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Breast Implant Revision Questions

How long before stitches quit spitting?
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I am three months out and have been spitting stitches six weeks after surgery. I understand scars take up to a year or more to mature, however incisions that were once impeccable (with current surgery) are now ... Read more
25 year old implant problems
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Hi, I have 25-year old silicone implants and over the last four weeks, one has become extremely swollen feels like a tennis ball on my chest. It is quite painful feels tingly and bruised and feels very full and... Read more
Breast revision and lift.
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In reference to my last question about downsizing, there was a breast lift involved as well yet still no upper pole fullness. I downsized from 390 cc moderate saline to 325 cc HP Natrelle Inspira. I guess I exp... Read more
Downsized from 390 cc saline to 325 cc HP gummys. I'm happy with the results, with the exception of no upper pole fullness.
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Doctor said there was no need to alter previous pocket. Also, my breasts fall to sides when laying down. Read more
Downsizing from an 800 cc saline implant filled to 1250 cc to a 650 cc ultra high-silicone implant.
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I had a deflation done about three weeks ago, and my skin shrunk so well that I had a choice between a 590 ultra high profile implant and the 650. I'm just wondering, is there a big difference between the two? ... Read more
Are there side effects to permanent sutures?
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I will be getting a capsulorraphy for bottoming out and to correct one breast that is slightly lower than the other. I will also exchange implants from 325 to 250 cc. If I go the route of permanent sutures (ins... Read more
Revision for bottoming out—are dissolvable sutures, permanent sutures or internal bra best?
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I have 325cc HP silicone implants from 1.5 yrs ago that bottomed out—left lower than right. I hope to exchange for 225-250 cc, and raise the implants 2-3 cm. What is the best procedure for this? I prefer diss... Read more
My breast lift/augmentation surgery is less than a week away & I have a UTI. Do I have to postpone surgery?
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I have read that capsular contracture is caused by bacteria. Can bacteria anywhere in your body affect this? Read more
What to expect after switching from 360cc Natrelle mod profile implants to 400cc HP mentor?
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I currently do not have a significant upper pole and I have very full lower volume. 360cc Inspira on left and 304 style 15 on right. I'm 5'4 and weigh 128 with pear-shaped body. Implant is too small compared to... Read more
Going bigger..lift again?
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Two years ago, I got an anchor lift with implants (375cc HP under the muscle). I am 5'7" 150 lbs. I want to go bigger (maybe 600/700...or something in between). Is this a reasonable size? Also would I need... Read more
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Is it a good idea to go from 610cc's to 1300cc's? What could be the implications?
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I am 5'6" tall and weigh 108/110 lbs. I've had two breast augmentations, each time increasing in breast implant size. I'm looking to have a third surgery and go from 610cc's (Sebbin LS90 Moderate profile) to 13... Read more
Should I worry about bottoming out again after having a capsulorrhaphy?
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I had a capsulorrhaphy due to severe bottoming out after a lift with implants. My implants are still small and unders. I don't want them to drop, because now at 2 weeks post-op, they look normal. My right breas... Read more
How long do I have to wait to redo my right breast implant after surgery?
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I am 2 weeks post op ... Over the muscle and one implant is larger than the other. It's driving me crazy that I have one larger breast. I would like to replace my right side with a larger implant to match. ... Read more
How long does internal healing of the capsule take place?
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I had a revision surgery due to capsular contractor and ended up choosing smaller implants to replace them. I am three weeks post-op. Read more
Is it common for a surgeon to refuse to insert 800 cc implants?
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I want to go from 400 cc's too 800 cc's. I'm 170 pounds, 5'8'' and broad shouldered. I'm a bigger framed woman and feel that 800 cc's would give me the look I desire. My plastic surgeon said he would not go big... Read more
How will pregnancy affect my implants?
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I just got pregnant (yay!). I've had my implants for 4 years; I'm 33. Will my pregnancy permanently change my boobs? Will I need a tune up afterwards? Read more
I just replaced my 650cc Mentor mod with a mastopexy and 800cc Natrelle 20 HP. Why are they so small?!
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I know about the 'drop & fluff' and they take time, but they are ridiculously small. I am so disappointed. Read more
Can I downsize my implants and still get the same shape and look that I have now?
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I have had 600cc HP implants for 20 years with no pre-op sag. I would like to downsize 150 - 200cc, but want to keep the overall same shape as I have now just smaller. Is this possible? Read more
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