Too early to know, breast implant results may improve on their own

Robert B. Pollack, MD answers: Will double bubble breast implants correct themselves with time?

I am 4 weeks post-op from a revision for bilateral grade IV capsular contracture, during which I went from 315cc saline HP unders to 350cc mod+ silicone with the same placement. The double bubble became visible within the first week and I've only noticed minimal improvement.

While I'd be heartbroken if additional surgery is required, I don't want to wait things out with less than satisfactory results for too long. Should I give it past the 6 month mark to smooth out?


Robert B. Pollack, MD
28 days ago
By Robert B. Pollack, MD - San Diego Plastic Surgeon

There can be a residual tight band of skin along the lower portion of the breast following your revision that is causing the double bubble appearance. Often times this will slowly  stretch and improve during the first few months. At 4 weeks it is just too soon to tell. You really need to allow up to 6 months to see the final appearance. That would be the best time to look at the appearance and determine if anything more needs to be done. Hope this helps.

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