I had Mastopexy with small saline implants (210) 14 months ago. Last week I noticed a small ripple on my right breast, and it’s has become more defined in the past week. It’s most noticeable when my arm is raise or if I’m “flexing” my chest. I have an appointment next week, but am wondering what it could be?!?
Answer: Irregularity post op Hello and thank you for your question. The best answer would be to see your plastic surgeon back for follow up as they know exactly what technique, etc was used and would be able to perform a full physical exam. With the information provided and limited photo view, I would venture to say you are noticing the lateral border of the pec muscle "animating" and causing for visible deformity in certain views/positions/with activation of that muscle. This does not represent something bad but usually can only be corrected with a site change to above the muscle. Some surgeons may use fat grafting to help camoflauge irregularities such as this around the borders of an implant.
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Answer: Irregularity post op Hello and thank you for your question. The best answer would be to see your plastic surgeon back for follow up as they know exactly what technique, etc was used and would be able to perform a full physical exam. With the information provided and limited photo view, I would venture to say you are noticing the lateral border of the pec muscle "animating" and causing for visible deformity in certain views/positions/with activation of that muscle. This does not represent something bad but usually can only be corrected with a site change to above the muscle. Some surgeons may use fat grafting to help camoflauge irregularities such as this around the borders of an implant.
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February 9, 2023
Answer: Linear indentation An in person exam should provide more information, but the linear indentation you are noticing could be muscle related. When the muscle is flexing in a certain position it may put pressure around the implant that results in the appearance that concerns you.
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February 9, 2023
Answer: Linear indentation An in person exam should provide more information, but the linear indentation you are noticing could be muscle related. When the muscle is flexing in a certain position it may put pressure around the implant that results in the appearance that concerns you.
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February 8, 2023
Answer: Linear indentation Dear Brownsgirl44,
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February 8, 2023
Answer: Linear indentation Dear Brownsgirl44,
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Answer: Breast You may have a small band of scar tissue that is pulling on your tissue. You could try massaging this area.
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Answer: Breast You may have a small band of scar tissue that is pulling on your tissue. You could try massaging this area.
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February 7, 2023
Answer: A new small ripple on your breast, when arm is raised or “flexing” pectoralis muscle. Greetings,
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February 7, 2023
Answer: A new small ripple on your breast, when arm is raised or “flexing” pectoralis muscle. Greetings,
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