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Ok i had uneven breast b4 i got my BA my left was smaller so my PS put 40cc extra in it.. he told me in my preop that it would be aobut 15-20cc.. then after surgery i was informed he put 40cc..i think this was WAY to much.. and now my left is BIGGER.it was smaller b4 surgery. I'm 18 days post op today. i feel like i paid $4000 to have big uneven boobs when i could of had small uneven boobs for free.. My ps said its swelling. I dont think its just swelling i think there always going to be like this..
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unevenandunhappy
in gulfport,ms
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Uneven Breasts after Breast Augmentation
I am sorry you are going through this, but this is not an uncommon problem.
Most important: give yourself and Mother Nature some more time! As time goes by, the problem you now see, may correct itself.
It is normal - in fact, it is usual to see some asymmetry during the first few weeks after breast augmentation surgery.
Please understand that you are still very early after your surgery and there is a lot of healing yet to occur. The skin and muscle need time to stretch and...
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Uneven breasts after augmentation
Thank you for your question - I'm sorry you're having issues. You raised a very complicated issue. First and foremost it is entirely too early to know what the final breast shape will be at 18 days post-op.
I know it can be difficult but try to give yourself at least three months. Things that you can do to pass the time that will help in the event you do need a revision include taking a picture of yourself once a week to demonstrate the changes that occur in the shape of your breasts as...
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The difference in the photos is more than 40 cc's
Early on, you are still swollen from the surgery. The left side looks more swollen and may even have fluid around the implant. The visible difference between 20 and 40 cc's of overfilling is much less than the difference in your photos. The crease on your left also looks a bit higher than the right and this will make the upper pole look fuller. For now, stay close to your doctor, and follow instructions about massage. Maybe consider an ultrasound to evaluate the left side for a seroma...
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Uneven breast augmentation results
If your left was really smaller to begin with and the difference added was only 40 cc's, it could very well be swelling. 40 cc's is not a big difference to begin with. Right now, all you can do is wait it out a bit and see how things look after the swelling subsides and the breasts soften.
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Few facts
Hello ,you should not feel bad that early after surgery.
Few facts about your surgery:
1-You are still in your third week and more swelling could still be present.
2-The left side is slightly higher and this could give more upper pole fullness. Massage in this stage could help to adjust the position.
3-The difference between 20 and 40cc will never give this picture.
I would wait for few more weeks and following this if you still got volume difference you might need a small revision.
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Breast Asymmetry in Postoperative Period is Very Common
Breast asymmetry in the immediate postoperative period is extremely common. This is usually related to soft tissue swelling and fluid collections around the implant. This can create enough distortion to make the breasts look uneven.
In an effort to minimize this type of problem, surgeons utilize postoperative compression. Usually with time, swelling resolves and most patients are happy.
In patients who start out with asymmetry, symmetry may not always be attainable. This may be due to...
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Breast Uneven and Very Depressing
There is an amount of time required for breast implants to” settle in”. there may be some asymmetry and irregularities in the first month or so but this should not discourage you. Please have patience and follow up with your surgeon.
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Breast Uneven and Very Depressing
You are still in the early postop stage and you must give the breasts time to heal. They are
” sisters not twins” and they heal at different rates. Be patient and give them some more time.
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Breast Asymmetry and Post-op Swelling
It is too soon to tell whether the asymmetry is due to swelling or an asymmetry caused by overcorrection of one your breasts or undercorrection of the other. If the asymmetry still exists after 6 months, it may be time to start discussing a revision with your surgeon.
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Uneven breasts after augmentation?
40 cc is not a lot of volume, in general. I do see that your left breast appears larger, though. However, only 18 days after surgery is far too soon to worry about size discrepancies. Uneven swelling often occurs. It may also be that your muscle on that left side is tighter than the right one (this is VERY common, as the right pec muscle tends to relax with right-handed use after surgery).
If you are still asymmetric after 6 months, I would just remove some volume...
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