Last updated on July 26th, 2018 at 08:39 pm
Breast Implant Revision in Miami, FL
Breast Implant Revision Surgery by Dr. Lenny in Miami
Dr. Leonard Roudner is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in Miami providing breast implant revision surgery for woman interested in improving the appearance of their breasts. The breast implant revision surgery is aimed to improve the proportions, symmetry, and overall look of your breasts. There are many reasons why a woman would be in need of a breast revision surgery, some of those include:
- Capsular Contracture – tightening of scar tissue surrounding your implant.
- Malpositioned Implant(s) – your breast implants have shifted.
- Shell Leak – an MRI or X-ray suggesting your silicone implant has a leak.
- Implant Deflation – loss of the implant’s saline that reduces the volume of your implant.
- Changes in Breast Tissue – the volume and/or shape of your breast tissue changes due to weight loss, skin stretch or weight gain.
- Double-Bubble Deformity Issues require a breast implant revision procedure to correct.
If you have any of these conditions, you are a good candidate for a breast implant revision procedure. You may also choose to undergo breast implant revision surgery at our Miami office if you want to increase or decrease the size of your breast implants.
For a free consultation call our Miami office at (305) 444-8585 or request an appointment.
Preparing for Your Initial Consultation Concerning Breast Implant Revision Surgery in Miami
Be prepared to discuss your medical history. Many times, writing this information down or typing it into the notes section on your Smartphone is helpful. By doing this, you can prepare your medical information before you arrive at Dr. Roudner’s Miami office. The information you need to bring with you to your breast implant revision procedure consultation with Dr. Roudner in Miami includes:
- Known Drug Allergies
- Medical Conditions
- All Previous Surgeries (including any breast biopsies or other breast implant revision procedures)
- Previous Medical Treatments
- Medications You are Currently Taking
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Mammogram Results
What to Expect at Your Breast Implant Revision Surgery Consultation in Miami
When you meet with Dr. Roudner at his Miami office, he will ask you several questions about your breasts. He will want to know why you want a breast revision. He will inquire as to what size breasts you would like to have. He will also ask if there are any other breast appearance issues you want him to address. He asks these questions at his Miami office to ensure that he understands what you are looking to achieve.
If you plan to lose a considerable amount of weight or think you will want to become pregnant sometime after your breast implant revision surgery in Miami, you should tell Dr. Roudner at your initial consultation.
If possible, you should provide Dr. Roudner with the information from your previous implant surgery. With your written permission, Dr. Roudner can usually obtain this information from your previous surgeon.
Your Evaluation with Dr. Roudner in Miami
Dr. Roudner will examine your breasts. He may also take photographs to place in your medical record. Dr. Roudner will take several factors into consideration including:
- The Quality of Your Breast Tissue and Skin
- The Size and Contour of Your Breasts
- The Position of Your Areolas and Nipples
Dr. Roudner may also recommend that you consider undergoing a breast lift at the same time you have your breast implant revision procedure done.
Preparing for Your Breast Implant Revision Procedure in Miami
Dr. Roudner may request a mammogram prior to your revision surgery.
Certain anti-inflammatory drugs, including aspirin may cause an increase in bruising and bleeding. For this reason, he will ask you to discontinue taking these kinds of medications before your breast implant revision surgery.
If you smoke, Dr. Roudner will request that you quit smoking before your breast implant revision surgery in Miami. He would also like you to refrain from smoking for a certain length of time following your breast implant revision surgery. Doing so minimizes your chances of having complications.
Depending on your overall health and your age, Dr. Roudner may request that you receive medical clearance from your Miami physician before your breast implant revision procedure.
Breast Implant Revision Surgery in Miami is Usually an Outpatient Surgery
Because, in Miami, a breast implant revision procedure is generally an outpatient surgery, meaning you leave the same day of your procedure, you need to bring a driver with you. You cannot drive yourself home from the Miami office following your procedure. We also recommended that you have someone stay with you for several nights after your breast implant revision surgery in Miami.
If you reside in or near Miami, inquire about a breast implant revision procedure with Dr. Leonard Roudner, who is a Board Certified plastic surgeon in Miami. Dr. Roudner and his staff have the knowledge, skill and experience you need in a plastic surgeon.
