Why am I experiencing tenting 3 years after my breast lift and what can be done to fix this?

December 13, 2022
Asked By:Jjrosey99

So I had a breast lift with NO IMPLANTS almost three years ago. So no, it is not inflammation. After the procedure I had extreme tightness along my sternum and upper poles and it was SO ITCHY. Ever since, my skin tents along a portion of my sternum when I wear a bra, bend over, or lay in the bath. I can't find any literature on this. How did this happen and is there any hope of someone fixing this? My surgeon refuses to attempt a repair and says it can't be fixed.

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January 5, 2023

Answer: Lift

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December 16, 2022

Answer: Why am I experiencing tenting 3 years after my breast lift and what can be done to fix this?

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Answer: Why am I experiencing tenting 3 years after my breast lift and what can be done to fix this?

December 16, 2022

Answer: Tenting after breast lift

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 16, 2022

Answer: Tenting after breast lift

Daniel Barrett, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Answer: Skin tenting

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December 15, 2022

Answer: Skin tenting

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