Expander pain

I had really bad pain with my expanders. I was so glad to get them out. My advice is to make sure you check out your plastic surgeon and that you feel comfortable with your Dr. I had my first reconstruction done in May 2012. The surgeon. I had was so rude and I would get all worked up before my visits. I was rushed and was not able to ask a lot of questions. I was having it done in the public Hosp and there was no out of pocket expenses. The reconstruction was really bad and I have just had it re- done by another surgeon. I could not beleive the difference in the way I was treated. My new surgeon also did it that I had no out of pocket fees, and it was done in a private Hosp. I do have private health cover. My new surgeon was so caring and encouraged me to ask questions. I could not believe the after care I received from him . I saw him the day before op and he went over everything to make sure I was ok and also took photo's to take with him to op.I was wrapped up for 6 days and then he had ordered 2 compression bras for me. I had to put on once bandages were gone. I have to wear it for 6 weeks. I had none of this with my previouse surgeon. Only had tape on stitches. When I told her about the pain from the expanders, was told I was a whimp.I am very happy with my new re-construction.I do not have the pain I had with the expanders. Make sure you are happy with your surgeon before you go ahead. I went through so much that I should not have had to go through. Good luck. Debbie