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1. Am I candidate for
Calf Implants?
1. Am I a candidate for Calf Implants?If you are in good health (no serious health concerns) and have realistic expectations -- you may be a good candidate for Calf Implants. Some individuals can exercise and work out with weights until they are blue in the face and cannot seem to build muscle in the calf area. If you are one of these individuals, you may be a candidate for Calf Implants. 2. What are Calf implants made from?Calf Implants are normally made from medical grade silicone, a pliable, yet firm, solid piece of silicone. Solid Silicone is generally well-tolerated by the body and has the capacity to be formed into various shapes. Normally these blocks of silicone can be carved to custom fit an individual for implantation. The medical grade silicone is non-reactive and considered non toxic and an excellent choice for augmentation in these areas. Back to Top3. How many techniques are there for a Calf implants?There is really only one technique so far and two insertion types. Depending upon your body's tissue, the silicone implants will be custom fit to accommodate your own body style and inserted through an incision in the natural crease behind the knee for calf implants and placed behind the fascia (the thick white covering for muscles). Back to Top4. What does a typical consultation for Calf Implants entail?Your surgeon will discuss with you the realistic expectations you must have and what he thinks is possible for the end result. He will discuss the risks of the procedure. show photos if applicable and discuss with you the details of the procedure itself. It is possible that your doctor (depending on your measurements and desires) may have to custom fit an implant. Sometimes the surgeon will have to custom fit you by carving the inner portion of the implant to fit an individuals calf muscle. That way there will be more comfort for the patient. Back to Top5. How is a Calf Implants procedure performed?The procedure is usually performed under Light Sleep Sedation with local anesthetic or general anesthetic. The patient will be laid on his/her stomach and an incision will be made in the natural crease of the back of the knee. A pocket is made under the fascia (thick white covering for muscles) separating it from the muscle itself and the implant is placed between the fascia and muscle. The implant is situated and then the pocket is then sutured. Back to Top6. Does augmentation with Calf Implants look fake?Augmentation with Calf Implants resembles the appearance of a tone and "worked out" muscle. They may feel a little firm to the touch. But no firmer than when a person flexes his/her muscle. Back to Top7. What should I expect post-operatively?Expect to feel as if you have had an intense calf work out that lasts for 2 weeks. The prescribed pain medications should alleviate the pain associated Calf Implants. You should not sleep on your back for at least 10 days allow proper healing without pocket disruption. Your sutures on the exterior may be of the dissolving or non-dissolving type. If they are non-dissolving they will be removed in approximately 10 days. You must be careful not to strain the muscles in that area or lift heavy objects with your calf muscles (as in calf exercising) for several weeks. Doing so could "op the sutures or disrupt the pocket holding the implant leading to additional surgery or possible infection. Back to Top8. Is there much pain associated with getting Calf implants?Most patients attribute the pain associated with Calf comparable with a hard workout with those muscle groups. The prescribed pain medication should alleviate the pain, although if you feel as if the pain you are experiencing is severe, do not hesitate to contact your surgeon or the staff member on call. You must realize that there is trauma to the surrounding tissues involved with Calf implants and a moderate amount of pain should be expected. Back to Top9. What scars are involved with Calf implants?Calf implants incisions are made in the natural crease behind the knee, where the leg bends. The scars should should flatten and fade with time although they may be red and raised for months. You could incorporate silicone sheeting after the incisions are removed to help fade the resulting scars. Back to Top10. Is there a lot of swelling involved with a Calf implants?The swelling for Calf Implants is minor although some individuals may have edema (fluid retention) in the tissues more than others. There is considerable trauma to the surrounding tissues and normal swelling and discoloration is normal. If you feel that your swelling is severe do not hesitate to call your surgeon or the staff member on call. Back to Top11. When can I return to work?You should at least wait a week to ten days to return to work. You shouldn't walk excessively after Calf Implants. As long as you are not doing any hard labor, most patients return after 10 days -- some 5 days. Back to Top12. When will I be able to see the results?The results are immediate although you must wait for the swelling to subside to fully appreciate the end result. Whomever said patience is a virtue never had a cosmetic surgery procedure. Back to Top13. What are the risks of getting Calf implants?Although extremely rare, it is possible to bleed post-operatively resulting in another surgery to control and drain the collected blood. You could develop a post-operative infection and need to have the implant removed, the infection dealt with and still have to wait for several months before an additional surgery can be performed to re-implant. Loss of sensitivity is common, although temporary. Permanent sensation loss in general, can and may happen. There is also the possibility of developing a Seroma which is a mass caused by the accumulation of serum fluid within a tissue or organ. Or a Hematoma which is a localized mass of blood that is typically confined within an organ, tissue, space, or potential space and may be a result from a broken blood vessel. There is the possibility of shifting of the implant, leading to additional surgeries or pain. There is also the possibility of a negative reaction to the anesthetic. Back to Top14. What is Arnica montana, I have heard that it reduces swelling and bruising? Which is the best kind to take?also
known as: Mountain Tobacco, Mountain Arnica, Common Arnica, Leopard's Bane
and Sneezewort Other products or supplements that you may heard of or have been recommended may be Bromelain, Vitamin A, Vitamin K or Vitamin C - please discuss these with your surgeon if you are interested or have questions. ALWAYS ASK YOUR SURGEON FIRST BEFORE TAKING ANY MEDICATION. Back to Top15. How long do Calf implants last?Calf Implants are supposed to last your lifetime, but sometimes infection rears its ugly head and your implants must be removed, your infection dealt with and then and only then can discussions be made about re-implantation. The implant itself should last your lifetime without degradation. Although, that can not be said for sure as the calf implant is not at least 80 years old. But, in theory and in tests involving silicone - the material will last a very long time for its indication. Back to Top16. What abotu Bromelain? Does it help with bruising and swelling? from the plant of the:
Pineapple Bromelain is an anti-inflammatory formula containing the proteolytic enzyme from the stems of pineapples. Proteolytic enzymes are capable of dissolving proteins. It is most often used after sports injuries, to relive edema and after surgical procedures to help with swelling. Other products or supplements that you may heard of or have been recommended may be Arnica montana, Vitamin A, Vitamin K or Vitamin C -- please discuss these with your surgeon if you are interested or have questions.
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