My saline implants are only 15 months old. I just got results back from an breast ultrasoundscreening and the radiologist wrote on the report that my implants are grossly intact . I have no idea what that means. Could you please explain, and do you know if this is something that the doctor will fix for free and what may have caused it? I am so shocked my last implants lasted 15 years before one ruptured. I cannot believe I'm already having problems at only 15 months post op .
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Answer: What does The term grossly intact mean concerning my saline breast implants?
It is very difficult to determine the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast...
Helping you decide on a breast implant size cannot be done online. This must be done in person with your PS. I would just give you a word of caution. Be sure you understand the increased risks associated with larger implants. The larger the implants, the higher the risk of losing nipple sen...