Right side feels tighter than left. Almost 4 weeks post op (Photo).

Thank you for the question. Although it is still early to see the final result, if you are concerned about malposition I strongly recommend you see and discuss the situation with your Plastic Surgeon. There are some interventions that can be done at this point that would help improve the implant position like wearing a strap on top of your breast that can help push the implants down evenly, among other interventions.I hope that was helpful

Hello,Thank you for your question. It is common for breasts to feel hard/high and sometimes for them to be a bit asymmetric 1 month post op. The amount of activity you are doing with your arms may be a bit too strenuous however. I recommend that you speak with your Plastic Surgeon about your concerns and any recommendations they might have for you.All the best

Thanks for the question. Its 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.-

Thank you for your question and for sharing your photograph. As you are recently out from surgery your breast tissues and chest muscle will have a greater propensity towards swelling with an increase in activity level.  As you have to use your arms at or above shoulder level this will cause your chest muscles to stretch which will have a tendency of flattening your implants and causing them to temporarily ride high.  Given more healing time this will resolve on its own.  Hang in there!

Thanks for your post.  Congrats on your surgery and best wishes for a smooth recovery.  With regards to your questions, yes you are right to acknowledge that healing can occur at different rates between the two breasts.  This is in fact more the norm than the exception as swelling can be different between sides and since there is undoubtedly preoperative asymmetry which may initially be more apparent during the healing phase.  As far as activity, I think this can certainly cause one side to "feel" different than another (pain, tension, etc.).  Ultimately, however, short of overly strenous activity (such as lifting heaving weights with one side more than the other), it should not have significant impact on the appearance.  Massage may help with that tightness feeling.  As always, be sure to convey your concerns to your chosen surgeon who can ensure you are still on the right track in your recovery.  Good luck!

Thanks for your question. It's normal for one to be a little higher and a little tighter than the other breast. Based on my previous experience with breast implants and hairdressers I'm inclined to say that if you're right handed then your work is probably contributing to the extra tension in your right breast. Massage does help! Best wishes always, Dr. Aldo

What you are describing sounds normal to me.  Early activity involving one arm much more than the other will definitely make a difference in how your breasts feel and how the shape evolves. In the end, both should be soft and symmetric, though.  It will take a few months.  Ask your surgeon about massage and about epsom salt baths for swelling.Best wishes,Dr. Kavali

You are still early in the post operative healing and settling phase.  It is normal for implants to be high and tight, and settle at slightly different rates in the first 3-6 months.  I recommend close follow up with your surgeon who can advice on straps/ brassieres, and continuing your massage regimen.

Congratulations on your aug brittrob12! Everyone recovers differently and it really depends on what kind of augmentation you had and if the same thing was done on both sides. Sometimes increased activity with one arm more than the other can lead to unmasking new pain. If the breast looks different and feels differnt is it is important to maintain follow up with your doctor and have your concerns addressed in person as well and see if they do not want you doing more activity with that arm as you hairdress. Best of luck, MMT

Thanks for the question, but please be aware that the final result from your surgery may not be seen until 6 to 12 months after the surgery.  It is common to expect implants to take months to settle.  Follow the advice of your Plastic Surgeon and don't hesitate to direct your questions to him or her.Good luck to you.Frank Rieger M.D.  Tampa Plastic Surgeon