For many, breast implants are a life-changing confidence booster, but some experience complications with their implants later on. When women come into Dr. Robert Whitfield’s office with concerns regarding their breast implants, breast implant removal surgery may be an option for addressing their problems. What is breast implant removal (BIR) surgery? Breast implant removal surgery, […]
Recently, race car driver Danica Patrick, the first woman to win an IndyCar race and the Daytona 500, became public about her experience with Breast Implant Illness and her breast implant removal surgery. On Good Morning America, Danica spoke out on the subject. What is breast implant illness (BII)? While BII is not an official […]
What is BII? Although scientists are still studying breast implant illness (BII) and its causes, it is popularly referred to by women as complications they are experiencing following breast augmentation surgery. Science has not determined a definitive cause of BII, but many believe it is the immune system’s response to the addition of synthetic implants. […]
PODCAST: Recovery Following Breast Implant Removal [Part 2] [Episode 12] In the second half of our two-part series on recovery following breast implant removal surgery, you’ll hear more about how we help patients recover faster from breast implant removal surgery. Because lymph nodes are the body’s primary system for fighting infection, we prioritize lymphatic massage […]
Recovery Following Breast Implant Removal [Part 1] [Episode 11] It’s normal to worry about how you’ll feel waking up after surgery, and if you’re suffering from breast implant illness (BII), you may be even more worried about recovering from those symptoms. Dr. Whitfield goes above and beyond to make the post-op experience as comfortable […]
Using Fat to Create Beautiful Breasts After Implant Removal [Episode 10] Whether you’re having your breast implants removed or never had them at all, the volume lost can be replaced with your own fat and beautiful, long-lasting results can be achieved. During a fat transfer, fat is taken out of areas it is unwanted and […]
Breast Implant Removal Surgery [Episode 9] Because there are so many unknowns for women with breast implant illness, Dr. Whitfield’s approach to each and every breast implant removal surgery is as cautious and precise as the treatment of a breast cancer patient. While performing breast implant removal surgery, or “explant” surgery, Dr. Whitfield does everything […]
Your Pre-Op Appointment: What to Expect [Episode 8] During the pre-op appointment, you’ll meet with Dr. Whitfield to review the surgical plan, take photos, and discuss medications. Most importantly, Dr. Whitfield will cover the ERAS recovery protocol to set you up for a smooth experience once you’re out of surgery and resting at home. For […]
Preparing for Breast Implant Removal Surgery [Episode 7] Many women suffering from BII have been feeling terrible for a very long time and just want to feel better. Hear how Dr. Whitfield helps prepare patients to bounce back as fast as possible after surgery and rule out other conditions that could be contributing to chronic […]
The Discovery Session: Our Breast Implant Illness Consultation [Episode 6] A consultation (or discovery session, as we like to call it) with Dr. Rob is an in-depth exploration of symptoms and potential causes of breast implant illness. The purpose of the discovery session is for women affected by this chronic illness to get much-needed answers. […]