unhappy with breast surgery, what are my options?

[sjjones]

I had Breast Augmentation in August and had my implants put on top of the muscle. At my consultation my surgeon advised me of the implications that could happen after breast surgery, one of these being "rippling". He said that rippling could sometimes occur because of a lack of tissue on top of the breast and he then went on to examine mine and said that I was fine to have them on top of the muscle.

It has been three months now and I have noticed that I have rippling inbetween my cleavage which is quite noticable. Obviously i am not happy about this and I'm going back to see my surgeon next week. Does anyone know if he is obliged to operate again putting them under the muscle without charge??

I just think for the money I've spent this could have been avoided and I trusted his judgement which was obviously wrong.

[Sqad]

"Obliged to operate again?".......of course not........particularly on a disenchanted patient......that spells trouble for the surgeon.

If you are not happy, then seek legal advice and sue him.

Sorry that the procedure didn't work out to your satisfaction, but healing and nature do not always follow the accepted rules.

[beso]

You will most likely find you signed away the right to comlain about rippling as you were warned of the possibility. Do you have a copy of the paperwork?

Remember you probably notice it a lot more than other people becuase you are conscious of it.

You would probably be better off seeing a psychologist about why you felt the surgery was necessary in the first place. Then get them taken out. At least this will be minor since you didn't endure the damage of having them placed deeper.

Most augmentations look ridiculous anyway because they are so far from the realm of plausibility. They generally look nothing like real breasts to anyone over forty and speak more loudly of insecurity than beauty. The prevalence of such surgery has led to unrealistic expectations. It makes me quite sad when I see women thinking they look fabulous sporting a pair lumps that look more like injuries than breasts.

[sjjones]

I don't see how it would spell trouble for the surgeon. I do not wish to sue, i would just like to know where i stand when i go to see him next week as he did examine me and say i would not get rippling therefore do not need the implants under the muscle. All i would like is for him to redo the op.

As for the comment about seeing a psychologist, it is not for you to judge. I agree some people can have underlying psychological issue's when wanting cosmetic surgery but i assure you that is not the case here. This is my first and last procedure and i will not go in to detail as to why i had it done because quite frankly it is none of your business. Neither did i ask for your personal opinion on how breast implants look.

If you do not know the answer to my question then please refrain from commenting. If anyone has something sensible to say that may help me then please let me know.

[Sqad]

sj.....Believe me he would not be keen to re-operate for a second time on a patient who was unhappy with the results of the first procedure......................Sod's Law...if anything could go wrong, it will.

Good Luck

[sjjones]

Thanks sqad. I understand he may have concerns, but if it were not for the rippling i would be totally happy with the result. The shape, size etc is perfect. Do you think he may re-operate knowing it is just the rippling nothing else?

[Sqad]

sj....I really doubt it, but would be interested in his decision.

Give me some feedback please.

[bednobs]

i suppose you will have t wait for your appointment for the definative answer. However, i would think it's extremely unlikely he will operate again for free, as this is a know side affect, which he warned you about

[sjjones]

bednobs I understand what your saying but the rippling could have been avoided in my opinion had he chosen the right option for my body type.

I don't know guys I will see him next week and let you know what he said. To be honest I am in the same opinion that he won't re-do it and i'll probably have a fight on my hands or more saving up.

Will keep you all posted anyhow.

[sjjones]

Well guys I said I would keep you updated. I went to see my surgeon today and we had a good talk about my options. He explained that although putting my implants under the muscle would solve the rippling it may lead to other problems. We went through everything and he told me to go away and think about it for a while. He said if I still want it done he would do it free of charge.

[Sqad]

sjones.....excellent, good result from an understanding surgeon.

If he did it on the NHS then there would be nothing else to pay, but remember, although he would not charge if done privately, the hospital would.

Well done and thanks for the feedback.