts has stretched out.  The skin in the lower portion can be tightened and that will help

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns. The inferior incisions could be opened, some excess skin removed, and the inferior pockets could be tightened to help lift the implants. Mesh would be helpful. The lateral pockets could also be tightened to help contain the implants. This should not cost $26,000 and perhaps your surgeon would wave some of the cost. It is worth asking.  You do have naturally low sitting breasts and the bases cannot be raised. This is your anatomy.

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