Explant Blog
Is There Any Way to Reduce the Risk of Capsular Contracture?
Aqua Plastic Surgery posted on May 12, 2020
Capsular contracture is a complication of breast augmentation that occurs when the scar tissue that naturally forms around the implant hardens. The scar tissue can contract around one or both implants, causing pain and distortion. Nowadays complications like capsular contracture are rare, as surgical techniques have evolved and plastic surgeons have become more knowledgeable about… Continue reading →
Continue reading →Reasons to “Downsize” Breast Implants
Aqua Plastic Surgery posted on March 9, 2020
Are you dissatisfied with the results of a previous breast augmentation, and believe your large breasts no longer suit your lifestyle or taste? Lately there has been a growing trend of women “downsizing” their breast implants by replacing them with a smaller pair. Downsizing can help you get the more attractive, comfortable breasts you want…. Continue reading →
Continue reading →What to Ask Your Doctor during a Breast Explant Consultation
Aqua Plastic Surgery posted on January 5, 2020
Ensuring a successful breast explant procedure requires careful thought and consideration on your part. One of the best opportunities to learn more about your options and the procedure itself is to schedule a consultation with a breast explant surgeon. To help this conversation go smoothly, Dr. David Rankin and Dr. Dev Vibhakar suggest questions you… Continue reading →
Continue reading →Can Breast Implants Make You Feel Ill?
Aqua Plastic Surgery posted on November 21, 2019
In our blog, we have discussed breast implant illness — a group of symptoms that some people believe are a result of an inflammatory reaction triggered by breast implants — extensively. In recent years, reports of breast implants being linked to a rare type of lymphoma have also received significant media attention. Drs. David Rankin… Continue reading →
Continue reading →Tips for Making Your Breast Explant Recovery Easier
Aqua Plastic Surgery posted on February 24, 2019
The recovery for breast explant surgery is similar to that of breast augmentation. Patients should anticipate taking one to two weeks off from normal activities to rest as much as possible. Should you have any questions or concerns, the team at Aqua Plastic Surgery will be available at all times to address them. Here, we… Continue reading →
Continue reading →Aqua Plastic Surgery is pleased to now offer IV sedation for most surgical cosmetic procedures. An alternative to general anesthesia, IV sedation is both safe and reliable. Our Anesthesiologist
