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Hi Ladies! I have 9 y/o saline implants 425cc sub...
ShantelHJanuary 31, 2014
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Hi Ladies! I have 9 y/o saline implants 425cc sub muscular. I'm so ready to get rid of them! I have my first consult with my original PS next week to discuss explant and possible fat transfer. Has anyone had both done at the same time? I'm so scared of what my breasts will look like afterward. Is there any way to know?
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Excited!
ShantelHFebruary 5, 2014
Going for my consult in just a few hours! I'm really hoping the doctor doesn't try and talk me out of explanting!! Will update afterwards.
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Consultation
ShantelHFebruary 5, 2014
Just came back from my consultation. Doc said he could deflate my implants in the office and then take them out when I get ready to do the fat transfer (since I'll be in the OR anyway). Or he could remove them under general anesthesia in the OR. He suggests that I wait 3-4 months before the fat transfer in order to give my skin time to retract. He said he thought it would yield more aesthetically pleasing results. Though I hate the thought of what my breasts will look like in the mean time, I know he is probably right about letting my skin retract before doing the fat transfer. As far as having my implants removed or deflated, I'm leaning more towards having them removed in the OR. I really want the capsules removed and I don't like the thought of the saline from my implants busted in my body. I've read different reports about mold and fungi that have been found in the saline solution of old implants. Thoughts?
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February 7, 2014
Hi Shantel--I'm curious why you would need a fat transfer versus just having a lift? It looks like you may have a fair amount of breast tissue after the implants are removed.
February 7, 2014
Weird How Your Ps Is Making U Wait To Do The Fat Transfer. I'm getting mine done all in one surgery, the removal lift and transfer.
August 20, 2014
Because its not a great idea to do it all in one is what I have read and researched also what my p's had said. You should let your body adjust and skin shrink back before cutting anything or bc of mishaps with lifts they could take too much or too little and then you wouldn't be happy with results. When starting fresh once body has had time to adjust the surgeon then knows a definite on how to handle the lift and transfer for best outcome. Make sure to do extensive research on this. I saw a picture of a lady who was explant and lifted all at once after it her breast shrank and you could forever see her scar under neath her breast. I am no surgeon just saying what my surgeon told me and what I've seen that "could" happen. Best of luck!! :(
February 7, 2014
Hi there! So many options......I would lean towards one surgery. Sure the 3-4 month would be a bit difficult but, I would trust your PS to know how to get optimal results. Long term out come is important. :-) Also you will get a chance to see how your breast will look without implants. You might like the look better than you thought. HUGS! Keep us posted.
February 7, 2014
Couldn't he take them implants out completely and then do the fat transfer 6 months later?
February 13, 2014
My first set of implants were saline. Upon removal they were Green and Black! I had the fungi and mold you are referring to. So scary! Back then I thought it was "normal" to see those results. Just wanted to chime in and let you know that it does indeed happen, which leads me to think capsule removal is the best option. :)
August 4, 2014
You are the only one I have found so far that mentions anything negative about implants. I am really concerned about mine. My left "saline" rupture on July 13th. I am desperately looking for a PS in Michigan that will accept my insurance to have mine removed. They are 24 years old. I have had a lot of medical problems in the past 4 years to included being diagnosed with Lupus. I think it's my implants. Did your PS put you on any antibiotic prior to or after your removal. What was your PS reaction to them being green and black? Thank you for any information.
August 13, 2014
Hi Sharonjustme - I have a similar situation. I was diagnosed with Crohns disease shortly after I got my silicone implants 22 years ago. At one point they thought it was Lupus. I have often wondered if this had anything to do with my implants. I recently had a mammogram which showed that my implants are still in good shape (not ruptured). I have gotten my stomach issues under control but I still have constant joint pain. Joint pain started in feet and hands, then after awhile moved to my elbows and now for the past many years it has been in my hips and knees. I have to take lots of prescription pain meds. I have scheduled consults with 3 plastic surgeons over the next few weeks and would like to have explantation surgery as well as a breast lift in January. I am praying that at least some of my joint pain will go away after my explantation.
August 19, 2014
I also was very sick and diagnosed with autoimmune dieseases & much more back neck pain nausea and dizziness ect... List goes on.. After explant in 2010 with Dr melmed I became completely free of all my sicknesses. . Unfortunately I made a mistake this Jan and had them put back in and very quickly became sick once more. Explanted last Friday and feeling better already! Stay positive you can get Beyer and will and you will be so happy you did this!! Good luck!
August 20, 2014
Thank you for sharing that because hopefully it will help other women who might consider going back to implants after explanting that it might not be such a great idea. I'm glad you are back to your healthy natural self!
August 20, 2014
Oh your welcome I know to well the pain and suffering that can come from implants Even SALINE..
August 20, 2014
I just wrote a "review" that should be posted tomorrow so that I can share my journey with all of you lovely ladies. It's funny how differently we feel about our breasts now than when we were young (speaking for myself - I am 51). ;-). I will definitely take health over big boobs any day of the week!!!
August 20, 2014
You are absolutely right naturaltatas. As I get older (fast approaching 50!) I feel more comfortable in my skin and more accepting of WHAT IS. I'd say it's the best part of getting older! I look forward to reading your review.
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