Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery should help restore confidence — not lead to pain, infection, or disfigurement. Unfortunately, many patients who received the Internal Bra System, also known as a surgical mesh or scaffold used in breast lift and reconstruction procedures, are now reporting serious complications.

If you experienced pain, scarring, nerve damage, or reconstruction failure after receiving an Internal Bra device, you may be entitled to compensation. The Law Offices of Jason Turchin can represent victims across the United States who were harmed by defective medical devices and surgical products.

What Is the Internal Bra System?

The Internal Bra System is a synthetic mesh or scaffold implanted during breast augmentation, reconstruction, or lift surgery to support breast tissue and maintain shape. These devices are often marketed under brand names such as:

• GalaFLEX® or GalaFLEX 3D Scaffold
• SERI® Surgical Scaffold
• DuraSorb® Mesh
• MicroAire® or similar Internal Bra Systems

The product acts like an “internal support sling,” intended to hold the breast in place as tissue heals. However, patients have reported painful and unexpected side effects linked to the use of these materials.

Reported Complications from Internal Bra Implants

Many Internal Bra devices are made of synthetic polymers or biologic mesh materials designed to gradually absorb into the body. Unfortunately, in numerous cases, these materials did not integrate properly, leading to inflammation, rejection, or tissue breakdown.

Commonly Reported Injuries and Side Effects Include:

• Chronic pain and inflammation
• Scarring or tissue hardening (capsular contracture)
• Nerve damage or loss of sensation
• Implant displacement or asymmetry
• Infection or fluid buildup (seroma)
• Breast deformity or rippling
• Necrosis (tissue death)
• Need for corrective or revision surgery

Some patients were told the mesh would dissolve naturally, but it instead caused long-term complications and disfigurement.

Why Lawsuits May Be Filed

Patients could consider filing product liability lawsuits alleging that manufacturers of Internal Bra devices:

• Failed to warn doctors and patients of known complications
• Marketed the product as safe despite limited long-term testing
• Used materials not fully biocompatible for human implantation
• Failed to adequately test degradation rates and infection risks

These lawsuits may claim that the manufacturers prioritized profit over safety and failed to recall the devices even after reports of injuries.

Examples of Possible Manufacturer Negligence

1. Insufficient Clinical Data: Some mesh products entered the market under the FDA’s 510(k) clearance pathway, allowing approval based on similarity to prior devices rather than full safety trials.
2. Misleading Marketing: Promotional materials suggested the mesh was “absorbable” and “safe,” even though long-term complications were known.
3. Failure to Recall: Despite complaints and revision surgeries, some manufacturers continued sales without issuing immediate warnings.
4. Lack of Surgeon Warnings: Many plastic surgeons were not adequately informed about the risk of severe inflammation, migration, or extrusion.

Victims could argue that, had they been properly informed, they may have chosen a different reconstructive or cosmetic method.

Potential Compensation in an Internal Bra Lawsuit

Patients harmed by defective Internal Bra implants may be eligible for both economic and non-economic damages.

You May Recover For:

• Medical bills (including revision and removal surgeries)
• Future medical care and corrective procedures
• Lost income or inability to work
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Scarring or permanent disfigurement
• Loss of quality of life

In some cases, punitive damages may be sought to punish the manufacturer if there was a reckless disregard of consumer safety.

What To Do If You Have an Internal Bra Implant

If you underwent a breast lift, reconstruction, or augmentation and later developed complications, consider these steps to protect your health and your legal rights:

1. Request your medical records — including operative reports showing which implant or mesh was used.
2. Obtain the product information (brand name, serial number, manufacturer).
3. Consult your plastic surgeon about any pain, swelling, or irregularities.
4. Get imaging tests (MRI or ultrasound) if rupture or migration is suspected.
5. Document your symptoms and any additional surgeries.
6. Speak with a product liability attorney to discuss your case.

Do not discard removed mesh material after revision surgery — it can serve as evidence in your case.

Legal Theories in Internal Bra Device Lawsuits

Lawsuits against Internal Bra manufacturers could include one or more of the following claims if provable:

• Design Defect: The mesh was inherently unsafe or prone to rejection.
• Manufacturing Defect: Errors during production led to contamination or material weakness.
• Failure to Warn: Companies did not properly inform physicians or patients of known risks.
• Negligence: The manufacturer ignored reports of harm and failed to investigate.
• Breach of Warranty: The device did not perform as marketed or promised.

Patients could allege that these failures led to painful complications, multiple surgeries, and permanent disfigurement if warranted.

Why Contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

The Law Offices of Jason Turchin represents victims of defective medical devices, recalled surgical implants, and dangerous cosmetic products nationwide. We understand the complex medical and legal issues involved in these cases and can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.

When you hire our firm, we can:

• Obtain and review your medical records and surgical details
• Work with medical and biomechanical experts
• Investigate the manufacturer’s product testing and recall history
• Handle negotiations with insurers and corporate defense attorneys
• File a claim for full and fair compensation that victims deserve

We handle all cases on a contingency-fee basis — meaning you pay no fees or costs unless we recover money for you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the Internal Bra System used for?

It’s a surgical mesh implanted during breast lift or reconstruction surgery to support breast tissue and maintain shape.

2. What complications have been reported?

Patients have reported pain, inflammation, mesh exposure, infection, and tissue damage requiring additional surgeries.

3. Can I file a lawsuit even if my surgery was cosmetic?

Whether your procedure was cosmetic or reconstructive, you may be eligible to file a claim if the product was defective and you had injury because of the alleged defect.

4. How do I know which device I received?

Your surgical records or implant card should list the product brand and lot number. We can help you request these from your doctor.

5. What if my symptoms appeared years later?

You may still have a claim. Many complications develop gradually as the mesh deteriorates.

6. How long do I have to file a claim?

Deadlines vary by state. In Florida, most product injury cases must be filed within two years of discovering the injury.

7. Do I have to join a class action?

Not necessarily. You may file an individual lawsuit for your specific injuries, or your claim may become part of a mass tort action.

8. How much does it cost to hire your firm?

There are no upfront fees or costs. We only get paid if we recover money for you.

Contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin

If you suffered pain, scarring, or complications after receiving an Internal Bra System or surgical mesh implant, contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin today for a free consultation.

📞 Call (800) 337-7755 or visit www.jasonturchin.com.

Our firm fights for victims of defective medical devices and surgical products nationwide. You pay no fees or costs unless money is recovered for you.