Do teardrop implants get smaller after they drop? 3 weeks P.O.

Hello there Generally speaking it takes about 6 weeks to get to your final size and longer to get to your final shape .There are exceptions . Girls who have never had children and have a tight skin envelope can look larger as time passes as the overlying soft tissue envelope 'gives' a little .It's highly likely that if you feel 295cc is too small then 345cc would also be too small as it is probably only about an extra 5mm of projection .Allow your body to heal and wait about 6 months to assess final size and shape .Thereafter if you are still unhappy the implants can be changed.CheersTS

Thanks for your question. Sorry to hear about your experience. The implants themselves will not get smaller, however, you are likely to see changes in the shape of your breasts over the next several months as the swelling subsides, tissue settles, and implants drop into place. I recommend you wait at least 6 months before making any final judgments about the operation. You may find that you are pleased with the ultimate result.

Hi EmSurr11,



I am sorry to hear that you are worried whether you have chosen the right size for your implants. However, please take note that you are still in the early stages of the healing process at three weeks post op.



Dropping of implants is part of the healing process and this occurs after the tissues surrounding the implants slowly relax, allowing the implants to settle into their final position. It can take about four to six months for the implant to drop down to their final position.                              
But if you are still concerned, you can always visit your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns. This way, you will be reassured. Also, if after six months, you are not satisfied with the appearance of your breast, you can visit your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns.



Lastly, follow your plastic surgeons post operative instructions and advice for faster healing and recovery.



Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery 

Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

hi there Thank you for your question, I am sorry to hear that its bee such a difficult journey for you, in general the breasts are a little swollen post augmentation and they tend to settle over the first 12 weeks postoperatively, usually the colloquial term of implants dropping is achieved by 6-8 weeks portoperatively, the swelling reduced it may well be that your breasts may seem smaller. Hang in there. 

You implants will not get any smaller, but your breasts do have some swelling and that will go down. Give yourself time to heal and adjust to your new look. You may find that you do love this size. If not, in 6 months, you could consider a revision.

Your breasts may appear slightly smaller in a few weeks once swelling goes down. But also know that a "panic" emotion about size is typical at 3 weeks. Give it some time to settle, swelling to go down, and also for you to get used to your new breasts. Talk to your surgeon regularly. Hope this helps