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La Jolla/ San Diego Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Tom Pousti Talks about Symmastia Correction
Revisionary surgery is a difficult process to go through. One of the more common problems that patients are seeking Dr. Pousti's help for is symmastia. Symmastia - commonly referred to as "breadloafing" or "uni-boob", occurs when two implants touch one another in the center of the chest. If the horizontal muscle that is connected to the sternum and goes across the implant is cut during surgery, then the implant can move toward the middle of the chest. Symmastia results from overly aggressive attempts to alter chestwall anatomy trying to increase cleavage in patients. This outcome is made worse by use of larger implants in thin patients, and is a problem for implants over or under the muscle, though submuscular implant placement allows the muscle to provide some softening of the transition to the cleavage area from the augmented breast mound.
Since Dr. Pousti has experience with symmastia repair, many women from around the country choose to fly to La Jolla or San Diego to obtain his services. If you are not from the La Jolla, San Diego or Temecula/Murrieta Valley area, please visit Fly in for Surgery to learn more about our out-of-town accommodations and scheduling information. If you live in La Jolla, San Diego or Temecula/Murrieta Valley and you would like more information or to schedule a consultation, please call our offices at (619) 466-8851, (858) 454-6888 or (951) 501-9822. The Surgical Procedure For correction of symmastia, the procedure can take from 2-3 hours depending on how much work is involved. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Pousti takes his time in the operating room to make sure that he does what he can to achieve the best result for the patient. The repair of symmastia requires additional surgery to move the implant back into the pocket of original placement. All sutures are internal - there are no new scars placed on the breasts.
During your consultation at our San Diego or Temecula/Murrieta offices and after a thorough examination, Dr. Pousti will discuss every detail of your breast augmentation, including the exact size and type of breast implants he will use and their relative advantages. This procedure to correct symmastia is performed on an outpatient basis at our surgical center in San Diego under general anesthesia. What To Expect After Surgery Bed rest, along with plenty of fluids, is necessary after surgery. Your chest will be sore. Pousti will prescribe appropriate pain management medications. Take your medication regularly and keep your office visits. Usually after a week, you will begin to feel back to normal. A brassiere and bandeau will be fitted for you during your first week of recovery. These will need to be worn for a month. You will not be able to shower until your sutures are removed. Initially, breast implants will appear to be slightly higher than normal and your breasts will be swollen. Over time, the breast implants will descend to a more natural position. The bra that is worn after symmastia repair is referred to as the "thong bra". It is used to stabilize the area after symmastia reconstruction. This will allow the sutured area between the breasts to heal properly without excessive pressure being applied to the area. Resumption Of Physical Activities Driving may be resumed in 1-2 weeks. Testimonial from a "fly in for surgery" patient: ¡ Hola ! Mi nombre es Maria Teresa ,tengo 3 hijos y mi esposo,
vivo en Mexico me he operado el busto en 4 ocaciones. Pasaron 2 meses de ésa operacion y el busto se empezó a
deformarse a verse cómo pecho de paloma, se juntaban las dos mamas,
acostada se veían bien, pero parada se veían cómo
una sóla bubi. ¿Qué es una symmastia? es el rompimiento del músculo
pectoral debido a diferentes causas, pero la más común es
por error del médico. Volví a Europa con el Dr. que me operó, y me desilusionó
pórque juraba y perjurabe que él había hecho bien
la operación que yo fuí la causante, por no haberme cuidado.
Es más se ofreció operarme sin que me costara la operación
y los gastos de hospital, únicamente pagar el costo de las prótesis,
que me pondría unas de 400 cc. El Dr. Tom Pousti ya una vez que terminó la operación, y salí de la anestesia me informó que me puso prótesis de 600cc Yo estoy muy feliz, y créanme que nunca había estado más satisfecha cómo ahora. Es más me dice que si me quiero aumentar el busto en dos años más lo puedo hacer Llevo 3 meses y medio de la operación, pasado mañana tengo mi cita con el Dr. Pousti y es probable que me de de alta. Ya espero poder ponerme mis blusas escotadas . Yo recomiendo a todas las personas de cualquier parte del mundo que lean
éste testimonial, que tengan problema de symmastia que no se dejen
operar por médicos que prometen y lo único que hacen es
dejarlas peor. Atentamente Maria I had suffered from symmastia after I had my first breast augmentation done by a plastic surgeon in Florida. I was happy to learn that Dr. Pousti had experience with symmastia correction and was 100% certain that he was the one I wanted to fix my problem. Dr. Pousti has been great from the moment my husband and I met him. He has been very kind and he informed us in great detail about he procedure. Now, 5 weeks after my operation, I would not be any happier with the results. Not only is the symmastia corrected, but Dr. Pousti was also able to consider my wishes regarding the size and look of my breasts. Dr. Pousti is a great surgeon and I am convinced that everyone who suffers from symmastia cannot find a more qualified and experienced surgeon int he U.S. to correct this problem. I am very thankful to Dr. Pousti and his outstanding staff!! Top of Page | View Photos Click here to learn more about San
Diego Cosmetic Surgeon, Dr. Tom Pousti. To schedule your free cosmetic surgery
consultation in our San Diego office, call (619) 466-8851 or email appointments@pousti.com. |
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