I had cohesive gel implants under the muscle in 2016. The right one became infected. The surgeon removed it and replaced it with another which also became infected. It was then removed for eight months to give me time to heal. Once it was put back in it fell below the scar line. They then put them over the muscles on both sides. This again fell on the right and had to be corrected. Now it’s 2022 and I just Found out that my left implant has a rupture. What should I do I am scared To do this again
Answer: Recommend getting the implants removed as soon as possible to avoid further complications Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.
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Answer: Recommend getting the implants removed as soon as possible to avoid further complications Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Ruptured implants I'm sorry to hear of the numerous issues you've had with your implants! If your implant has ruptured it is best to remove it along with the capsule. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon about your situation to discuss possible reasons for your problematic history. Perhaps it was the size of the implant? The technique used? Were you a smoker? If the potential reason can be uncovered perhaps it will give you some comfort going forward.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Ruptured implants I'm sorry to hear of the numerous issues you've had with your implants! If your implant has ruptured it is best to remove it along with the capsule. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon about your situation to discuss possible reasons for your problematic history. Perhaps it was the size of the implant? The technique used? Were you a smoker? If the potential reason can be uncovered perhaps it will give you some comfort going forward.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Implants If you decide to keep implants, I would suggest going down in size so there is less stress and weight on your tissue. You did not say what size implants you have, but I suspect they are too large for your tissue.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Implants If you decide to keep implants, I would suggest going down in size so there is less stress and weight on your tissue. You did not say what size implants you have, but I suspect they are too large for your tissue.
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Recurrent rupture and infection issues with Breast Implants Hello!
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September 6, 2022
Answer: Recurrent rupture and infection issues with Breast Implants Hello!
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September 5, 2022
Answer: Ruptured implant after many complications. What should I do? Hello @katiebianchi, thank you for your question. It depends on priorities. Implant rupture has 2 options: to remove the implants for good or replace them. However, ruptured implants must be removed. My suggestion is a definitive total Explantation with the removal not only of the implant but also the capsules and the reconstruction of the breast tissue to reconfigure it. Due to the experience of so many explantation surgeries practiced in these 21 years I consider that the L-shaped incision is the minimum and smallest scar possible in this surgery. I link to a video about asymmetry with breast prostheses rupture that will shed some more light. To obtain more information and recommendations, it is best to consult one or more board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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September 5, 2022
Answer: Ruptured implant after many complications. What should I do? Hello @katiebianchi, thank you for your question. It depends on priorities. Implant rupture has 2 options: to remove the implants for good or replace them. However, ruptured implants must be removed. My suggestion is a definitive total Explantation with the removal not only of the implant but also the capsules and the reconstruction of the breast tissue to reconfigure it. Due to the experience of so many explantation surgeries practiced in these 21 years I consider that the L-shaped incision is the minimum and smallest scar possible in this surgery. I link to a video about asymmetry with breast prostheses rupture that will shed some more light. To obtain more information and recommendations, it is best to consult one or more board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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