In 2015 I had gummy bear implants placed and had my nipples moved to the center. Does this look like a possible rupture? (photo)

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In 2015 I had gummy bear implants placed and had my nipples moved to the center. Last year my chest implants still looked full. I recently noticed my bras were becoming really loose. I also have noticed more armpit creases. Does this look like a possible rupture? If so is there any risk?

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

As it had been nearly seven years since your surgery, it would be appropriate to have your implants evaluated by either a high resolution ultrasound or MRI examination. This will answer your question regarding implant rupture/failure. These and other questions can be addressed by your surgeon who would have the benefit of a physical examination or your breasts. .

Hampton A. Howell, MD · Answer

Hi.  It would be extremely difficult to tell based on a picture alone if your implants are leaking, with them being gummy bear silicone gel implants.  Even on physical examination it can be extremely hard to tell, and almost never definitive, based on physical exam alone.  MRI or ultrasound is typically recommended to further evaluate the status of the implants.  I would recommend getting in to see a board certified plastic surgeon, typically and preferably the one that did your original surgery, to examine you and give you options based on a full assessment.
Good luck and take care,
Dr. Howell

Vasileios Vasilakis, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question. You should discuss this with your surgeon. Although rupture is possible (an MRI would diagnose this) this could be due to capsular contracture. I wish you the best of luck. Vasileios Vasilakis, MD. Double board-certified, fellowship-trained plastic surgeon, Houston. TX.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  I would advocate reaching out to your surgeon for an in-person evaluation and possible radiological testing.

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good morning,
To me it looks like you have developed a capsular contracture, which doesn't necessarily indicate rupture but a rupture is one of the many things that can cause a capsular contracture, so you should definitely get a consultation in person and consider an MRI if the surgeon feels you may have a rupture!

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