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Breast Reconstruction Revisions - Inova Fairfax, VA

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I had a bilateral mastectomy with immediate...

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I had a bilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction of expander placement on 6/6/2014 due to breast cancer. 3 months post chemo 3/18/2015. I did my implant exchange surgery with my first plastic surgeon who's mannerism was great. However, I was so unhappy with the results when I woke up from surgery and what he assured me would have happened...did not.

Then Jesus sent an angel my way who recommended Dr. Mesbahi to me. I'm not easily convinced by words but the way she described him and his work, I was sold for atleast the consultation for my revisions. When I went for the consultation, I was impressed with his mannerism and attention to detail. I Had my revision surgery 3 months after my initial surgery 7/6/15. I woke up in complete adoration with my new pair. He did an incredible and immaculate job!!!!! Would recommend him to EVERYONE for any area of his specialty. He's very particular, attentive, gentle, young, and caring. GREAT Plastic Surgeon and his team is also great to work with. One last thing...he has a proactive approach. Tell him what you want and he'll MAKE IT HAPPEN ????????. Thank you Dr. Mesbahi. I will be going back in October for the nipple reconstruction too :-). Then another 3 for the tattoo of the areola with one of his partners Vinnie Myers! Will post pics soon.

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Alex N. Mesbahi, MD - Account Suspended

Alex N. Mesbahi, MD - Account Suspended

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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July 15, 2015
Congratulations on your great revision surgery! INOVA Fairfax was a great hospital for my family. I don't know this particular PS but he sounds amazing! They do have some very talented surgeons there. :)

Looking forward to seeing your photos and reading your updates! Thanks for sharing your journey with us! Happy Healing!
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July 17, 2015

Hi tonette, thanks for posting! I'm glad you are happy with your results! Yes, please post your photos when you can!

What was your goal with your revision surgery? What size did you decide to go with?

July 18, 2015
Hi RealselfChris..I was a victorias secret DD. Then my first reconstruction brought be down to a B :-(. Now I'm about a D but still swollen. Will post pics. Soon
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July 20, 2015

Whoa! Yes, that's quite a change to wake up to! Hope that swelling goes down soon and post pics when you can!

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September 3, 2015
Could you please tell me the sz (cc) and type of implant used? Are they HP?
You look amazing by the way! Your PS did a fantastic job.
September 3, 2015
Thank you Renamae! I went from a 450 cc to 700 cc. Natrelle silicone filled style 20 high profile. 700 may sound like a lot but they are smaller that I though :-).
UPDATED FROM tonette16
1 month post

Bilateral a mastectomy revision ...6 weeks post.

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It's been 6 weeks since I had my revisions...healing really nicely....hoping to get the green light to schedule my nipple reconstruction. If I could do it over...I would go a little bigger and a bit rounder in the front. Still happy with my my Doc has been able to do.

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August 26, 2015

Thank you for posting! Glad to hear you're healing and recovering well!

What's needed to have your nipple reconstruction? More time to heal?

UPDATED FROM tonette16
1 month post

Better pics

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September 1, 2015

Thank you for posting! Have you heard anything on your nipple reconstruction surgery? Got the green light yet?

September 9, 2015
Yes...nipple reconstruct is scheduled for 10/12. Yay!!!! Will post pics once the band aids come off.
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September 9, 2015

Your results are wonderful! I'm so happy for you!

September 9, 2015
Thank you!!! :-)