Explant Breast Surgery & Recovery

Episode 70: Unlocking the Secrets of Stem Cells: Revolutionizing Breast Implants and Beyond

June 13th, 2024  |  15 mins 35 secs

breast implant illness, fat transfer for breast implant illness, fat transfer surgery and breast augmentation, fat transfers, stem cells and healing

Over the years, stem cells have gained significant attention for their remarkable ability to transform into various cell types, presenting immense potential for regenerative medicine and treatment for a wide range of diseases. This growing interest has been driven by a series of groundbreaking discoveries and significant advancements in stem cell research. In the context of breast implants and breast implant illness, stem cells offer promising solutions for tissue regeneration and recovery, providing new hope for those seeking alternative treatments.

Whether you're curious about the science behind stem cells or considering a procedure involving fat transfer, this episode is packed with valuable insights to guide you on your journey to better health and wellness. Let’s explore more about how stem cells are transforming the medical field, providing new avenues for treatment and recovery. We'll dive into valuable insights and the latest advancements, helping you understand the incredible potential of stem cells and their benefits.

Episode 68: Navigating Breast Implant Surgery Risks with Dr. Thomas Chung

May 30th, 2024  |  32 mins 32 secs

breast explant surgery, breast implant illness, breast implant removal, breast implants, dr. robert whitfield, dr. thomas chung, fat transfer and breast augmentation

Breast implants are said to be a transformative solution for individuals seeking aesthetic enhancement or breast reconstruction. However, beneath their promise of confidence and beauty lie potential risks that are often overlooked. Breast Implant Illness (BII) underscores the importance of thorough patient education and informed consent, highlighting the complexities and implications associated with implants. That is why there is a need for us to raise more awareness about the realities of breast implant surgery, ensuring that patients are fully informed about the risks and potential consequences.

I'm thrilled to introduce our guest for today's episode – Dr. Thomas Chung. We share a similar background in terms of experience and training, which initially intrigued me since he has a clear and insightful understanding of breast implant illness, and we'll delve into that throughout this episode.

Episode 66: ENCORE: What are the Risks of Breast Implant Surgery?

May 16th, 2024  |  12 mins 36 secs

breast augmentation, breast implant illness, breast implant risks, breast implants, mastopexy, risks of breast implants

Although undergoing breast implant surgery has benefits, it also involves short-term and long-term risks like any other surgical procedure. There could be bleeding, infection, and scarring as short-term risks while for long-term risks, there are cases involving capsular contracture.

Reasons as to why women get breast implants vary but more than that and the benefits of having implants, they should also be informed by their provider about the risks of breast implant surgery. That’s why I’m here to discuss breast implant surgery and the risks that come with it.

Episode 65: ENCORE: Can Breast Implants Cause Neurological Symptoms?

May 9th, 2024  |  8 mins 28 secs

autoimmune responses, breast implant illness, breast implants, neural inflammation, neurological symptoms

While breast implants or breast augmentation are generally considered safe and effective, there has been growing concern about their potential link to neurological symptoms. There have been several patients over the past years complaining about symptoms of neural inflammation such as brain fog, headache, sound sensitivity and light sensitivity.
And that’s why we’re here to shed light on this topic. In this episode, we’ll answer the concern of many as regards breast implants and whether or not they can cause neurological symptoms.

Episode 64: Navigating Brain Surgery: Insights from Taylor Dukes’ Recovery

May 2nd, 2024  |  41 mins 8 secs

brain surgery recovery, brain tumor, breast explant surgery, breast implant illness, breast implants, killer cells, low-inflammatory diet, nk cells, proper nutrition and recovery

By embracing a holistic approach that considers not only the surgical procedure itself but also the patient's overall health and well-being, practitioners can optimize the recovery process and enhance long-term outcomes. Functional medicine emphasizes the interconnectedness of various bodily systems, recognizing the importance of factors such as nutrition, inflammation management, and stress reduction in promoting healing. When applied with conventional techniques, these can play a crucial role in supporting patients more comprehensively and effectively.

In this compelling discussion with Taylor Dukes, we explore the various aspects of recovery in her brain tumor healing journey, shedding light on the importance of holistic approaches to healing, from addressing inflammation to optimizing restorative sleep. Join us as we unravel personal narratives, share valuable insights, and highlight the critical role of support systems in the recovery process.

Episode 58: ENCORE: Is There a Link Between Breast Implants and Cancer?

March 21st, 2024  |  9 mins 31 secs

breast cancer, breast implant illness, breast implant problems, breast implant toxicity, lymphoma, silicone breast implants

I can’t emphasize enough the fact that breast implant illness remains to be a topic that’s not often talked about by many, especially in the medical community, despite its several effects. Usually, women undergo explant surgery in an effort to heal their breast implants.

Today, we’ll be talking about the link between breast implants and cancer and I hope you learn more about breast implant illness as we continue to delve into the symptoms, latest surgical techniques for exploitation, and the recovery process for breast implant illness in my podcast series.

Episode 57: ENCORE: How You Can Prevent Breast Implant Illness

March 14th, 2024  |  7 mins 19 secs

breast explant surgery, breast implant illness, breast implant removal, breast implant toxicity, dr. robert whitfield

With a number of cases of women being affected by breast implant illness, there’s a need for us to ensure that everyone is fully informed about the risks, benefits and preventions for such illness as it remains to be unrecognized by many.

And that’s why we’re here today! We’ll be talking about how to prevent breast implant illness and the importance of having a reputable and qualified surgeon for your implants.

Episode 54: ENCORE: How Do You Know If You Have Breast Implant Illness?

February 22nd, 2024  |  11 mins 30 secs

breast explant, breast implant illness, breast implant removal, breast reconstruction

Breast implants have been used for a relatively long time now. However, there is not enough research studies or discussions based on its effects which is why Breast Implant Illness (BII) is quite a new topic especially in the medical community and is not yet widely recognized.

Episode 53: Exploring Environmental Factors: Mold and Breast Implant Health

February 15th, 2024  |  9 mins 54 secs

breast implant illness, breast implant illness and mold, food and wine safety, mold and breast implant illness, mold in coffee and grains, mold in wine, toxicity testing

I’m often asked whether or not there is a correlation between breast implants and mold toxicity. This is a topic that sparks considerable interest and concern among patients, as they seek to understand any possible implications for their health and well-being given the prevalence of mold-related health issues and the widespread use of breast implants.

In this episode, we aim to raise awareness and address such inquiries with clarity and accuracy, drawing upon both scientific evidence and clinical experience to provide informed insights and guidance to my patients.

Episode 51: From Implants to Insight: A Comprehensive Look at Breast Implant Illness with Casey Araujo

February 1st, 2024  |  40 mins 58 secs

breast implant illness, breast implant removal, breast implant removal surgery, breast implant surgery, breast implants, explant surgery

In recent years, the prevalence of health issues associated with breast implant surgery has gained significant attention within the medical community and among patients. This heightened awareness has shed light on a condition known as Breast Implant Illness (BII), which is characterized by various symptoms ranging from inflammation and chronic fatigue to autoimmune responses.

Casey Araujo joins me in today’s episode to offer her valuable insight into the aspects of breast implant illness, particularly related to breast implant surgery, removal, and post-recovery. This is to raise awareness about breast implant illness and advocate for a holistic approach to surgical care, emphasizing the importance of mindset, lifestyle modifications, and social support systems in achieving optimal outcomes.