Are breast implants safe?

The FDA’s longstanding position is that implants are safe as long as women understand they can have complications, including scarring, pain, swelling and implant rupture. However, the FDA has been grappling with how to manage a recently confirmed link to a rare cancer. FDA regulators said it is “impossible” for them to determine how frequently the cancer — a form of lymphoma — occurs because the U.S. does not track the total number of implants on the market. Estimates of the frequency of the disease range from 1 in 3,000 women to 1 in 50,000+. As of July 2019, the FDA requested that Allergan voluntarily recall certain breast implants and tissue expanders from the market. Get more information about breast implant removal here. Most confirmed cases of the disease, known as breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), have involved a particular brand of textured implant that we do not use. The disease is not breast cancer, but a form of cancer that attacks the immune system and usually forms in the scar tissue surrounding implants. It grows slowly. Doctors can successfully treat this disease by removing the implants.

What are the risks associated with breast augmentation?

Smoking, vaping and nicotine use increase the risk of complications after any surgery, including breast augmentation. As such, we strongly urge discontinuing the use of tobacco products one to two months prior to surgery, and one month after surgery, to ensure optimal healing and results. Some of the possible complications associated with breast augmentation include: Anesthesia risks Bleeding Blood clots Asymmetry Infection Changes in nipple or breast sensation Unfavorable scarring Wrong or faulty position of the implant Implant leakage or rupture The formation of tight scar tissue around the implant (capsular contracture) Fluid accumulation (seroma) Wrinkling of the skin over the implant Pain, which may persist Possibility of revision

Do you offer financing or special pricing?

At Fox Valley Plastic Surgery, we offer multiple discounts for cosmetic procedures: 15% off the surgeon’s fee for your second cosmetic procedure, and 30% off the surgeon’s fee for the third procedure. We also discount the operating room fee 50% for your second procedure and any that come after, while anesthesia charges by time. We also partner with reputable companies like CareCredit® and Alphaeon® Credit, which offer low or zero-interest financing to make your transformation more manageable. If you have any questions about payment or financing, don’t hesitate to contact our office. Our team will be happy to guide you through the available options to help you get the look you want with convenient monthly payments that fit your budget.

When can I return to work after my breast augmentation?

The ability to return to work depends on whether the implant was placed under or over the pectoral muscle, and the patient’s pain tolerance and motivation. If your implants are placed over the muscle (subglandular), you can expect to take two to three days off before returning to desk work. If your implants are placed under the muscle (submuscular), you should plan to take off five to seven days, by which time you can comfortably discontinue the use of pain killers. Lifting is absolutely forbidden for the first seven to 10 days, so an early return to work is not advised for patients with active jobs. Avoid strenuous activity for the first two weeks, and do not lift anything heavier than 10 pounds before for the first six weeks (this includes small children and pets). While it is important to rest frequently during the first week, we recommend walking 15-20 minutes four times a day to help prevent blood clots from forming.

Are breast implants right for me?

Breast implants can help you achieve a fuller, more proportional figure, but there are several things to consider before undergoing breast augmentation, such as: Breast implants are not guaranteed to last a lifetime, and future surgery may be required to replace one or both implants Pregnancy, weight loss, and menopause may influence the appearance of augmented breasts over the course of your lifetime Breast augmentation patients require regular examinations to ensure the health of their breasts and the condition of their implants Patients who are considering implants should carefully weigh the risks and benefits of breast augmentation and make the decision that is right for them. Download booklets from the Patient Forms page to learn more. Specifically, please read at least one of these booklets: Mentor® Breast Implants Patient Education or Sientra® Breast Implants Patient Education.

Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy

Date July 19, 2015

Categories Lifestyle Therapies

Fox Valley Plastic Surgery launched its Lifestyle Therapies Center to help women and men address certain symptoms associated with hormonal changes and aging. One of the center’s primary services is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).

How Hormonal Changes Can Affect You

Hormones act as chemical messengers that help regulate many functions throughout the body. Hormone levels may change with age, menopause, perimenopause, andropause, certain medical conditions, and other factors.

Depending on the individual, hormonal changes may contribute to symptoms such as:

Low energy or persistent fatigue
Mood changes or irritability
Difficulty sleeping
Reduced sex drive
Changes in muscle mass or body composition
Hot flashes or night sweats
Difficulty concentrating

These symptoms can have many possible causes. A personalized medical evaluation can help determine whether a hormonal imbalance may be contributing to how you feel.

What Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

Bioidentical hormones have the same chemical structure as hormones naturally produced by the human body. Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy may be considered for appropriately selected patients experiencing symptoms related to hormonal changes.

Hormone therapy is not appropriate for everyone. Treatment should begin only after reviewing your symptoms, medical history, current medications, laboratory findings, treatment goals, and potential benefits and risks.

A Personalized Approach to Hormone Therapy

At our Lifestyle Therapies Center, we recognize that every patient’s health concerns are different. Lauren meets with patients to discuss their symptoms, answer questions, and determine whether further testing or treatment may be appropriate.

Patients who receive hormone therapy are monitored to evaluate their response and determine whether adjustments are needed. Some patients report improvements in specific symptoms, including sleep, energy, mood, or sexual wellness, although results and treatment timelines vary.

Schedule a BHRT Consultation

If fatigue, sleep problems, decreased libido, mood changes, or other symptoms are affecting your quality of life, consider scheduling a consultation with Lauren. A medical evaluation can help you better understand your symptoms and explore whether bioidentical hormone replacement therapy in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, may be an appropriate option.

Contact Fox Valley Plastic Surgery’s Lifestyle Therapies Center to learn more about BHRT for women and men.

Hormone therapy involves potential benefits, side effects, and risks. Treatment recommendations and results vary by patient. Compounded medications are not reviewed or approved by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality.

A New Lifestyle For You

How Hormonal Changes Can Affect You

What Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

A Personalized Approach to Hormone Therapy

Schedule a BHRT Consultation

Start Your journey today

How Hormonal Changes Can Affect You

What Is Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy?

A Personalized Approach to Hormone Therapy

Schedule a BHRT Consultation

Start Your journey today

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