Eps 55. Are breast implants making you sick? - with Dr. Tim Sayed

In this powerful and eye-opening interview, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Tim Sayed joins Sharon Surita, PhD, to dive deep into the complex and often controversial world of Breast Implant Illness (BII) and explant surgery.👉 Dr. Sayed shares his personal journey into explant-focused care and the science behind why some patients develop inflammatory symptoms after getting implants—from brain fog and fatigue to gut issues and mood changes.🎙️ What you'll learn in this episode:• What Breast Implant Illness really is and why it's hard to diagnose• The truth about biofilm and hidden bacteria on implant surfaces• The risks and benefits of explant surgery—what to expect before and after• Why functional medicine testing matters in the explant journey• The role of toxins, gut health, and genetic predisposition• Current gaps in FDA oversight and implant safety• Why better diagnostic tools and research are urgently needed• How The Scalpel’s Edge podcast is challenging outdated medical paradigmsWhether you're navigating breast implant symptoms, considering explant surgery, or supporting someone through their healing, this episode will give you insights, clarity, and hope.🔗 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this conversation.🎧 Listen to Dr. Sayed’s podcast: The Scalpel's Edge📲 Follow us on Instagram: @FunctionallyEnlightened