Breast augmentation and breast lifts are two of the most common cosmetic surgical procedures in the country. Many women seek to enhance their figure by getting breast implants or a breast lift, but what happens when you decide you’d like to make a change?
Sometimes, plastic surgery doesn’t produce the outcome the patient expected or desired. In other cases, a breast enhancement surgery that initially went well can lead to complications later on, like infections or implant rupture. When this happens, the patient may require breast revision surgery. Dr. Karol Gutowski is a renowned plastic surgeon in Glenview, IL, who specializes in implant revisions and breast reductions. Read on to learn more about Dr. Gutowski’s breast revision procedures.
When a woman has had prior breast augmentation and the results were unsatisfactory, breast implant revision may be an option. Breast implant revision aims to resolve any issues with previous implants, such as asymmetry, a change in size or shape, and rupture. Prior breast augmentation that resulted in scarring, rippling, or bubbling can be corrected by breast revisions, as well.In a revision procedure, Dr. Gutowski removes the current implants and replaces them with new implants that are better suited to the patient. If there is scarring from the previous procedure, scar tissue will be removed. If the breasts have begun to sag, they will be lifted. In some cases, the patient wants to switch from silicone implants to saline implants due to an adverse reaction to the initial silicone implants. This can be accomplished with a breast revision surgery, as well.
In some cases, breast implant removal without replacement implants is what the patient ultimately desires. Some patients find that their implants were too large and they simply want a breast reduction to return to their natural size. Implant removal can also be used for patients who had an adverse reaction to their initial implants and no longer want any implants at all. This is often the case for patients who received silicone implants and are concerned about the impact these implants can have on their overall health.With breast implant removal, Dr. Gutowski will remove the prior implants and then make any necessary corrections to the surrounding skin and tissue to restore the breast to a natural appearance. This may include tightening the skin and altering the size or shape of the areola.
If you are in need of breast revision surgery, look no further than Dr. Karol Gutowski. Dr. Gutowski provides expert breast revision treatments for patients in the Glenview area. Using innovative techniques and an advanced approach, Dr. Gutowski provides patients with remarkable results. Whether you need a revision or complete implant removal, Dr. Gutowski will help you to determine the best procedure to use to achieve your desired outcome.
To begin your breast revision journey, contact us today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
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