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Breast Implant Replacement, Capsulectomy and Lift

UPDATED FROM Newmeaug13
4 years post

5 years later

$10,000
Lot’s of pain and burning in my breast, especially the past year. I just want the implants gone. Suffering from neck and back pain, fibromyalgia, joint pain and fatigue. I do believe that breast plant illness is real.

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Christian A. Prada, MD, FACS

Christian A. Prada, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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I can't say enough good things about Dr Prada and I owe finding him to Real Self. All the wonderful reviews led me to him for my second consultation. I had planned on three but after speaking with Dr Prada I knew he was the doctor for me. I had to have my 30 year old implants replaced and needed a breast lift as well. I had a capsular contraction and knew at least one breast was ruptured. Dr Prada was very honest and helped me to understand what I could expect as a realistic result. I had a difficult revision and I can't believe how wonderful my breasts are healing. My scar is barely noticeable and I could not be happier! I also want to compliment the staff at The St Louis Surgery Center. They are very helpful, friendly and you never feel rushed. I'm hoping to have another procedure done in the near future.

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I’ve started experiencing bad joint pain, memory loss and extreme fatigue. I’m not sure if it’s my age or what! I’m only 52 and healthy based on blood work. It’s frustrating having symptoms that are unexplainable! It is real and I’m beginning to wonder if it could be implants. I had my first implants in 1999 then redone in 2013... I started having joint pain over 5 years ago but it is a lot worse which interrupts my sleep I have to take Aleve for the pain and the fatigue is so severe I can’t seem to function at times. I’m really interested to see if your symptoms go away after the explant. I have read mixed reviews on this. Please continue to update us on how things go. Thanks!
UPDATED FROM Newmeaug13
11 months post

11 month post

Hi RealSelf sister. I went for my 5 week face appt today and had Dr look at my left breast. It has dropped more then righty and caused me concern but my PS thinks it's ok. (In fact looking at it in the office it looked fine) I'm really ok too as long as it doesn't get worse. We agreed to keep an eye on it. The last thing I want is a revision. No CC and that was my main worry. So reality is at 61 I'm just not going to have high perky boobs. I nursed five kids and then had a BA 36G. The weight of the implant took a toll on the girls. I'm posting a picture of this ole Nana wearing a bikini and I don't think it's too shabby. Trying to take a pic with cell is hard and I will try and post a better pic sometime. So my abs need some work. I have not worked out as hard since the revision and fl recovery but now I'm ready to get toned again. I hope you are all doing well. Next up arm lift in the fall. :-) not perfect but perfectly happy!

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Wowsy Wowsy! Girl, you got it going on more you know :) I think you look fabulous for 25 :) love ya sweet sister!! ((((Hugs)))
Thanks Dee! You sure know how to make sista feel good!! :-)
You are rocking that body and look so good!!!!! You deserve it!
Wow your tummy looks fabulous...soo flat!!!! xx
Wow smoking hot!!! Wow!!!!
I had capsulotomy, implant exchange and lift in late October. I am having some unevenness noted, although PS thinks it is okay and says I could have a lift on my left. not sure if I want to go through another surgery. I notice difference in size, right side D cup, left is still DD. I am 65 years old though not sure if it really matters. it bothers my husband more than myself. not sure what to do.
you are stunning! good for you for wanting to look great! why not? i get the negative BS from "friends" too whenever i do anything..they even give me hell for botox...honestly, i think they are all just jealous that they are too afraid to have anything done...lol i couldn't even tell my friends i was having a little smart lipo.. i would have never heard the end of it. and oh the gossip, i can only imagine the gossip that would have gone on. it's like you said...i'm not sitting around eating pizza and chips..i don't drink alcohol, i don't eat ANY junk food, i take excellent care of myself....why in the world would we work so hard to look great only to have something bothering us about ourselves that could easily be remedied? i was actually told that i am self centered and a horrible person for considering lipo... really? funny since i paid that same persons rent for her twice when she was down and never even asked to be paid back. self centered? maybe she thought i should give her my surgery money instead..hahahaha needless to say...we are no longer friends. as we get older, we care less about hanging on to unhealthy, unsupportive friendships. you look absolutely amazing....they can all kiss your beautiful butt!!!!
Amen and well said!!!
UPDATED FROM Newmeaug13
10 months post

Just a before and after

To keep it simple. I will continue to add pics yearly.

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Looking fantastic!!!
Thanks Saliee but in person I can't smile so I still don't feel comfortable leaving my house. I will get there... Patience
Oh gosh just realized you were looking at breast revision.
You look awesome!!
Couldn't stop thinking about you last night - so hope you are doing fine huni xx
Oh you are so sweet Shazza! I'm good... A bit of a drama queen at times! Lol I know I need to be patient. I told my friend I might look fake but at least I'm not wrinkled! Swelling will go down and I will be fine.
Hey New you look fantastic!!! Are you still a DD?? I hope I look 1/2 as good as you do when I am 60! It doesn't matter what your friends think and good for them being happy with "what they have" I do not plan on looking frumpy or looking like I am a grandmother, exactly what does that look like?? LOL. Your hubby is happy and you are happy and that is all that matters!!! They are jealous is what it boils down to. Women are deep down jealous of other women (my opinion). You continue to strut your rockin body and do not let anyone bring you down, and if it continues, dump them and find new friends!
I posted to you not realizing this was from last year! Lol