3 wks po...335 cc shaped cohesive gel under the muscle. My left breast is much smaller and not as full as the right, plus they are not as big as what i thought they would be even after trying on sizers. I am very upset with my results. i would like to know if i had gone with a round implant as well as larger if it would have made any difference? i am having huge regrets :( and am seriously considering an implant exchange asap. Any advice on possible fix ups would be truly appreciated.
Answer: All patients have some degree of asymmetry I agree with the other physician, I would not panic at 3 weeks and start thinking about revisions. ALL PATIENTS have pre-existing asymmetries of their breasts and it is important to point them out in detail because many of the asymmetries CANNOT be fixed by breast augmentation alone. For example, the nipple position is slightly different (as it is in most patients) and that was undoubtedly there prior to breast augmentation. I do not put that much stock in breast sizers...They always slightly "overestimate" the size that a patient can expect. I see this more of a problem with silicone gel than saline implants and typically have to go "plus 1" size from the sizers for patients to be happy. I also believe in using a sterile breast sizer at the time of surgery because there really is not better and more accurate place to determine the best implant size for that patient's tissues than at surgery. I personally do not favor shaped, "teardrop", or anatomic implants but that does not mean that some surgeons get excellent results with them. It doesn't appear that the left breast is much smaller and it takes a complete 3 months for implants to settle downward even with doing implant displacement exercises...the only thing in your case is that the textured anatomic implants won't settle as much as a smooth round implant because it "locks into" the capsule, but at 3 weeks the capsule is still not completely formed so it is still worth being aggressive with implant displacement exercises. Even if you needed an "exchange of implants" which I would consider at 3 months if you were still unhappy with either size or position of the implants, the exchange is even a faster recovery for the patients as your tissues are already "stretched" and switching out implants even if you decided on a slightly bigger smooth round silicone gel implant wound not be difficult and you would do fine with that. Realize that no women's breasts are perfect mirror images of each other and no breast augmentation can give you that. Wait and see where you are at 3 months and then talk with your surgeon about your options. I hope this helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: All patients have some degree of asymmetry I agree with the other physician, I would not panic at 3 weeks and start thinking about revisions. ALL PATIENTS have pre-existing asymmetries of their breasts and it is important to point them out in detail because many of the asymmetries CANNOT be fixed by breast augmentation alone. For example, the nipple position is slightly different (as it is in most patients) and that was undoubtedly there prior to breast augmentation. I do not put that much stock in breast sizers...They always slightly "overestimate" the size that a patient can expect. I see this more of a problem with silicone gel than saline implants and typically have to go "plus 1" size from the sizers for patients to be happy. I also believe in using a sterile breast sizer at the time of surgery because there really is not better and more accurate place to determine the best implant size for that patient's tissues than at surgery. I personally do not favor shaped, "teardrop", or anatomic implants but that does not mean that some surgeons get excellent results with them. It doesn't appear that the left breast is much smaller and it takes a complete 3 months for implants to settle downward even with doing implant displacement exercises...the only thing in your case is that the textured anatomic implants won't settle as much as a smooth round implant because it "locks into" the capsule, but at 3 weeks the capsule is still not completely formed so it is still worth being aggressive with implant displacement exercises. Even if you needed an "exchange of implants" which I would consider at 3 months if you were still unhappy with either size or position of the implants, the exchange is even a faster recovery for the patients as your tissues are already "stretched" and switching out implants even if you decided on a slightly bigger smooth round silicone gel implant wound not be difficult and you would do fine with that. Realize that no women's breasts are perfect mirror images of each other and no breast augmentation can give you that. Wait and see where you are at 3 months and then talk with your surgeon about your options. I hope this helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Fixing Uneven Breasts After Breast Augmentation It is still quite early into your healing and it's not uncommon for #asymmetry as each breast heal quite differently. One breast may swell more, feel more uncomfortable, or have a different initial shape. After complete #healing, they will be more similar and natural. #Healing will continue for 2-3 months following your #Augmentation #Mastopexy procedure. There may be some swelling, bruising, malposition, color differences. Sensation will be abnormal. Scars will also be changing.But, it can be up to one year see your final result. Your doctor may require you to move or massage the implants within the breast pockets during the #postoperative period. #Textured implants do not require breast massage. You will be informed about this at your post-operative visit. You must have patience, but if there are any causes of concern, ask questions of the doctor or the nursing staff.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Fixing Uneven Breasts After Breast Augmentation It is still quite early into your healing and it's not uncommon for #asymmetry as each breast heal quite differently. One breast may swell more, feel more uncomfortable, or have a different initial shape. After complete #healing, they will be more similar and natural. #Healing will continue for 2-3 months following your #Augmentation #Mastopexy procedure. There may be some swelling, bruising, malposition, color differences. Sensation will be abnormal. Scars will also be changing.But, it can be up to one year see your final result. Your doctor may require you to move or massage the implants within the breast pockets during the #postoperative period. #Textured implants do not require breast massage. You will be informed about this at your post-operative visit. You must have patience, but if there are any causes of concern, ask questions of the doctor or the nursing staff.
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Answer: Uneven Breast Size It is quite common for the two breasts to heal differently. One may swell more, one may feel more uncomfortable, or the shapes may differ initially. After complete healing, they should look more similar and natural. Patience is required, but if you are concerned, ask questions to your doctor or the nursing staff. #breastrevision #breastimplants
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Answer: Uneven Breast Size It is quite common for the two breasts to heal differently. One may swell more, one may feel more uncomfortable, or the shapes may differ initially. After complete healing, they should look more similar and natural. Patience is required, but if you are concerned, ask questions to your doctor or the nursing staff. #breastrevision #breastimplants
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Answer: Fixing Uneven Breasts After Breast Augmentation? Thank you for the question. The breast asymmetry that you are referring is commonly experienced, early in the postoperative period, after breast augmentation surgery. Often, breast implants “settle” at different rates. Of course, online consultants will not be able to reassure you adequately; your plastic surgeon, after in person examination will be your best resource for advice and/or reassurance. Ultimately, I think that only time will tell whether the breast symmetry will improve over the course of the first several months after the procedure was performed. Of course, generally speaking, patient should be aware that absolute symmetry of the breasts is rarely present before or after surgery; hopefully, the degree of breast asymmetry that you experience in the long-term will not be bothersome. My patients have to tolerate me saying: “sisters, not twins” or "breasts are like snowflakes, each one pretty, but different” during each visit. For precise answers to questions regarding returning to exercise, you may wish to request an earlier than already scheduled follow-up with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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Answer: Fixing Uneven Breasts After Breast Augmentation? Thank you for the question. The breast asymmetry that you are referring is commonly experienced, early in the postoperative period, after breast augmentation surgery. Often, breast implants “settle” at different rates. Of course, online consultants will not be able to reassure you adequately; your plastic surgeon, after in person examination will be your best resource for advice and/or reassurance. Ultimately, I think that only time will tell whether the breast symmetry will improve over the course of the first several months after the procedure was performed. Of course, generally speaking, patient should be aware that absolute symmetry of the breasts is rarely present before or after surgery; hopefully, the degree of breast asymmetry that you experience in the long-term will not be bothersome. My patients have to tolerate me saying: “sisters, not twins” or "breasts are like snowflakes, each one pretty, but different” during each visit. For precise answers to questions regarding returning to exercise, you may wish to request an earlier than already scheduled follow-up with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.
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January 8, 2019
Answer: Your Asymmetry is Probably Related to Unrecognized & Untreated Breast Sag
Your post-operative asymmetry is probably related to unrecognized and untreated breast sag. This appears to be present on both sides. The left breast appears to have more sag than the right side. Optimal results following cosmetic breast surgery are dependent upon an accurate diagnosis of the problem. Although you have bilateral breast hypoplasia which has been treated, your breast sag has not been addressed. Without treatment of this problem breast symmetry is not possible.
Although, the position and size of your breast implants are areas of concern, this does not appear to be a major problem. These problems can easily be addressed by revising the breast pockets and exchanging implants. The type of implant used would have a minor impact, relatively speaking, compared to the issue of breast sag.
Revisional surgery will be necessary to correct this deformity. This would most likely require a left sided breast lift and possibly a right sided procedure as well for symmetry. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon has specific knowledge about your past procedure and will be able to utilize this information to hopefully solve your problem.
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Answer: Your Asymmetry is Probably Related to Unrecognized & Untreated Breast Sag
Your post-operative asymmetry is probably related to unrecognized and untreated breast sag. This appears to be present on both sides. The left breast appears to have more sag than the right side. Optimal results following cosmetic breast surgery are dependent upon an accurate diagnosis of the problem. Although you have bilateral breast hypoplasia which has been treated, your breast sag has not been addressed. Without treatment of this problem breast symmetry is not possible.
Although, the position and size of your breast implants are areas of concern, this does not appear to be a major problem. These problems can easily be addressed by revising the breast pockets and exchanging implants. The type of implant used would have a minor impact, relatively speaking, compared to the issue of breast sag.
Revisional surgery will be necessary to correct this deformity. This would most likely require a left sided breast lift and possibly a right sided procedure as well for symmetry. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon has specific knowledge about your past procedure and will be able to utilize this information to hopefully solve your problem.
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March 26, 2011
Answer: Breast asymmetry
I can notice that you have inherent breast asymmetry as well as breast sagging. it also seems that your left breast implant might be a bit higher than the right one. changing to a round breast implant will give you a better cleavage. bigger impalnts will also make them look better. You need discuss things in detail with your surgeon and have patience.
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Answer: Breast asymmetry
I can notice that you have inherent breast asymmetry as well as breast sagging. it also seems that your left breast implant might be a bit higher than the right one. changing to a round breast implant will give you a better cleavage. bigger impalnts will also make them look better. You need discuss things in detail with your surgeon and have patience.
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