I’m 6 months post op, subfascial silicone. I’ve got quite a bit of lateral displacement when laying flat on my back, & when laying on my stomach, my implants go into my armpits. According to my records, I have poor elasticity. My implants are large, 535cc & 560cc. After speaking with other prospective surgeons, I’ve been told my pockets were over dissected & my natural breast crease was lowered on my right side. What is the best way to fix this? GalaFlex mesh? Capsulorraphy?
Answer: Best Way To Fox Pocket Overdissection Thanks for your question, & including your photos! In my experience of doing thousands of breast augmentation surgeries, I’d favor a mix of internal capsulorhaphy, using both strong internal permanent Sutures, & a “popcorning” method. I don’t usually use ADM for people with your situation, although some surgeons do. Best of luck to you!
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Answer: Best Way To Fox Pocket Overdissection Thanks for your question, & including your photos! In my experience of doing thousands of breast augmentation surgeries, I’d favor a mix of internal capsulorhaphy, using both strong internal permanent Sutures, & a “popcorning” method. I don’t usually use ADM for people with your situation, although some surgeons do. Best of luck to you!
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September 29, 2018
Answer: What is the best way to fix over-dissection of pockets? Thank you for the question and pictures. Internal suture repair of the breast implant capsule ( capsulorrhaphy) will be necessary to prevent breast implant displacement and better center the breasts on the chest wall. In my practice, this repair is done with a 2 layered permanent suture technique. The use of acellular dermal matrix is an option (although not usually necessary) especially if significant implant rippling/palpability is present. During the procedure, the capsule close to the sternum may need to be opened as well ( reverse capsulotomy). Depending on your goals and measurements, changing breast implants may or may not be necessary. I generally suggest patients wait at least 6 months before undergoing this type of surgery. In my opinion, the more developed/stronger the breast implant capsule, the better the repair ( sutures “hold” better). I also think that postoperative management is very important in achieving successful results after this type of surgery. I advise my patients to keep their elbows by their sides as much as possible for several months after the procedure is performed. Best wishes.
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September 29, 2018
Answer: What is the best way to fix over-dissection of pockets? Thank you for the question and pictures. Internal suture repair of the breast implant capsule ( capsulorrhaphy) will be necessary to prevent breast implant displacement and better center the breasts on the chest wall. In my practice, this repair is done with a 2 layered permanent suture technique. The use of acellular dermal matrix is an option (although not usually necessary) especially if significant implant rippling/palpability is present. During the procedure, the capsule close to the sternum may need to be opened as well ( reverse capsulotomy). Depending on your goals and measurements, changing breast implants may or may not be necessary. I generally suggest patients wait at least 6 months before undergoing this type of surgery. In my opinion, the more developed/stronger the breast implant capsule, the better the repair ( sutures “hold” better). I also think that postoperative management is very important in achieving successful results after this type of surgery. I advise my patients to keep their elbows by their sides as much as possible for several months after the procedure is performed. Best wishes.
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September 28, 2018
Answer: Exchange and Modified Benelli Your breasts were asymmetrical in volume, shape and position pre-operatively. Also, your nipple-areola complex was aiming outwardly and the breasts are widely separated. Simply adding implant would not solve the problem. The surgeon centered the implants under the nipple-areola complex resulting in lateral dissection and displacement. Using a passive technique such as GalaFlex or suture will improve your lateral displacement but will not correct the asymmetry or direction and position of the nipples. I recommend a modified Benelli approach. Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, smaller implants can be replaced in the retro-pectoral position, rather than subfascial.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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September 28, 2018
Answer: Exchange and Modified Benelli Your breasts were asymmetrical in volume, shape and position pre-operatively. Also, your nipple-areola complex was aiming outwardly and the breasts are widely separated. Simply adding implant would not solve the problem. The surgeon centered the implants under the nipple-areola complex resulting in lateral dissection and displacement. Using a passive technique such as GalaFlex or suture will improve your lateral displacement but will not correct the asymmetry or direction and position of the nipples. I recommend a modified Benelli approach. Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, smaller implants can be replaced in the retro-pectoral position, rather than subfascial.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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September 28, 2018
Answer: Capsulorraphy Also known as capsulopexy, I sew off the capsule with a permanent suture. Usually this fixes the problem. With a biologic, the challenge is still that you have to have good purchase on the chest wall. If I can get that without a biologic, there is one less step (and expense!) involved.Good Luck!
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September 28, 2018
Answer: Capsulorraphy Also known as capsulopexy, I sew off the capsule with a permanent suture. Usually this fixes the problem. With a biologic, the challenge is still that you have to have good purchase on the chest wall. If I can get that without a biologic, there is one less step (and expense!) involved.Good Luck!
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September 28, 2018
Answer: Breast Augmentation Revision Hi AlexandriaInTexas, Breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective surgery. Many patients come in to correct poor outcomes from their initial surgeries. The most common problems are due to implant malposition, bottoming out of the implant, poor scarring, and incorrect implant size. While the type of revision required will depend on the result of the previous surgery and the desired result of the patient, some revisions involve extensive pocket repair that may or may not need specialized external bras. If you are considering breast surgery revision, you should speak with a board certified plastic surgeon and have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Also, you have to make sure that your surgeon understands your breast augmentation goals. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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September 28, 2018
Answer: Breast Augmentation Revision Hi AlexandriaInTexas, Breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective surgery. Many patients come in to correct poor outcomes from their initial surgeries. The most common problems are due to implant malposition, bottoming out of the implant, poor scarring, and incorrect implant size. While the type of revision required will depend on the result of the previous surgery and the desired result of the patient, some revisions involve extensive pocket repair that may or may not need specialized external bras. If you are considering breast surgery revision, you should speak with a board certified plastic surgeon and have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Also, you have to make sure that your surgeon understands your breast augmentation goals. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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