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Coloplast for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile Dysfunction: It’s common, and it’s treatable. 

If you are dealing with erectile dysfunction (ED), you are not alone: nearly one in every two men over sixty-five will experience some degree of erectile dysfunction. Younger men often struggle with ED as well. By taking the time to educate yourself about ED, you’ve made an important first step in finding a solution to erectile dysfunction (impotence).

Erectile Dysfunction is the consistent inability to sustain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse.  

Erectile Dysfunction can be: 

  • A total inability to achieve an erection – You can never get an erection. 
  • An inconsistent ability to do so – You can only occasionally get an erection. 
  • A tendency to sustain only brief erections – You can get an erection, but can’t keep it long enough for satisfying sex.
  • An injury (i.e. brain or spinal cord) 
  • A disease (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol) 
    • Various studies have estimated that between 20% – 71% of individuals with diabetes suffer from erectile dysfunction 
  • An operation (i.e. prostate gland removal) 
  • Substance use (i.e., tobacco, drugs, alcohol, or medications)
  • Approximately 30 million American men suffer from erectile dysfunction. 
  • Most men with erectile dysfunction still have the ability to have an orgasm and father a child, but often have difficulty doing these things because they can’t get or sustain an erection. 
  • Erectile dysfunction is not normal and is by no means an inevitable consequence of aging. 
  • Most men at one time or another during their sexual lives are unable to get or keep an erection. This is normal and does not indicate a problem. However, millions of men of all ages experience this inability as a continuing problem. 
  • In most cases, erectile dysfunction can be overcome.

Fellowship-Trained Penile Implant Specialist, Tejash Shah, MD is a highly trained urologist specializing in microsurgery and men's health. Dr. Shah has extensive experience diagnosing and treating men throughout Hunterdon, Somerset, Mercer, and Warren Counties for erectile dysfunction. Dr. Shah will take the time to perform a comprehensive assessment of your sexual health to determine the treatment option that is right for you. If other ED treatments have failed to produce your desired results, it may be time to consider a penile implant. Call 908-237-4105 to schedule a consultation at Hunterdon Urological Associates today!

A penile implant is a device that is placed into a man’s body and is designed to help him get an erection. This device is prescribed by a physician for men who are suffering from impotence. 

ED Treatment Options: Penile Implants 

Reasons to consider a Penile Implant: 

  • Patient satisfaction rates: 93.8% of patients were moderately or completely satisfied with their penile implant choice, far outpacing satisfaction levels for Viagra (51.6%) or injection therapy (40.9%). 
  • A Discrete Solution: Designed to emulate the look and performance of a natural erection. Minimal Recovery Time: Following the routine outpatient procedure, a four to six-week recovery period is necessary before the implant is used. 
  • Insurance Coverage: Most insurance, including Medicare, cover the implant.

The Titan Touch® Inflatable Penile Implant 

Titan Touch Inflatable Penile Implant

The Genesis™ Flexible Rod Penile Implant 

Both types of implants enable men with erectile dysfunction to have a satisfactory erection for sexual intercourse and to experience the joys of sex again. You should be able to have an orgasm with a penile implant if you were able to have one before your surgery, unless you have another medical problem that affects it. Consult your physician about this. The primary difference between the two implant types is that flexible rod implants (the Genesis) produce a permanently firm penis, while the inflatable implants (the Titan) produce a controlled, more natural erection. 

Some facts about Coloplast’s penile implants: 

The Coloplast Titan Touch Inflatable Penile Implant (IPP) is a self-contained, fluid-filled system made from Bioflex and silicone. Bioflex is a supple, durable biopolymer material. 

  • The implant is totally concealed in your body 
  • Designed to emulate the look and performance of a natural erection 
  • Pump design has a non-bulky, low-profile size 

The Titan Touch inflatable penile implant offers a dependable method of restoring sexual function. 

  • It is the result of advanced engineering and medical research designed with your needs in mind 
  • It offers hope to many men with E.D. 
  • It provides an option where other treatments are not appropriate or have failed 

Titan Touch Unique Features 

  • Mechanical reliability rates: Recent studies show the Coloplast Alpha 1 and Titan to have mechanical reliability rates of 97.5% after five years on first-time implants. 
  • Concealable: When implanted, the Coloplast Titan penile implant is not visibly noticeable. The penis appears relaxed and normal in the flaccid state, and it is not obvious by looking at a man that he has an implant. 
  • Lifetime replacement policy: Coloplast provides a lifetime replacement policy with all of its penile implants. Coloplast will replace the inflatable implant, or any component, for any reason during the lifetime of the patient. 

Titan Touch Inflate/Deflate animation

Will I lose any length after getting a penile implant? 

Each penile implant is custom-fitted to your anatomy. Discuss this in greater detail with your physician. 

Will I be able to have spontaneous erections with a penile implant? 

No. In order to place the implant in the body, the corpora containing the spongy tissue is removed to make room for the cylinders. If you are still able to have erections on your own, which are satisfactory for intercourse, you should consider very carefully whether or not an implant is the right fix for you. However, if you cannot have erections or if they are not satisfactory for intercourse, then an implant will be able to provide you with a more “instant” erection when compared to pills, or vacuum devices.  

What is the recovery time? 

Each individual is different and therefore their recovery will be different as well. Typical recovery is between 4-6 weeks. Your physician will determine what you can and cannot do during this time. It is important to follow the recommendations that your physician gives to you to ensure the best outcome.  

Is the cost of a penile implant covered by insurance? 

A penile implant is prescribed by your physician. Most insurance, including Medicare, cover the implant. Check with your physician’s office to determine your actual cost.  

What makes the Genesis® and Titan® Touch different? 

Both implants provide you with the capability of having an erection satisfactory for intercourse. The main difference is that the Genesis penile implant is a malleable implant consisting of two rods that are placed in the penis. There are no further parts to this implant. To have an erection, you only need to hold the penis and move it into the desired position. When you are finished you return the penis to the previous position. With the Titan Touch penile implant, you inflate the cylinders by pressing the pump bulb in the scrotum. You can control the firmness by pumping until you are satisfied with the erection. The best thing is to discuss each implant with your physician to make sure that you are getting the implant that is appropriate for you. 

Are there risks associated with the penile implant? 

Penile implants are surgical solutions requiring a healing period that have risks associated with surgery such as pain, anesthesia reactions, repeat surgery due to infections, or mechanical problems with the device. The implant eliminates the possibility of a natural erection. Considerations in choosing a penile implant may include your medical condition, lifestyle, personal preference and cost. 

This treatment is prescribed by your physician. Although many patients benefit from the use of this device, results may vary. Discuss the treatment options with your physician to understand the risks and benefits of the various options to determine if a penile implant is right for you. 

Will anyone notice that I have an implant? 

Since the implant is completely placed inside your body, no one will see the implant. In fact, no one will know unless you tell them.  

Can I have an orgasm with a penile implant? 

You should be able to have an orgasm with a penile implant if you were able to have one before your procedure. Consult your physician about your expected outcome.  

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Tejash Shah, MD

 Tejash Shah, MD

 

Dr. Tejash Shah is a board-certified urologist with Hunterdon Urological Associates and serves as the Medical Director of Men’s Sexual and Reproductive Health at Hunterdon Medical Center. He has extensive knowledge in all areas of urologic care ranging from kidney stones to enlarged prostate and urologic oncology including bladder, prostate, and kidney cancer. In addition to his surgical urology training, Dr. Shah completed a one-year men’s health fellowship at Boston Medical Center focusing on sexual and reproductive medicine. 

As urology and specifically men's health touches on many sensitive topics, Dr. Shah feels it is critical to help his patients feel comfortable while providing excellent comprehensive care. He treats erectile dysfunction with both non-surgical and surgical options, low testosterone, peyronies disease, enlarged prostate, urinary incontinence, and male infertility. His goal is to make patients feel at ease in sharing such personal and difficult details while providing state-of-the-art yet personalized patient care.

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