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47 Yr Old Mother of 3, Saline Implants 10 Yrs Old, Deflation and Capsular Contracture IV - Palmdale, CA
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At the age of 47, 3 children / 4 yrs apart / all...
denycereneeJune 26, 2015
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At the age of 47, 3 children / 4 yrs apart / all breastfeed, I had a BA with Saline Implants 10 years ago. My breast were nothing more then a nipple on a chest. Since March the leftside deflated and the rightside is capuslated. Till yesterday, insurance finally agreed to remove both implants & capsulectomy . My live in boyfriend, one who claimed my daughters on taxes, said we would do the replacement...well, I was prepared for him to flip flop and I'm going with the removal until I can do for me again!
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UPDATED FROM denycerenee
Insurance company approved Capsulectomy
denycereneeJune 29, 2015
I finally got approval for a Capsulectomy on both breasts from Anthem Blue Cross. This has been on going since March. Now I learned ps does not want to do the procedure unless I have the implants replaced. The doctor feels I will not be happy with the way I look without the implant replacement. I am devastated...I have two daughter's that I want them to except who they are and love them self from the inside out. My reasons for the BA 10 yrs ago I explained to them. I can not afford implant replacement nor can I chance a reoccurrence of a Capsular Contracture. The ps does not want his name on something he knows I will not be happy with...it's my choice and my decision...I would rather look as if I have nothing then to look like I do now!
Now to have to start all over finding a ps who takes Anthem Blue Cross and the approval...I wish I had never done the BA in the first place!
Now to have to start all over finding a ps who takes Anthem Blue Cross and the approval...I wish I had never done the BA in the first place!
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June 29, 2015
In sorry you are having to go through that. I know it adds more stress but you are better off finding a dr that will support your decision and take good care of you. Hang in there!
June 30, 2015
Oh shoot!! I'm so sorry to hear that. I don't like that your doctor is being unsupportive. There is more to life than "ideal" breasts. Ugh! Keep looking. We are here for you!
June 30, 2015
I seriously want to go back and change my review I gave for the ps. He is not only worried about myself not being happy with the outcome but I was told he doesn't want his name attached to something he knows I won't like. Isn't it my decision?...From March till now he never once said he would not do it with out involving the implant replacement as well!
June 30, 2015
We can certainly take his name off the review if he won't be performing the surgery. Let me know via personal message.
August 12, 2015
Hi Angie, how can I edit my profile and have the doctor who is currently shown removed? I want to update with the parents who treated me like a woman and not a money tree.
Thank you,
Denyce
Thank you,
Denyce
June 30, 2015
I'm so sorry! I'm surprised about his attitude though. I hope that you can find a surgeon who respects your wishes. I'll definitely be thinking of you, keeping my fingers crossed.
July 1, 2015
Keep looking for another doctor, one who is confident in his or her skills and has done explants before. Most of the doctors know how to put implants in but it takes more skill to take them out. Doctors with that skill level are out there. Look online here because many women from your area have gotten explants. Don't let the doctors make you afraid about how you will look because they really don't know! But I expect both your breasts will look very similar to the one you already had deflated and that one looks very good already! Your other breast may not be as bad as you think. The distortion of course causes you concern right now but many women have had distortion and look fine after explant. Also, judging from the one you had deflated, you are going to have much more breast tissue than when you started (since you say you were flat before.) Trust yourself and your body. We are here to cheer you on.
July 1, 2015
Also, don't let the doctor talk you into having a lift. You can see from your deflated breast it is not necessary, and you have enough going on right now to deal with. They almost always suggest a lift because it makes them a lot more money.
UPDATED FROM denycerenee
Consultation with new ps on 7/9/15
denycereneeJuly 8, 2015
Since previous ps would not do implant removal and capsulectomy without doing an implant replacement I have an appointment on 7/9 with new ps. I emailed all my docs and pre certification from insurance company as well as mammogram and ultrasound results in hopes to a speedy sugary date!
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July 8, 2015
Dr. Jae Chun removed my 15 year old implants and did a capsulectomy earlier this year. I am super happy with the results and feel incredible. He is located in Newport Beach. One reason I chose him was because he has performed hundreds and hundreds of explants and because he does a lot of breast reconstruction....just in case I needed it. I consider him an expert. If you're still looking after your consultation on the 9th I would highly recommend him. I plan on writing a review in the next couple of days with pics.
July 8, 2015
I forgot to say that I did not get implants again. I am implant free and have perky, little breasts. I did opt for a lift. That was 100% my decision after doing my own research and considering my age (53). Dr. Chun didn't persuade me one way or the other. I asked a lot of questions regarding my age, skin type, implant size and the length of time I had implants. If you don't want to travel that far there is also another excellent PS in Valencia, Dr. Marc Lussier. His consultations are free and located close to the mall on Town Center Drive.
August 12, 2015
Thank you for your comments encouragement,and support. DR Matthew Malamet in Encino is amazinf, kind, gentke, takes time, books appointments accordingly and makes you feel like it's all about you! There is not a room full of patience waiting to see a Dr from Beverly Hills Physician nor waiting over an hour for a doctor who would not do a procedure unless I spent more money on something I didn't want like with Dr Heller!
By the way, Dr Lussier's office refereed me to Dr Heller in Lancaster Dr Heller works out of the same office as Dr Lussier when he sees patience in Valencia.
By the way, Dr Lussier's office refereed me to Dr Heller in Lancaster Dr Heller works out of the same office as Dr Lussier when he sees patience in Valencia.
July 8, 2015
That's just unbelievable. Who the heck is this PS who thinks he can determine if you'll be happy with or without a replacement BA?! Jeez! As others have said, you do what you feel is right for YOU. Don't let anyone railroad or bully you into something you instinctively feel is not the correct path for you and your future. Good luck to you - and thank you for posting your story.
August 12, 2015
I meant to thank you sooner for your encouragement and kind words. Honestly I feel more confident now and I'm still 6 days post op!
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Oh my, that looks really uncomfortable. Thank you so much for starting your story and posting photos showing the encapsulation. I'm sorry to hear your relationship is faltering, but I'm really glad to hear you're doing what YOU need to do for yourself and your children. That is most important. Please keep us updated!