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After Three Years: Not Level or Symmetric Breasts and Noticeable Nipple Scars. What Do I Do?

asked 1 year ago by Fort Lauderdale6933 in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 330 times
Tags: nipples, asymmetry, silicone implant, 250-299cc, options, scar

I had done my silicone implants, 270 cc, almost three ago, a year later I consulted my surgeon because the left breast looks lower and moved to the side, also the scar around the nipple was expanding and changing color, due to that mi surgeon reinstall the left nipple because he didn´t like the scar, but I´m not sure if he did something about putting the left breast back in place. Today the left breast still looks lower and moved also both scars are pretty noticeable. What should I do now?

7 answers to After Three Years: Not Level or Symmetric Breasts and Noticeable Nipple Scars. What Do I Do?

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Breast Augmentation Revision

Thank you for the question. Based on your description it sounds like you may be experiencing implant asymmetry because of displacement of one of your implants. One of the most common complications after breast augmentation surgery is implant mal-position. This occurs when the implant is in an incorrect position on the chest wall. This may include incorrect position of the implant superiorly (“riding high”), inferiorly (“bottoming out”), medially... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Breasts not symmetric

Breast asymmetry is one of the most challenging subjects in my practice.  Often times when the difference is not too much then it is simple to correct but breasts differ in many ways.  My first question is: Were your breasts symmetrical before the augmentation? If they were then most likely the problem is a displaced implant.  Often implants placed under the muscle will migrate down and out (to the side) due to muscle push or excessive dissection at the initial surgery.... more
Juan A. Brou, MD

Oklahoma City Plastic Surgeon
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After Three Years: Not Level or Symmetric Breasts and Noticeable Nipple Scars. What Do I Do?

You dont post photos, but with what you state, it is unlikely that the surgeon did anything to the implant placement if it still looks the same.  It is difficult to make recomendations without seeing photos, but you should consult with your surgeon regarding possible revision.
Amy T. Bandy, DO

Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Scarring after peri-areolar mastopexy

Unfortunately, poor scarring following peri-areolar mastopexy with implant augmentation is very common. If you are going to get your breasts revised, you should consider a vertical mastopexy approach with implant exchange.
Arian Mowlavi, MD

Laguna Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Breast implants should be level

There are variations right to left for most individuals who have breast implants, though your implants should be positioned fairly symmetrical right to left. If things just are not going right with your surgeon it may help to get additional opinions to see if something can be, or should be done. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Breast lower after augmentation

If the breasts are different in height then sometimes this can be revised. Consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.
Jeff Scott, MD

Everett Plastic Surgeon
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Breast asymmetry

Breasts are normally a bit asymmetric with one being lower than the other.  If they are "way off" then perhaps they may need a revision.  Discuss this with your doctor after beign examined.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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