I had bilateral mastectomy with breast expanders reconstruction in June 2022. After this I had radiation treatment to my left breast. My implant replacement surgery is scheduled for March 2023. My breasts now are asymmetrical and too far appart. During my last doctors appointment my plastic surgeon told me that vertical asymmetry will fixed by lifting right non-radiated breast but horisontal position can not be changed. I’m very disappointed and would like to hear other’s doctors opinion.
January 9, 2023
Answer: Implant positioning I depends on what position your tissue expanders and future implants are in. If they are under the pectoralis muscle, then your surgeon will be limited in how much he/she can move the implants towards the center line by your muscle anatomy. The attachment of your pec muscles to your sternum (breast bone) cannot be completely cut because that will cause significant permanent damage to your breast reconstruction and pec muscle function. Typically, the most you can move implants towards the center line to increase cleavage when the implants are under the muscle is about a half inch. If your implants are above the muscle, there is a lot more capacity for moving them towards the center to achieve increased cleavage because your surgeon does not have to worry about injuring the muscle.
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January 9, 2023
Answer: Implant positioning I depends on what position your tissue expanders and future implants are in. If they are under the pectoralis muscle, then your surgeon will be limited in how much he/she can move the implants towards the center line by your muscle anatomy. The attachment of your pec muscles to your sternum (breast bone) cannot be completely cut because that will cause significant permanent damage to your breast reconstruction and pec muscle function. Typically, the most you can move implants towards the center line to increase cleavage when the implants are under the muscle is about a half inch. If your implants are above the muscle, there is a lot more capacity for moving them towards the center to achieve increased cleavage because your surgeon does not have to worry about injuring the muscle.
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January 4, 2023
Answer: Implant placement Dear Reliable549522, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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January 4, 2023
Answer: Implant placement Dear Reliable549522, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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