6 Weeks Post Breast Lift with Implants and Unsatisfied with Shape? (photo)

Hi, I am 6 wks post breast lift w/ implants. Prior to surgery, I was a DD cup. I'm satisfied with the size, but not with the breast shape and asymmetry in the areola. I feel I'm lacking round/fullness in the upper pole that I thought an implant would provide. Areola size is also off by 1.5 cm. The left nipple also seems to be stretched out compared to right. I know I am early in the healing stage, but will time really make a difference in shape and areola size? What are my options for revision?

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Augmentation mastopexy and dissatisfaction with shape.

An augmentation mastopexy is the most complex common cosmetic breast surgery. Increasing breast size while simultaneously decreasing the breast envelope can lead to all sorts of issues. Not uncommonly, women find the shape is not to their liking or the nipples are out of position. For these reasons, revisions are highest with this procedure. In your case, it is difficult to tell which type of lift you had (around the nipple only, or a circumvertical lift). Also, with no preoperative photos... more

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Continued breast ptosis after breast lift/augmentation

Thanks for the picture. You are right in pointing out it is early, are you doing any massage or wearing a bandeau (strap) across the breasts to make the implants fall more? Ask your surgeon if he/she reccomends them. I would not reccomend a revision for at least six months.

Concerns Postop

It is still rather early to consider a revision so for now I would take a deep breath and let the healing process proceed. You will have a better sense of the final result in a few months. As the other physicians have mentioned, it appears that higher placement of the nipples/areolae would be optimal. Another consideration, however, is the fact that you were already a DD and you had placement of implants. I know that you want upper breast fullness but, honestly,... more

Unhappy with lift and implants

Though your breasts will change more in the coming months, it is unlikely that these changes will improve your results. It looks like you need more lift and skin tightening which would allow the areolas to be more even and possibly accentuate the upper pole. Discusses this with your surgeon.

Unhappy With Breast Lift / Implants Result

Although you are still very early in the post-op period, it does appear that your breasts may require additional lifting to place the nipple in the optimal position. It is difficult to see clearly, however, the upper pole appears to lack in fullness as you described. This may be a result of your pre-op breast anatomy and that should be discussed with your plastic surgeon. The areolar asymmetry you noted may improve over time. If not, it can usually be addressed easily... more

6 Weeks Post Breast Lift with Implants and Unsatisfied with Shape

Appears in the posted photo the lifting part of the operation was not adequately done. Best to obtain in person second opinions.

Unsatisfied

It is not easy to discern the upper pole on the straight on view you have sent with your question, although I do get some sensation of an upper pole bulge. I do see some difference in areolar size. Several things are likely to change hopefully for the better as the implants continue to settle into position. Areolar size may well appear more even. What is unlikely is to develop more upper plie fill. Stay in close contact with your surgeon as healing progresses. If you contemplate a... more