My implants don't look quite right. At 3-4 days I had some blood staining on the left side and the scar looked puffy and pink compared to the right. The same side later got infected. The infection has now resolved but it seems that the implant on the left side is sticking out on the left. Is it possible that I have displaced my implant? Have you had any similar cases? if so when are revision surgeries normally carried out? I would appreciate any help and advice.
Answer: 20 Days Post Op Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. It appears that one implant has dropped a bit more than the other so far- which is not unusual. You can expect 2-6 months for the breasts to fully drop and soften. If you wait a few more months and are still not happy with the appearance you could discuss changes with your Plastic Surgeon.All the best
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Answer: 20 Days Post Op Hello,Thank you for your question and photos. It appears that one implant has dropped a bit more than the other so far- which is not unusual. You can expect 2-6 months for the breasts to fully drop and soften. If you wait a few more months and are still not happy with the appearance you could discuss changes with your Plastic Surgeon.All the best
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May 3, 2017
Answer: From the appearance of your photograph everything appears to be fine. I would suggest that you wait at least three months before assessing asymmetry etc., because things do still settle during this period of time. You may have had some bleeding internally on the left side at the time of surgery based on your story. I would not consider revision until 3 to 6 months at least. Many patients become hypercritical of their appearance after surgery and a good idea is to review your preoperative photographs to appreciate the significant improvement in your appearance and to calm your anxiety. Follow-up with your surgeon as directed.
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May 3, 2017
Answer: From the appearance of your photograph everything appears to be fine. I would suggest that you wait at least three months before assessing asymmetry etc., because things do still settle during this period of time. You may have had some bleeding internally on the left side at the time of surgery based on your story. I would not consider revision until 3 to 6 months at least. Many patients become hypercritical of their appearance after surgery and a good idea is to review your preoperative photographs to appreciate the significant improvement in your appearance and to calm your anxiety. Follow-up with your surgeon as directed.
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May 2, 2017
Answer: 20 days post op Thank you for your question and photograph. Your photograph and description indicate that you are healing well. My strong advice is to wait a full 4-6 months before considering your final result and certainly before considering a revision. Best of luck.
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May 2, 2017
Answer: 20 days post op Thank you for your question and photograph. Your photograph and description indicate that you are healing well. My strong advice is to wait a full 4-6 months before considering your final result and certainly before considering a revision. Best of luck.
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May 2, 2017
Answer: 20 days post-op - lateral displacement? Hi.Your images do not show anything wrong except for wide cleavage gap. This may have already existed as surgeons often avoid dealing with tissue attachments near the sternum (breast bone). Or it may be that your implants are sub-muscular and in the picture you are contracting your chest muscles which is why the gap is wide. As you are 20 days post-op, it is early to say if there is a surgical complication. You may need to wait 3-6 months to see the final results. Relay your concerns to your surgeon. Please maintain strict follow-up with your surgeon to make sure your breasts are healing well. Remember, in person follow-ups with your surgeon is always more reassuring and conclusive than real-self answers that we provide. Regardless, the images show a reasonable result as of 20 days post-op. Please compare your before surgery and after surgery photos to see how the shape and breast position has changed. Hope this helps
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May 2, 2017
Answer: 20 days post-op - lateral displacement? Hi.Your images do not show anything wrong except for wide cleavage gap. This may have already existed as surgeons often avoid dealing with tissue attachments near the sternum (breast bone). Or it may be that your implants are sub-muscular and in the picture you are contracting your chest muscles which is why the gap is wide. As you are 20 days post-op, it is early to say if there is a surgical complication. You may need to wait 3-6 months to see the final results. Relay your concerns to your surgeon. Please maintain strict follow-up with your surgeon to make sure your breasts are healing well. Remember, in person follow-ups with your surgeon is always more reassuring and conclusive than real-self answers that we provide. Regardless, the images show a reasonable result as of 20 days post-op. Please compare your before surgery and after surgery photos to see how the shape and breast position has changed. Hope this helps
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May 2, 2017
Answer: Implant displacement Dear Jenna2o, It is hard to tell without in-person examination. But if you feel like your breast implant is located too lateral, then there is a chance that your breast pocket is too big for the implant. I would recommend you to visit your breast surgeon for an examination. In case of lateral displacement, a surgery is required to reshape the implant pocket. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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May 2, 2017
Answer: Implant displacement Dear Jenna2o, It is hard to tell without in-person examination. But if you feel like your breast implant is located too lateral, then there is a chance that your breast pocket is too big for the implant. I would recommend you to visit your breast surgeon for an examination. In case of lateral displacement, a surgery is required to reshape the implant pocket. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery
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