I have small, uneven breasts that I wish to correct with BA surgery. Recently, I decided to contact plastic surgeons near me to discuss options. Today, I was told by a surgeon that I have scoliosis (never heard of this condition before), and that the 'unevenness' can never be corrected. I was also told there is no way to know how the breast augmentation will look until after the procedure. Also, that my skin is very thick, and this will lengthen time of recovery. Does this all sound realistic?
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Hello,Immediately post op, you can expect swelling to increase the tightness and pressure of your surgical bra somewhat. I recommend that you share your concerns with your Plastic Surgeon so that they can advise you of any alternative options and ensure that your pain is managed well. All the best
Your breast implant is not attached in one place. It is placed in a pocket in which it will move as you move. There is no way to affix an implant to a spot on your chest wall. Textured implants tend to move less and the dimensions of the pocket can affect movement but the fact that the implant...
Thank you for your question. It depends on the surgeon and your preferences who can take the stitches out. Some nurses are trained to take out stitches so it should be fine. Just visit your surgeon if you want to speak to him directly regarding this. Best of luck. Dr....