I finally got scheduled for my breast implant removal. I've had the implants 10 years, saline and under the muscle. My question is: my removal is April 23 and my brother is graduating medical school May 2. I don't want to change the date of removal because it would be awhile before they could reschedule. I am suppose to fly from VA to FL April 30 or May 1st. Would it be ok to travel that soon?
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I'm very sorry for your experience. This is a good, if painful, example of why surgeons are often reluctant to remove implants unless they really have to - it's nearly impossible to replicate the breast shape and volume that women have become used to without at least smaller implants....
I do a lot of breast implant removals with breast lift. It is a great surgery, for those who are good candidates, and allows you to get back to "all you" with a higher breast. The key to a successful surgery is how much natural tissue you have, and if you have enough tissue to have a safe...
