Breast implants are meant to enhance confidence and restore balance. But sometimes, complications keep returning. Dr. Glenn Lyle, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh, NC, frequently sees women who are struggling with multiple capsular contractures – a frustrating cycle of tightening scar tissue that distorts the breast, causes discomfort, and drains self-confidence. For many women, the…
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Is My Breast Implant Ruptured? Symptoms and Solutions for a Ruptured Implant
At my practice in Raleigh, NC, I, Dr. Glenn Lyle, a board-certified plastic surgeon, have worked with countless women who have faced concerns about their breast implants. Whether you received your implants years ago or have recently undergone augmentation, it is natural to worry about potential issues, especially when changes in breast shape or discomfort…
Capsular contracture – does your breast implant warranty cover this complication?
Capsular contracture is an abnormal condition that can occur around a breast implant causing it to feel firm, misshapen and even painful. It is a known complication of breast augmentation that is a consequence of fibrosis of the normal scar tissue that typically forms around the device. All foreign objects placed in the human body…
Ideal Implants: What Do you Do If you Have Them?
The Ideal Implant was introduced in 2006. It was a novel saline implant with multiple shells and internal baffles to reduce rippling and improve integrity. Despite its benefits, the company ceased operations in May 2023 due to financial issues, leaving patients without warranty coverage. This 31-year-old woman had the Ideal Implant placed just 7 years…
Common Reasons For Breast Implant Revision
Breast augmentation is typically among the most popular procedures in plastic surgery. With the ability to increase the size and fullness of the breasts, it’s no wonder why over 300,000 women underwent breast augmentation last year. While this procedure consistently produces satisfying results that are long-lasting, revision surgeries are sometimes needed. A breast revision is…
