Revision surgery - do you have to pay?

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do u have to pay for revision surgery? I'm 10months post op and my implants are still high, I posted pictures yesterday, and got good response from many surgeons, i hope u can still see the pictures. I don't have pre op ones, but i was very empty breasted preop, but my nipples didn't point as low as what they do now. I have 330/300cc dual plane, I saw my surgeon 2 weeks ago and he wants to wait till June to review them again. Will loosing weight help them drop or make them worse.I'm 5,8 10st 5

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I am sorry to hear about your disappointment with the results of the breast surgery.  Policy regarding coverage of expenses for revisionary surgery will vary from office to office and probably on a case-by-case basis as well. Costs of revisionary surgery may range from zero,  to anesthesia/surgery center fees, to discounted surgeon's fees.Generally, successful plastic surgeons rely on positive word-of-mouth and will work hard to maintain satisfied patients.  Also, generally speaking, I suggest patients communicate their concerns in a calm and constructive fashion; this form communication tends to be much more effective than confrontational communication.Hopefully through courteous/respectful communication you and your plastic surgeon will be able to work out a plan to achieve your goals. You may find the attached link, dedicated to revisionary breast surgery concerns, helpful as you learn more. Best wishes.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question about breast implant revision.Negotiating the cost of revision surgery is something that you will have to discuss directly with your surgeon.To be sure, return to see your surgery or see two or more experienced, board-certified Plastic Surgeons for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have surgery.I hope this helps.

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

This depends entirely on the surgeon.  If I find that there is something that I think could have been done better from a technical point of view, I will fix it for free.  Losing weight should not be avoided just because you have implants.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

From your description it sounds as though a revision will procedure will be necessary. In my practice I do not charge patients a professional fee for a revision. This is made very clear to the patient's prior to the original operation.

Revision surgery - do you have to pay?

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Answer: Payment policy for revision will breast surgery should be understood before the primary operation.

Answer: Payment policy for revision will breast surgery should be understood before the primary operation.

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