Hello, Had a mastectomy with reconstruction about 4 years ago. On the side that had radiation, I have a grade 4 contracture. I have decided to go for an esthetic flat surgery but am looking for some folks to help me out with some questions. What was your outcome? Did you have one or two scars? What was your range of…
Hi everyone, After a stressful few days of possible “Bia-ALCL vs something else” it has been determined that the pain and swelling in Lefty is likely due to a rupture in the lower part of the implant. An MRI has been ordered to confirm. Even without the MRI, my PS is ready to schedule an implant exchange, and said on the…
I’m researching plastic surgeons in the Philadelphia area that are trained in the exchange of older implants and also are skilled with fat grafting. Would appreciate any recommendations. Thank you.
Hello all, I had a mastectomy and then 16 round of radiation 3 years ago. I don't want to go through the DIEP flap surgery. My original reconstruction surgeon refuses to insert implants on radiated skin, since you're more prone to infection and failure. I got a 2nd opinion from a reconstructive surgeon who is willing to do…
I see that the FDA recommends MRIs on Silicone implants to monitor for leaks. My PS recommends that also. Has anyone had any trouble getting insurance to pay for this? Thank you
I see that the FDA recommends screening silicone implants for leaks every couple of years. Has anyone had trouble getting your insurance to pay for these screenings? Thank you