Q. Dear Dr Banwell, I see that you have written that you do not do calf implants as they need to be removed very often. Please could you direct me to some literature about this and the relevant risks before I pursue this option? I have charcot marie toothe and am desperate to improve the appearance of my skinny legs but dont want to go through the ordeal and expense of surgery if there is a high risk of it failing or causing damage to my muscles or nerves? Many thanks I really do appreciate your advice and honesty!! Kind regards
A. Hi Gail I am sure you will find a surgeon who is prepared to insert calf implants in you. All I am saying is that there is a high chance of problems post-op mainly regarding infection, implant movement and extrusion – damage to muscles and nerves is less common good luck!
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Mr. Paul Banwell
McIndoe Surgical Centre
Holtye Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex
RH19 3DZ
Tel: 0845 2600 261
Web: www.paulebanwell.com |
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Q. Dear Dr Shoaib, I see that you make mention of calf implants for people with charcot marie toothe on this site. I have this condition and am considering having calf implants. Is this a procedure that you have carried out on patients with CMT before and if so what has the success rate been? Are there any risks that I need to know about? And do you have an idea of the costs involved? Thank you for your help! I really do appreciate it!! Kind regards
A. Thanks for your enquiry. I have done calf implants before but for CMT disease, the results aren’t that great unfortunately. We do see improvements, but people with CMT disease want to be able to show their legs in public and even with implants they often don’t do that. So, I can certainly do the procedure, but we would need to have a in depth consultation first so that you don’t end up being disappointed with the final results.
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Mr. Taimur Shoaib
La Belle Forme Clinic
24-26 Wilson Street
Glasgow G1 1SS
Tel: 0141-552 0828
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Q. How much does a calf implant cost ? can you Get as big as you want, because of my illnnes i really dont have anything….
A. Sorry I do not do calf implants as they virtually always need to be removed
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Mr. Paul Banwell
McIndoe Surgical Centre
Holtye Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex
RH19 3DZ
Tel: 0845 2600 261
Web: www.paulebanwell.com |
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Q. I am asking about calf implant cost thank you
A. Thank you for your email. Please visit our website: www.vadodariaplasticsurgery.com or please contact my office on 0208 997 3976 between 9.00 am and 5.00 pm or by email on info@vadodariaplasticsurgery.com for further guidance regarding the cost of the calf implant procedure. Mr.Shailesh Vadodaria FRCS (Plastic surgery) Consultant Plastic Surgeon
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Mr. Shailesh Vadodaria
10 Harley Street
London
W1G 9PF
Tel: 0208 997 3976
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Q. hi. i am looking to have a calf implant on my right leg.i am a 29 years old male and had a few operations when i was younger to stretch my achillies tendon,this resulting in my right calf being smaller than my left,mainly at the bottom of the calf as i have some muscle at the top.i have been self concious all my life bout the way it looks especially from behind and would now like to do something about it.please could u email me bout the best way to go about this if u can do it and do u have experiance of doing it.if not could u tell me of the best surgeon to go with.i live i the north west.also could u tell me the price of doing a single implant.thankyou.
A. Thank for your email. Please send me some additional details e.g. age, details of the previous operation and associated scarring etc. I also need to assess the quality of overlying skin.I have following suggestions to help you further: 1) Please send me good quality photos for my initial comments. 2) You may wish to arrange a detailed consultation to allow me to examine you and give my opinion. 3) Please visit our website: www.vadodariaplasticsurgery.com to allow you to develop better insight into the procedure. Please contact my office on 0208 997 3976 between 9.00 am and 5.00 pm or by email on info@vadodariaplasticsurgery.com for further guidance. Mr.Shailesh Vadodaria FRCS (Plastic surgery) Consultant Plastic Surgeon
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Mr. Shailesh Vadodaria
10 Harley Street
London
W1G 9PF
Tel: 0208 997 3976
Web: www.vadodariaplasticsurgery.com |
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Q. Hi there. my calfs are very skinny, i have been working hard in the gym for years to build up muscle on my lower legs. but its not working. what kind of surgery or treatment can be approached? many thanks.
A. Thank you for your email. Calf can be augmentedy by silicone implants. This procedure is done under general anaesthetic as a day case procedure if you live in London.I have following suggestions to help you further: 1) Please send me good quality photos for my initial comments. 2) You may wish to arrange a detailed consultation to allow me to examine you and give my opinion. 3) Please visit our website: www.vadodariaplasticsurgery.com to allow you to develop better insight into the procedure. Please contact my office on 0208 997 3976 between 9.00 am and 5.00 pm or by email on info@vadodariaplasticsurgery.com for further guidance. Mr.Shailesh Vadodaria FRCS (Plastic surgery) Consultant Plastic Surgeon
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Mr. Shailesh Vadodaria
10 Harley Street
London
W1G 9PF
Tel: 0208 997 3976
Web: www.vadodariaplasticsurgery.com |
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Q. Thanks for you answer to my first question, Re: implant too small. can you use seline implants for the calf? the reason i ask is because the volume can be increased gradually in order to obtain the correct size.
A. Hi there. I have access to all implants from most manufacturers. However, I’ve never seen a saline calf implant – they’re all silicone and can be either soft silicone or hard silicone. So I’m afraid we simply have to choose a size of calf implant together from the list available.
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Mr. Taimur Shoaib
La Belle Forme Clinic
24-26 Wilson Street
Glasgow G1 1SS
Tel: 0141-552 0828
Web: www.labelleforme.co.uk |
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Q. If you have bow legs can a calf augmentation bring out more of a straighter look from the front and the back?
A. hi there. A typical bow leg is quite a complex shape which cannot be completely corrected with calf implants, I’m afraid
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Mr. Taimur Shoaib
La Belle Forme Clinic
24-26 Wilson Street
Glasgow G1 1SS
Tel: 0141-552 0828
Web: www.labelleforme.co.uk |
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Q. I had polio as a young child which has left me with an undevelpoed muscle in my left leg, i had calf augmentation just over 2 years ago,however i’m disapointed with the final results because my leg is still considerably smaller, can i have it re-done with a larger implant.
A. Hi there. This is always a difficult problem, and we see the same difficulties with people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease as well as with the effects of Polio. Sometimes implants are not large enough that come off the shelf, and you might have to consider a custom made implant, but this does add considerably to the cost. Often I say to people that we sometimes have to accept the limitations of the procedure, though.
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Mr. Taimur Shoaib
La Belle Forme Clinic
24-26 Wilson Street
Glasgow G1 1SS
Tel: 0141-552 0828
Web: www.labelleforme.co.uk |
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Q. My son was born with a short achilles tendon and was forced to have casting to stretch the muscle as naturally as possible. This is resulted in his left calf muscle not reaching its full development. I was wondering whether a calf implant would help the situation. He’s only 17 years old and I’m sure whether he is too young to be considered surgery. Any chance you give me your opinion on this please.
A. I am not sure whether you are asking about functional improvement or cosmetic improvement. A calf implant might be able to help improve the cosmetic appearance but unless it is really a major issue I would leave things well alone. If there are functional problems I would consult a physiotherapist or an orthopaedic surgeon Cheerio PB
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Mr. Paul Banwell
McIndoe Surgical Centre
Holtye Road
East Grinstead
West Sussex
RH19 3DZ
Tel: 0845 2600 261
Web: www.paulebanwell.com |
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