Asked By:megsyc in Tnaot Chum, Kampong Thom Province, Cambodia
I had an augmentation around 2008. I’m a little overdue to change them, but in recent X-rays one of my implants look really strange. Is there a problem with it that I should be concerned about? One side looks like a cloudy shadow, and the other side looks smaller with a heavy outline and mainly empty.
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Thank you for your question regarding the size of implant you should choose to see an actual difference of at least 1 to 2 cup sizes larger. When undergoing a breast implant exchange, a change of at least 100 cc should be made to see a noticeable difference. In your case, if you did not see a...
Thank you for your question about whether to opt for smaller implants. Your apprehension about experiencing the same or worse issues, specifically capsular contracture, is valid. Statistically, patients who have experienced capsular contracture are at a higher risk of encountering it again, even...
Go back to your surgeon and discuss your concerns. You might check your preop paperwork to see what is the practice's policy about revisional surgery and costs.
