Implant Only Reconstruction

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Hi All,

I was diagnosed last year at 28. I had a bilateral MX and opted for implant only recon. I had tissue expanders put in at the time of the MX. Sadly I needed chemo and radiotherapy (which wasnt anticipated at the time of the op) but on the plus side I hope it will help me stay well and I didnt really experience too many problems with capsular contracture etc which I know could have been an issue.

As the expanders filled up the left implant rotated into a funny position so I was a bit lopsided but I could put up with it! They were hard and looked fake but in clothes I felt comfortable and fairly confident - despite being a baldy!

Anyway last thursday I had the op to replace the tissue expanders with silicone implants and already I am gutted with the results. Im still a bit battered and bruised so I know I need to give it a chance but the left implant still doesnt seem to be in quite the right position but more upsettingly I have some fairly obvious rippling in the ‘cleavage area’ on the left side.

Does anyone know whether rippling gets worse with time? Im worried that if I have some after a week then in a few years time they will be really bad! Im seeing the surgeon on Tuesday so know he will explain everything he has been brilliant - but any advice would make me feel better while I wait to see him!

Thanks and sorry this is so long!

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Hi missH,

I had ld recon last oct with expander implant, which was filled over a few weeks. My last appt, they took some saline out so that the breast dropped a little. However, i too now have a bit of rippling going on. My consultant says when he liposuctions the fatty bit left at the side he will fill in the ripple bit with this fat.

I have heard that they can take fat from various parts of the body, but like you say, see what your consultant says. Good luck, and let us know how you get on.

Rosie x

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Thanks for the response - Im glad you mentioned the fat bits at the side - I hate these and didnt realise that there was the option to get rid of them! Will ask whether there is anything he can do for me!

Laura