Implants not dropping, sagging breasts and flex distortion 10 weeks post op. Will this possibly resolve over time? (photo)

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I'm10 weeks post op BA with 375 silicone under muscle. Implants are not dropping, look saggy and have some flex distortion with the right. Ps said that I may need a revision. Is it too late to try wearing the strap? My ps would like to do a revision above the muscle if needed. Do you feel that there is a chance that my breasts will eventually look natural? I realize my breasts are close together, I have pectus excavatum and they were close pre op. Thank you for any advise you have for me.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource given that he knows exactly how/where the breast implant “pockets” were dissected. Generally speaking, at your stage, there is still time for the breast implants to “settle”; this process may be assisted with the use of downward displacement exercises/massage and/or the use of upper breast pole straps. See what your plastic surgeon recommends. Hopefully, as the breast implants “settle”, the animation/flexion “deformity” and overall breast shape will improve. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Your plastic surgeon will be the best resource for your concern as he know exactly what was done. At 10 weeks there is still a chance the implants will come down to fill the lower poles of the breasts. If you were my patient I would recommend good frequent breast massage and wear a top band.

Yuly Gorodisky, DO, FACOS · Answer

Your plastic surgeon would be able to judge if you need a revision. I usually wait at least 6-12 months to allow implants to settle.  If they have not settled then, you may need something done to make them look better.  Going above the muscle or dual plane is beneficial for patients with your breast shape.  I think doing that will help them look more natural.

Angela Champion, MD · Answer

You are just 10 weeks post-op so there is a possibility that massaging and wearing a breast strap may help push the implants down.  I would discuss this option with your surgeon as something to try prior to a revision procedure.  If it doesn't improve over the next few months, that would be the best time to discuss your surgical options.  ac

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

If decide to revise just lower the inferior pockets do not change from unders to overs in my over the internet opinion...

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