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Why Are My Implants Becoming Uneven and Saggy?

asked 8 months ago by rachmum
Latest answer by Bhupesh Vasisht, MD
Question viewed 242 times
Tags: sagging, 1 year post-op, uneven

I had my implants over a year ago and they are just becoming awful they are uneven and sagging and lean into my armpits when I lay down, what could be wrong with them?

7 answers to Why Are My Implants Becoming Uneven and Saggy?

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Breast augmentation problem

Looking at your photograph, my guess is that you needed a lift from the outset. The implants look like they were subglandular and probably bigger than your existing breast tissue can handle. There is loose skin in the breast area and this needs to be addressed and the best way would be to do a mastopexy.
Bhupesh Vasisht, MD

Voorhees Plastic Surgeon
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Revisionary Breast Surgery

I agree that it is difficult to say what is going on without an examination. When you get implants, it is important to keep your follow up appointments with your surgeon so that he/she can examine you and see if you are developing capsular contracture, etc. Best thing to do is to see your surgeon since he/she knows what was performed and can give you good advice. Good Luck.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breasts becoming saggy after 1yr post op Breast Augmentation

Hard to tell what's going on with your arms up. But from what you are describing the answer is simple. The weight of the implants have begun to stretch out your tissues. I'm afraid this will get worse with time. You could, however, slow the process by using a bra/sports bra 24/7 for support. If the displacement of your implants is severe, then this can be corrected surgically by making the 'pocket' smaller. Please consult a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon as this can be... more
Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Why Are My Implants Becoming Uneven and Saggy?

More views of the breasts before and after are needed to give definitive advise. From the posted arms up photo the right breast seems smaller in implant size and lower position. The left has an appearance of a capsular fibrosis and higher riding. Where your breasts equal before the operation? Best to see your chosen surgeon or obtain second opinions in person.
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Breast issues

With your arms raised in the air, it is difficult to see what you may need done. It looks like you have some loose skin. If the pocket is too large for your implants, they can be made smaller.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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You need breast lift.

Your pictures show that you have enlarged nipple/aerola and extra shin . You will need to talk to your plastic surgeon about your concerns and discuss breast lift.
Kamran Khoobehi, MD

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon
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Sagging implants

It is very difficult to give a comprehensive answer from this one photograph. You really need to have an examination by your surgeon. It does appear, however, that you have developed capsular contractures--especially on the left side. A capsular contracture forms when the capsule around your implant "squeezes" or contracts around the implant. This tends to create unusual shaped breasts that are firm and sometimes uncomfortable. The formation of these... more
Eric T. Emerson, MD

Charlotte Plastic Surgeon

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