How many inches will my implants drop? (Photo)

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I realize that it takes months for the implants to settle, but what is the average that they drop during this process? My implants are 14 cm in diameter. The bottom of my breast envelope isn't as full as the top. I'm hoping to retain some of the upper pole fullness!

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  In short, there is no telling how much the implants drop on average.  Each patient is different.  What matters is that you follow the instructions of your surgeon closely to achieve a good result.  It appears that your implants will drop further given that it has only been 10 days post-op in your photos.  All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Oh, if surgeons could predict this, it would make our lives so much easier. Unfortunately, impossible to say. Speak with your surgeon about whether or not you should use a strap. Best, Dr. Nazarian

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  There is no way to predict how much your implants will settle; everyone is unique.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,The exact degree of drop is difficult to predict for each person, however it appears you will have a nice result. Currently, shortly after surgery, there is considerable upper fullness, swelling and squared upper breasts. You can expect those contours to soften and lower breast pole to fill out more. Talk to your Plastic Surgeon about your recovery instructions and how to ensure the best results possible.Take care

David A. Bottger, MD · Answer

You won't be able to assess final position and appearance until 3 months post op. Your result looks good and is what would be expected in the early post operative period. Best of luck.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

Right now, you are very early on in the
post op recovery period. It will take 3-6 months for you to feel comfortable
having implants in your body and for them to settle. This time allows for you
to physically and psychologically adapt to your new body image. There are many
variables that contribute to a breast augmentation's final result. Preop size
and shape, IMF location, location of the implants and type of implant. Patients
heal at different rates and each breast will sometimes heal at a different
rate. Rest, relax, recover and heal. Please Express your concerns to your surgeon so
he/she can examine you. Then reassess final result at 6 months.

The best way to assess and give true
advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic
surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions and for sharing your photographs.  It appears that you will have a very nice result.  After placement of implants, the overall appearance of the breasts will change dramatically over the next several months, as the implants drop, and the overlying tissue stretches to accommodate the extra volume.  This normally takes place 6-8 weeks after surgery.  The amount that the implants will "drop" is dependent on a number of factors, including the size of implant and the quality of your tissues, but overall an exact figure can not be determined.  I know waiting is difficult, but judge your results at 4-6 months after surgery as most of your breast changes should have occurred by then.  Hope this helps.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

More like centimeters at most... but your photos are confusing as your first one looks great then the following ones look excessively full on top.  Talk to your surgeon for maneuvers to help your implants settle to your liking.

Ciro Adamo, PhD, MD · Answer

That's an impossible question to answer, as too many factors are involved, including your specific skin elasticity, the position of the implants, the presence of any skin excess before the procedure, the size of the implants, your own lifestyle and so on...There is no doubt that over time they will settle and come lower, but how many inches is just too difficult to even guess.

Levi J. Young, MD · Answer

You look like you have a great result.  How much they drop really depends on how far out from surgery you are, what size and projection of implant was used, smooth versus textured (textured should descend as much) and the position of the implant above or below the muscle.  You are likely to loose some of the upper pole fullness as things relax.  Talk to your surgeon about your desires and perhaps an underwire bra or supportive dressing as things heal can keep the implants higher for you.  There are many factors that will effect the "drop".  Best wishes.

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