September 16th, 2011
Patients have many choices to consider when undergoing a breast augmentation or implant exchange surgery such as the size, shape, texture, and style of an implant. One question Dr. Alexander is asked frequently is “Which implant is better, saline or silicone?” At a consultation appointment with Las Vegas Board Certified Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Alexander, you will have an opportunity to view and feel them side by side and discuss the pro’s and con’s of each. Many patients who are removing old saline implants often replace them with the new and improved silicone gel implants. We often hear women comment that they look and feel more natural. For women who have had augmentation using saline breast implants and may be thinking about exploring other options, Mentor is now offering a special $250 savings when you change from saline to MENTOR® MemoryGel® Breast Implants.
Patients undergo implant exchange surgery for a number of reasons to include deflation (rupture), malposition, capsular contracture, or to change implant size. What ever the reason, the “feel the difference” promotion reimburses the patient with a $250 American Express rebate after the procedure has been completed. Call Dr. Alexander & Co. at 702-242-6776 today to learn more information about implant exchange surgery and how you can take advantage of this limited time offer!
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August 5th, 2011
What is a capsule & what happends if it contracts?
It is a part of the body’s normal healing process to form scar tissue around a breast implant. The scar forms a pocket also called the capsule. A normal capsule is soft and usually undetectable. This type of scar tissue is desirable as it prevents the implant from mal-position or migrating around under the skin.
Capsular contracture occurs when the capsule becomes thick or tight. In correlation of the capsule contracting on the implant, it can make the breast feel firm or immobile. It can occur in one or both of the breasts. Baker’s grades of capsular contracture is used to determine what kind of scar tissue you have.
Grade I – Naturally soft, not palpable
Grade II – Increased firmness, tissue may be detectable, but usually no visual distortion
Grade III – Firm to touch, Immobile causing some visual distortion
Grade IV – Same as Grade III and painful
Sometimes abnormal scar tissue forms due to our body’s physiology or normal response to healing, or it could be due to trauma or non compliance to post-operative recommendations. Although repairing capsular contracture is not a medical necessity, many patients who experience a Grade III or IV contracture benefit from breast implant exchange surgery. With over a decade of experience, Las Vegas, NV Plastic Surgeon Dr. Alexander knows the pearls of how to improve and minimize capsular contracture. There are specific recommendations and post-operative care instructions that can help reduce your chance of abnormal scarring. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation appointment!
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June 24th, 2011
Breast augmentation is known to offer one of the highest rates of success and satisfaction among thousands of women undergoing plastic surgery each year. Enhancing the chest with perkier and full breasts has proven to boost a patient’s confidence and self-esteem. However, breast implants are not permanent lifetime devices. As years progress after a patient’s initial breast augmentation surgery, some women may feel their breasts change in shape, size or touch. Some women may go decades without noticing a difference while others select to have their breast implants exchanged within the first five, ten or fifteen years after surgery.
Breast implant exchange surgery is a procedure usually performed under general anesthesia to remove existing implants and replace with new implants. There are many reasons why patients undergo this surgery each year. Perhaps you have experienced an implant rupture or deflation and desire to replace with new implants to restore breast symmetry and volume. Maybe your implants may no longer lend the correct volume or shape to your changed breasts after pregnancy and breast feeding. Or you are just tired of having implants that are too large or small for your frame. What ever your individual needs may be, it may be addressed with breast implant exchange surgey .
Breast implant exchange surgery is generally less invasive and easier than the initial breast augmentation. There may be some capsule tissue adjustments or repositioning during your second surgery, but patients tend to experience less discomfort than their original surgery. Depending on the circumstance, your implants may be under warranty and the manufacturer may help with some of the costs associated with them removed and replaced. There are alternatives to exchanging the implants. Some women find that removing the implants altogether and/or combinging it with a breast lift may suite their lifestyle and desires. Get an expert’s opinion, consult with Las Vegas Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Alexander , for your breast surgery needs!
Don’t forget to visit Dr. Alexander’s breast surgery before and after photo gallery!
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