FAQs

You will experience some changes in nipple sensation. Most patients report a slightly diminished sensation long term; however, we cannot predict which patients will experience this.

Typically drains are not required for breast lift alone. If you are combining multiple procedure or undergoing a breast implant revision, you may require drains.

No. A breast lift or mastopexy is not covered by insurance.

A capsule is scar tissue that forms around the breast implant. It is a completely normal process for the body to undergo and not harmful.

• Breast implant illness is a term used to refer to a wide range of symptoms.
• Some patient reported symptoms include joint & muscle pain, chronic fatigue, memory & concentration problems, sleep disturbances, rash and skin problems, anxiety depression, headaches, hair loss & GI distress.
• In many cases, removal of the implants resolves the BII symptoms; however, this does not occur in every case.
• BII is not currently recognized as an official medical diagnosis. It is poorly understood at this time.
  • There are no diagnostic tests or diagnostic criteria to diagnose BII.
• Patients may be at higher risk of BII if they have a personal or family history of autoimmune conditions, allergies and other conditions such as IBS, migraines, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia.
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