How Soon Can I Get a Breast Revision? (photo)

I had a breast augmentation 15 weeks ago. I am not satisfied with my results thus far. I think they are too wide and too much upper pole fullness. I am 5'1" 103lbs 26" ribcage & got 250/275cc moderate plus profile. I'm thinking I should have gotten 225/250 high profile instead. When would I be in the clear to get a revision? Are revisions typically more expensive than BA? I have included a picture of the look I was hoping to achieve.

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12 Doctor Answers | Asked by beau_slyph in Chicago, IL

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Revisionary breast surgery

Hi, My advice is to give it a bit more time. Trust me, you will achieve the slope you desire with more time. Do not be in a big hurry for them to descend. Remember, gravity always wins! Once desired slope is achieved, I highly suggest you wear a strong support bra to minimize future sagging. Kind regards, Dr. H

Breast augmentation revision?

Thanks for your photos. You need to be patient with your recovery. At this stage, your tissue is still accommodating the implants and the final expansion process has not yet occurred. Breast augmentation is not an instant "fix",\ and it takes some months of recovery to settle down. The difference between implant sizes mentioned are almost unnoticeable. You should discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon, and continue following your post-op... more

How Soon Can I Get a Breast Revision?

I would strongly recommend patience. Without seeing pre-op photos and serial post-op photos, it is hard to judge the outcome at this point in time. Upper pole fullness--It is quite common for implants placed under the pectoral muscle to look too full in the upper pole for some time. The amount of time varies, but I wouldn't consider an operative intervention for at least six months. In time it is most likely that your appearance will approach the ideal that you posted... more

Revision of Breast Augmentation should not occur until evolution of outcome is complete

Hi there- While I can see the causes for your concern, I would say that the likelihood that what you are seeing is your final breast shape is very low... In other words, I think it is very likely that the details of your outcome that are concerning to you will significantly improve over the next 2-3 months. I would therefore give it that long before even considering further surgery. Don't panic. I think you'll be happier with time. And even if you aren't, waiting this longer... more

Revision Surgery

It really depends on a number of factors. The factors would include what you looked like prior to the procedure,what your goals are, your implant position presently,implant type,route of implant placement,post operative progress to name a few issues.

High implants at 4 months after surgery.

I would suggest that you revisit this problem with your plastic surgeon to discuss the option of upper pole compression and a good crease supporting bra. We have, on occasion, seen this problem persist after surgery. In our practice, we employ a properly placed ace wrap along with a bra that is quite tight in the crease. This should improve your overall breast appearance. This physician supervised technique, in our hands, significantly reduces the need for a... more

Timing for Breast Augmentation Revision?

Thank you for the question. I'm sorry to hear about the concerns you have after your procedure. You should be aware that a significant percentage of patients at your stage of recovery will have concerns about the outcome of surgery.  You may find, that with time, as breast implants fully “settle” that the resulting breast size/shape will be more to your liking . You may be able to see this for yourself if you stand in front of a full-length... more

No specific time requirements

Hello, It is possible that you may have been happier with the smaller HP implants. At 15 weeks you are starting to stabilize in terms of healing and you will not see a dramatic amount of change over the next few months. With that said your breasts are still somewhat in the healing phase and they should continue to relax. As this occurs your upper pole fullness will decrease/improve although your total breast width is likely to remain the same. There is no right or... more

More information needed

Your issue is difficult to asses without more information: 1. Are your implants mobile or are they exhibiting early signs of capsular contracture? 2. Your pre-operative breast anatomy. Were the lower breast poles constricted? 3. Your pre-operative breast base diameter to determine the profile of implant to be used. 4. Did your surgeon use a bi-planar technique with muscle release? (I'm assuming your are submuscular) In any event, I would wait at least 6 months and... more

How Soon Can I Get a Breast Revision?

In my opinion based upon the posted photos I would have used a HP implant. You also need a more inferior pole dissection so the implant can drop only a 1 cm at most. Best of luck.

Friendly advice

I'm only able to see the pics you sent but, from these it doesn't look like your implants are too wide. You do have some upper pole fullness but, I don't know where you started and, honestly, if you were a tiny A cup, it can take a while for the implants to drop. Should it take 15 weeks, no, but it can. I hope you're in a breast band which will apply some gentle pressure to help them drop. As for a revision, typically they are less expensive if its done by your original surgeon. He/She... more

Breast Augmentation

I think it is too soon to make a final decision on your results. Yes, they do seem a little high still. I would wait a couple of more months and let your skin stretch. I would make a final decision on a revision surgery at 6 months post-op or maybe even a year. Usually implant exchanges are less expensive than first time breast augmentations. If you are not happy after 6 months or a year, then yes you may want to consider a high profile implant so they do not look as wide on your narrow chest. more