I Believe Right Saline Implant has Leaked/Deflated 2 Weeks Post-Op, Is It Possible this Soon?

asked 7 months ago by Anxious Annie
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: saline implants, 2 weeks post-op, deflation, leak

I received 275cc saline moderate round under the muscle. I was a small a cup. Up until yesterday my right breast (dominate side) has been, more swollen and higher. However, I'm beginning to notice that the right breast has lost volume and almost looks like it did pre-op. I've noticed less pain and discomfort almost immediately. Did my implant leak this soon? My PS is in another state so I know I need to schedule an appt ASAP but I'm anxious to know!

8 answers to I Believe Right Saline Implant has Leaked/Deflated 2 Weeks Post-Op, Is It Possible this Soon?

Implant leak

It is quite possible that your implant leaked. If you notice the breast ahs no volume than that jsut gave you the answer. You should contact your surgeon ASAP.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Early saline leakage from breast implant.

It is certainly possible that the implant has leaked. This may be due to a manufacturing defect or from trauma to the implant during the procedure. If it is a true deflation, it will require replacement of the implant to correct. I recommend that you contact your plastic surgeon and send them photos so that they can see the difference.

David Bogue, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.drbogue.com

Saline implants can leak at any point if the shell ruptures

Hello, There are two possibilities. 1) you had a lot of swelling after surgery and your pocket was tight and now that that has improved you are seeing less swelling. 2) your saline implant has deflated. When a saline implant deflates it tends to deflate all of the way as opposed to just partially. If your breast that you are concerned of is still quite a bit larger than it was before surgery than it may have just been swelling and the implant may be intact.... more

Remus Repta, MD
Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

Sudden change in size of your implant may indicate a rupture

If you suddenly noticed that one breast seems to be the size it was "pre-op", than it is likely there was a deflation. Deflation of a saline implant can occur from a leak and may take a few days to a few months to deflate. More rarely, an implant can rupture as a result of a trauma or accident. Implants can leak if teh shell weakend over time. This is why the implants are warrantied for 10 years because the rate of leaking or rupture is significantly higher after 10 years. ... more

Matthew Schulman, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

I Believe Right Saline Implant has Leaked/Deflated 2 Wks Post-Op, Is It Poss this Soon?Answer:

It is very rare but totally possible!!! If it is your implant you’ll be able to tell. Send a picture to your surgeon and I suggest you fly back and have them exchange it. If you were my patient I would not charge you a doctors fee and the implants have a great warranty! Sorry to hear this happening so soon but again, it is very rare!

John J. Corey, MD
Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

Immediate change in size after breast enhancement

If you noticed that your breast size was suddenly different than it was before than that sounds like acute deflation of a saline implant may be a possibility. It is quite unusual for it to happen right after surgery, but not impossible, and nothing to worry about if so. One of the nice things about saline breast implants is that you "know" when there is a deflation- it is obvious. It could be an unseated valve diaphragm or a leaky valve, or otherwise defective implant. ... more

James F. Boynton, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Leakage?

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, without direct examination no one can tell you if you have a leakage or not. I agree with your plan to follow-up with your plastic surgeon for evaluation. I hope this helps.

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Saline Breast Implant Rupture/Deflation

Hello, Without pictures and an examination, it is difficult to tell if your saline breast implant has ruptured. However, it is not impossible for a saline breast implant to be ruptured two weeks following surgery. This could be due to an intraoperative rupture or a defective saline breast implant. It is also possible that the loss of superior pole fullness and decreasing pain are due to the natural "settling" of you submuscular implants. If you are concerned,... more