I'm 8 days post op (from saline to teardrop silicone) and my left breast is much lower than the right. The left implant seems to be sitting deeper and the skin underneath the breast looks fully stretched. The right implant is sitting much higher while the skin underneath appears to be wrinkled and bruised. Can I expect the right to move into similar position or is the result due to the implants placement?
Answer: Wait for some time he final appearance, shape, and movement are not exactly the same as normal breasts. The surgically enlarged breasts do not move in the same way as normal breasts. They tend to be firmer. The contours are usually somewhat different than normal breasts. In some patients these discrepancies may be rather noticeable. Although every effort is made to place the implants symmetrically, complete symmetry is rarely achieved. Immediately after surgery, the breasts are swollen and firmer. The final shape and size is approximated after 2 to 3 months, but up to one year may be required for the end result.
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Answer: Wait for some time he final appearance, shape, and movement are not exactly the same as normal breasts. The surgically enlarged breasts do not move in the same way as normal breasts. They tend to be firmer. The contours are usually somewhat different than normal breasts. In some patients these discrepancies may be rather noticeable. Although every effort is made to place the implants symmetrically, complete symmetry is rarely achieved. Immediately after surgery, the breasts are swollen and firmer. The final shape and size is approximated after 2 to 3 months, but up to one year may be required for the end result.
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Answer: 1 week post op, some advices: Thanks for the question. Its too early to talk about final results.In my practice, after performing a BA I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-
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Answer: 1 week post op, some advices: Thanks for the question. Its too early to talk about final results.In my practice, after performing a BA I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-
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May 19, 2016
Answer: Breast asymmetry Normally I would say that slight asymmetries in the postoperative period are to be expected. Breasts will swell differently and settle at different rates. However, you say that it is "much lower ". Especially given the fact that textured gummy bear implants do not drop and settle as much, I think the best advice would be to make an appointment with your surgeon to be examined to assess the situation.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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May 19, 2016
Answer: Breast asymmetry Normally I would say that slight asymmetries in the postoperative period are to be expected. Breasts will swell differently and settle at different rates. However, you say that it is "much lower ". Especially given the fact that textured gummy bear implants do not drop and settle as much, I think the best advice would be to make an appointment with your surgeon to be examined to assess the situation.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA
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August 10, 2016
Answer: 8 days post-op; one implant is much higher than the other? It may take several months for the breast to completely settle into their final position. Continue to follow up with your surgeon as he/she is the best one to analyze you and determine the best postoperative care for you. Sometimes, the implant can be helped to settle by wearing a strap or a sports bra pulled over the top of the right breast, but again, check with your surgeon.
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August 10, 2016
Answer: 8 days post-op; one implant is much higher than the other? It may take several months for the breast to completely settle into their final position. Continue to follow up with your surgeon as he/she is the best one to analyze you and determine the best postoperative care for you. Sometimes, the implant can be helped to settle by wearing a strap or a sports bra pulled over the top of the right breast, but again, check with your surgeon.
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May 19, 2016
Answer: 8 days post-op; one implant is much higher than the other? Thank you for your question and congratulations on your surgery! If anatomical implants were placed I would recommend seeing your surgeon for an in-person examination. Anatomical implants are designed to neither move nor change its volume much after surgery, as opposed to round silicone implants. As a result your two breasts may have some subtle asymmetries but nothing significant. Without a photograph or in-person examination it is difficult to offer definite advice so I would voice your concerns to your surgeon. Hope this helps.
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May 19, 2016
Answer: 8 days post-op; one implant is much higher than the other? Thank you for your question and congratulations on your surgery! If anatomical implants were placed I would recommend seeing your surgeon for an in-person examination. Anatomical implants are designed to neither move nor change its volume much after surgery, as opposed to round silicone implants. As a result your two breasts may have some subtle asymmetries but nothing significant. Without a photograph or in-person examination it is difficult to offer definite advice so I would voice your concerns to your surgeon. Hope this helps.
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