I am 4 years post op. I’ve been having a lingering discomfort in my implants for a few months, with noticeable discomfort when I put any pressure under where my scar is.
March 20, 2024
Answer: Waterfall deformity You are not bottoming out. That is when the implant migrates inferior to the breast tissue, typically below the natural inframammary fold, leading to 'double bubble' as well. What is happening to you is the opposite: your breast implants are in good position with an intact inframammary fold, but your breast tissue is 'falling off' the implant like water over a cliff, hence 'waterfall'. To correct your issue a breast lift would need to be performed.
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March 20, 2024
Answer: Waterfall deformity You are not bottoming out. That is when the implant migrates inferior to the breast tissue, typically below the natural inframammary fold, leading to 'double bubble' as well. What is happening to you is the opposite: your breast implants are in good position with an intact inframammary fold, but your breast tissue is 'falling off' the implant like water over a cliff, hence 'waterfall'. To correct your issue a breast lift would need to be performed.
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March 21, 2024
Answer: Bottoming out Dear llexplore, bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery. Bottoming out can also occur if an implant is too large for the breast pocket. That is why it is important to choose an implant size that's correct for your body. I perform numerous measurements in the office to determine optimal implant size for my patient's bodies. If you are concerned, please check it with your plastic surgeon for reassurance and to further discuss your options and possibility of revision. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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March 21, 2024
Answer: Bottoming out Dear llexplore, bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery. Bottoming out can also occur if an implant is too large for the breast pocket. That is why it is important to choose an implant size that's correct for your body. I perform numerous measurements in the office to determine optimal implant size for my patient's bodies. If you are concerned, please check it with your plastic surgeon for reassurance and to further discuss your options and possibility of revision. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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