5 Weeks Post-Op 400cc Breast Implants, Do They Look Flat? (photo)

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I had 400 CC silicone gel implants, partials,inframamary fold, 5wks ago. I was a 32A, and wanted a full C, small D cup with upper pole fullness. I am 5'2 weigh 122lbs, average build. I am only measuring as a B right now. My one boob looks flat from certain angles and there is some assymatry that wasn't present prior to surgery. Will I end up with the desired cup size? Will the flat appearance go away? Thanks.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

see my previous answers on this subject:

	
		400 cc should make you a d or dd in a 32 bra
	
		your breasts will take 3-4 mos to re shape and relax
	
		they look good this early post op
	
		be patient

Richard J. Bruneteau, MD · Answer

It's far too early to make aesthetic judgements regarding breast size, shape, contour and symmetry following breast augmentation surgery. Furthermore, it's difficult to evaluate your breasts without pictures and a physical examination.It's important to realize that your breasts will undergo significant changes over the next six months. For these reason, it's important to be patient and maintain good communication with your plastic surgeon.If you're unhappy with the appearance of your breasts after six months, revisional surgery may be necessary. Under these circumstances, re-evaluation by your surgeon is appropriate. Your surgeon should be able to address your concerns.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and pictures.

	 As you know, at this stage in your recovery is much too early to evaluate the final size, shape, and symmetry of your breasts. Your breasts will undergo significant changes in the next few months.

	You should also be aware that a significant percentage of patients at your stage of recovery will feel that they are too big or (more commonly) too  small.

	Although it is difficult to predict resulting cup size after breast augmentation,  I would not be surprised if you end up with the C or D cup that you are trying to achieve. 

	I would suggest continued follow-up with your plastic surgeon to help with concerns and/or reassurance.

	Best wishes.

Paul C. Dillon, MD · Answer

Hi,Thank you for your question. I think you are to early in your considerations. give them time to settle. Don't worry, 5 weeks post op is too early to determine what your breast will look like. They will settle over time. At this time, what you describing in normal. Be patient, you should see final results within 4-6 months. Just follow instructions given by your doctor and you will see drastic change. It is important to stay compressed and wear a bra that both support and help push the breast into the area of your choice. I do like the Caromed bra which does this quiet well. Hope this helps, Dr. Dillon

Garrett A. Wirth, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Overall I expect that the final shape has not fully defined itself for you at this time.  Without your preoperative photos it is difficult to assess asymmetry postoperatively that may have been present before.  Continue to work with your surgeon to achieve your best results.

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