I had a surgery on my right breast 27 years ago and my third rib from the top was removed. So i am missing a rib right under my breast. I want to have breast implants now. Is this risky for me? Would implant cause any damage to my lungs?
July 19, 2024
Answer: Might be okay; In person evaluation is needed I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and profile implants. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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July 19, 2024
Answer: Might be okay; In person evaluation is needed I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and profile implants. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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July 18, 2024
Answer: Implants in front of the muscle Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs or told us your bra size. However, breast implants can be placed in front to the muscle, that way the muscle will in between your breast and lungs and will not allow the implant to compress your lungs. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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July 18, 2024
Answer: Implants in front of the muscle Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs or told us your bra size. However, breast implants can be placed in front to the muscle, that way the muscle will in between your breast and lungs and will not allow the implant to compress your lungs. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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