The procedure for an augmentation revision surgery is comparable to the procedure followed during an initial breast augmentation; Whenever possible, Dr. Gershenbaum places his incisions at the same location used by the surgeon who performed the patient 's initial breast augmentation. In addition, some patients will benefit from a breast lift; Dr. G will recommend a breast lift if he believes it will provide the patient …show more content…
A breast augmentation revision usually involves removing and/or replacing the breast implants that were placed during the patient’s primary breast augmentation procedure.
This procedure is frequently used to change the type or size of the implants and to correct complications that resulted from the primary augmentation procedure. Dr. G specializes in performing breast augmentation revisions at his surgery center in Miami. During an augmentation revision procedure, he addresses the issues that the patient dislikes to transform her breasts into the soft, natural looking breasts that she …show more content…
G in Miami are women who:
are nonsmokers; do not have a medical condition that would affect their ability to heal; realize the benefits that this procedure can provide them; and understand the limitations of the procedure.
Preparing for a Breast Augmentation Revision
Patients should prepare for their augmentation revision the same way they prepared for their primary augmentation procedure.
Create an At-Home Recovery Area
Patients should set up an at-home recovery area, placing everything they may need within easy reach. Many women decide to set their recovery area up in their living room. TV trays are ideal for placing everything within reach.
Items that should be placed on the TV trays include:
Healthy snacks (i.e., fresh fruit and vegetables, granola bars, etc.) Ice packs and loose ice in an easy to open cooler Beverages Disposable cups, plates and silverware 2 garbage cans (one for trash, one in case of nausea that leads to vomiting) Facial tissues Baby wipes Lip balm Remote controls (extra batteries) Cell phone and charger - to eliminate the need to bend over, the charger should be plugged in and placed on the TV tray, ready to be