2nd revision due to lateral displacement- need advice (Photo)

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I had a lift w 400cc saline implants in May of 2021. My right implant moved around to much from the beginning. Had revision by suturing pocket and now it has fallen laterally again and so has the left. Talking revision w ps and we have talked tightening lift + galaflex. Just so ready to be able to enjoy my breasts! Does this plan sound reasonable? Will it be permanent besides natural aging and gravity? Thank you.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thankyou for your query. The plan to fix the problem of  lateral displacement and laxity of breast tissue, using a tightening lift and galaflex seems good. The tightening mastopexy will help tighten  the breast tissue and prevent lateral displacement  while galaflex will help form a firm envelop as it slowly dissolves and is replaced by firm fibrous tissue.  The results should be long lasting. Please discuss this with your Plastic surgeon who can help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

The technique I recommend is explantation and lift using The Bellesoma Method.  The implants are removed, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained if not injured during your previous surgery.  Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Graceful05,
breast revision surgery is the most difficult plastic surgery procedure performed. Botched breast surgery alters normal tissue planes and laxity, the ability of breasts to heal properly, and leaves scar tissue that dramatically affects the level of difficulty of the corrective surgery.Many patients come in to correct poor outcomes from their initial surgeries. The most common problems are due to implant malposition, bottoming out of the implant, poor scarring, and incorrect implant size.While the type of revision required will depend on the result of the previous surgery and the desired result of the patient, some revisions involve extensive pocket repair that may or may not need specialized external bras.If you are considering breast surgery revision, you should speak with a board certified plastic surgeon and have yourself properly assessed. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Also, you have to make sure that your surgeon understands your breast augmentation goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your implants are probably too large and heavy for your tissue. I would suggest going smaller and revising the pocket. Otherwise, you are still at risk of more sagging and shifting because of the weight of the implant on your tissue.

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