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Disaster BA , Ready to Try Again

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My first BA was performed 12 yrs ago. I had two...

Blutee
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My first BA was performed 12 yrs ago. I had two kids and breast fed both, searched for help to put my breast back to a womanly shape, technology was not as good as it is now so I wasn't able to have much access to reviews and other peoples comments. My consultation went well and the surgeon seemed experienced and caring. Wish I could view comments back then, Anyway I had a BA with a lift in one surgery. The results seemed ok to me at the time although I knew nothing better, but right away I was unhappy with the uneven scar around the areola and noticed that one side the pocket was made too large , well but I had no idea it needed a fix , I just continued on with my life , Sometime later within a year I noticed whenever I flexed or used my arms or anything that involved pectoral muscles, well then it would cause an indent into the breast creating a deformed look , Now the beautiful breast I always wanted had to be hidden due to this deformity. By now it was too late to go back to the doctor and I had already used all my savings for the BA , it would take me years to save again. Meanwhile I had another baby and was able to breast feed with no problems but my breast became worse and more in need of revision surgery, Now I am researching doctors credentials. Reviews and training to find an excellent surgeon to help and do my revision surgery. At one consultation The surgeon said my issues with my breast were too challenging , wow ! How depressing, so I'm still in search , I decided to Email photos and a small explanation of what is wrong to several highly experienced Doctors to see who would be confident to take my case, I got one reply so far and waiting for two more. My goal is to have 3 consultations . BTW the problems I currently have are: bottom out breast, capsular contraction in one, need a lift and repair a bad job on the areola scar in one side , need to repair oversized pocket in one, need to fix the dynamic pectoral deformity which I found from writing Doctors on this sight to be a mal placement of implant ! And need to change out old implants. Please help me pick the surgeon right for me . I will keep you posted. First consult is July 9 th 2014 !!

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Clyde H. Ishii, MD, FACS

Clyde H. Ishii, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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June 28, 2014
I am sorry to hear about the problems you are experiencing. You are wise in doing your due diligence when it comes to selection of plastic surgeon to undertake the revisionary surgery. Fortunately, these days, you will be able to tell which surgeons have significant experience doing revisionary breast surgery, just from evaluating their websites. Hopefully, it will give you peace of mind that most patients who undergo revisionary breast surgery with carefully selected board-certified plastic surgeons will experience significant improvement in their situations. Best wishes.
June 28, 2014
Thank you, it's hard to pick between the top 3 surgeons In my state. They all have over 20 yrs experience and great reviews. They all had good patient reviews in breast revision. One Doctor does a considerable amount more surgeries than the other two, but another seems more personable to pay attention to what the patient wants. I'm having a hard time deciding. I want to get it right the first time.
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November 30, 2014

Was Dr. Ishii your surgeon 12 years ago? I sent you a PM to help clarify. Be sure to check your inbox. Thanks Blutee!

November 30, 2014
Yes, but is it possible to erase the name ?
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December 2, 2014

I have moved your review into the Breast Implant Revision community and corrected the doctor error. Please make sure the info in the doctor box is correct including the stars, etc. PM me with any other concerns or questions!

December 3, 2014
Please do not list My review this way !!! It makes it seem like the disaster was due to Dr. S !!! Please put it all back and can I just create a new revision myself under dr. S
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December 3, 2014

Happy to change it...but you had asked to remove the other doctor...I'll PM you to explain more! We'll get ya fixed up!

December 4, 2014
Thank you Beth ! It's all fixed now ! Appreciate it !!
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December 4, 2014
Hello my friend! You look amazing & I hope u are doing well?! Your breast look fabulous & I'm so happy for u! Xoxoxo
December 5, 2014
Hi and thank you ! Your so sweet ! Hugs !
December 25, 2014
What size are your implants?
December 25, 2014
750cc smooth round silicone. I was a previous (A) cup prior to first surgery and second surgery needed removal of scar tissue which takes more away from the out come so considering all the deductions I was able to carry the 750cc without it looking too huge. Theirs lots to consider when contemplating the size you want. My PS was really good at calculating all that ! I showed him a picture of the size I wanted and he matched it well :)
December 25, 2014
I think your breast look amazing.
December 25, 2014
I think your breast look great.
December 26, 2014
Thanks ! Hugs
UPDATED FROM Blutee
12 years post

Searching for a great breast revision surgeon

Blutee
I narrowed my search to 3 Doctors all board certified, all great reviews and all over 20yrs experience. If anyone has comments on these Doctors in Hawaii please write about your experience . Dr. Schlesinger, Dr. Lenard Yu, Dr. Wong

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June 30, 2014
Sorry to hear about your bad experience hun, I am sure you will find a Dr who will fix it for sure!!
July 2, 2014
Thank you
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June 30, 2014
Although you are not happy with your results, I'm glad to see you started a review and are sharing your story. I'm hoping you will get continued support from the RealSelf community as you continue to research your revision. I'm confident your research will pay off. BTW, what type of implants do you have right now?
June 30, 2014
I currently have 400cc smooth round saline and considering changing to 600 cc silicone gel. I'm searching for a Doctor with experience in doing a revision that will last !! Probably with internal bra and fixing all the previous problems. I want excellent results and from this sight I see it's possible with the right Doctor. I might have to fly out of my state. I have not seen the results I want yet in my state , still searching.
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July 1, 2014
I suggest your should check my website at drbenchu.com I have many photos of revisions from other surgeons and have excellent results. The consultation is free for realself.com members.
July 1, 2014
I hear great things about Dr. Chu, I'm now setting up a consultation. Hope he can help me.
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July 1, 2014
Please keep us posted. Perhaps you'll start another review in the Breast Implant Revision community. You can start it now if you like. ;)
July 2, 2014
Amen :) are prayers are with u
November 22, 2014
And Benjamin Chu
UPDATED FROM Blutee
12 years post

Searching for a great revision surgeon

Blutee
I'm getting discouraged , several Doctors have told me my first BA was basically so bad that my case is going to be a very difficult and challenging one . Man !! I need an experiences capable doctor , preferably in my state !! (Hawaii) Is their any that capably can correct my breast problems and give me beautiful results ?? My first surgeon DEFORMED my breast !!!! Watch out girls !!!

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July 1, 2014
You deserve beautiful breats I pray this time they come out beautiful
July 2, 2014
Thank you , that's encouraging ! Hope you're feeling somewhat better , Howz it going with recovery ?
July 2, 2014
My doctor scheduled me with some breast surgeon's he didn't understand what was going on I'm hoping for the best
July 2, 2014
You mean your gonna see them for help ?
July 2, 2014
See what's going on, I have something in there that's killing me
July 2, 2014
Miagirl, inside your breast ?
July 3, 2014
Miagirl 1234, Whst do you mean something inside you is killing you ? In your body ? Or also in your breast ? Is that what you mean ?
July 3, 2014
i think he internal bra inside of me i have to wait till i can see my doctor thats when i will post
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December 9, 2014
I flew to Orange County to get the best!! Dr Ambe is amazing and EXPERIENCED! He doesn't pay for reviews like many on here do. It's going to cost the same if you stay here or get the best from Dr Ambe
December 9, 2014
How do they pay for reviews ? I always wondered about that. Do they give people free work to write or tell about their experience ?
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December 10, 2014
With incentives. Free Botox ect
December 11, 2014
Do they just offer that or also ask you to write good stuff about them ?