POSTED UNDER Breast Implant Revision Reviews
34yrs, 2nd BA, 2 Kids, Ruptured Allergan Implant - Leeds, GB
UPDATED FROM K82B
3 months post
11wks post replacement and Allergan honoured the warranty!
$6,880
Today I received confirmation that Allergan have recognised my ruptured implant is eligible for £700 contribution towards surgery costs. They already issued the implants for surgery free of charge, so thereby saving a total of £1400 against the cost of the replacement surgery. Good news and always helpful post Christmas!!
I've noticed some rippling on my left breast which I was always going to be high risk for given the measly amount of natural breast tissue in relation to the size of the implant. I'll try and get a photo uploaded... I can see as well as feel it unfortunately- I won't lie, I am disappointed, but in the scheme of things it's pretty minor isn't it?!
They definitely feel softer and more 'malleable' than my previous anatomical implants and in all honesty I'm not sure I prefer it?! I can really feel the implant edges (I can pinch them between my finger and thumb) as opposed to the old anatomical ones where I could feel where the implant ended but not so I could get my fingers around it. It's not a problem to me, like the alternative of empty sacks of tissue and skin would have been if I'd chosen to explant.
I'm able to sleep on my side (and tummy again). Still wearing sports bra or tubigrip overnight as advised by my surgeon.
I'm wearing a 32F bra - before surgery I was wearing a 34D. Before the very first surgery I was 34A!
Scars are healing nicely.
I'm still happy I chose to replace.
Happy healing everyone xx
I've noticed some rippling on my left breast which I was always going to be high risk for given the measly amount of natural breast tissue in relation to the size of the implant. I'll try and get a photo uploaded... I can see as well as feel it unfortunately- I won't lie, I am disappointed, but in the scheme of things it's pretty minor isn't it?!
They definitely feel softer and more 'malleable' than my previous anatomical implants and in all honesty I'm not sure I prefer it?! I can really feel the implant edges (I can pinch them between my finger and thumb) as opposed to the old anatomical ones where I could feel where the implant ended but not so I could get my fingers around it. It's not a problem to me, like the alternative of empty sacks of tissue and skin would have been if I'd chosen to explant.
I'm able to sleep on my side (and tummy again). Still wearing sports bra or tubigrip overnight as advised by my surgeon.
I'm wearing a 32F bra - before surgery I was wearing a 34D. Before the very first surgery I was 34A!
Scars are healing nicely.
I'm still happy I chose to replace.
Happy healing everyone xx
UPDATED FROM K82B
1 month post
No regrets
Nearly 5 weeks post op and no regrets. Feeling fab!
Looking over my photos and I can say that I prefer the look of the round implants and how they give me better upper pole fullness
Looking over my photos and I can say that I prefer the look of the round implants and how they give me better upper pole fullness
Replies (3)
November 24, 2016
Hey I just read through your story and I'm very happy to see you satisfied with your end results. I just had a second revision myself so I know some of your pain and uncertainty that you went through. I had smooth round Natrelle implants that bottomed out on me almost immediately after surgery. Then I had the same ps perform a capsulorraphy to close off the bottom of the pocket and within a couple weeks that revision failed. Just a few days ago I had a new surgeon with lots of great experience with revisions perform a capsulectomy and implant replacement with the Natrelle 410 gummy bears. It's only been a few days but I am super hopeful and happy with the results. I am just waiting fir them to stay in place over the next few weeks. In my experience between 2-4 weeks is when I had noticed them dropping. But I feel pretty confident in the fact that he used textured form stable implants that are known for staying in place and holding their position and he also placed a reinforcement layer of sutures to prevent the implants from falling as a back up. I noticed you had an allergy to the bandage adhesive and I went through the same thing myself. So itchy and uncomfortable. I was able to have them removed yesterday however I will have the drains in for another 4 days or so. I agree the dressings are far worse than the drains! Lol Anyways I am very happy for you definitely keep in touch. Wishing you the best!
November 24, 2016
Ah that sounds like a nightmare!! So disappointing, expensive and lots of recovery time for you. I really hope it works out for you this time- I'm going to pop and read your review xx
November 25, 2016
Oh boy its a lot to read haha but thank you I appreciate your support!! Things are going well so far so I'm staying very hopeful and positive. Keep in touch on your recovery :)
UPDATED FROM K82B
1 month post
4wks post op and an update on the lump!
I saw the GP on Wednesday- she had no idea what the lump was and referred me back to the surgeon. He managed to fit me in today which was a relief to get it out of the way...
After examination he confirmed that the lump is nothing to be concerned about. He explained that when the old implants were removed, he retained the fibrous capsule as it was very healthy and in great condition. When he replaced the implants he had to stitch up the capsule which requires an element of overlap of both parts of the capsule. The lump is basically the end of the capsule closure where there has been a higher degree of overlap. It might not ever disappear but if it does it will be at least 12-18mths. That is a little disappointing though I am grateful it was nothing more concerning.
I am still so pleased with my results (as is my husband 'wink wink ')
Happy healing everyone xx
After examination he confirmed that the lump is nothing to be concerned about. He explained that when the old implants were removed, he retained the fibrous capsule as it was very healthy and in great condition. When he replaced the implants he had to stitch up the capsule which requires an element of overlap of both parts of the capsule. The lump is basically the end of the capsule closure where there has been a higher degree of overlap. It might not ever disappear but if it does it will be at least 12-18mths. That is a little disappointing though I am grateful it was nothing more concerning.
I am still so pleased with my results (as is my husband 'wink wink ')
Happy healing everyone xx
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