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Is this lateral displacement? Do I need revision? Please help (Photo)

Sensible826735Jun 23, 2022
I just recently had breast augmentation 5/20/22. I will be 5 weeks post op on Friday 6/24/22. I went from having practically no breast and a large space between to 400cc. I’ve noticed my right breast to be closer to my armpit than my left breast. During the initial recovery the side of my breast under the arm was very swollen and numb but also painful, more so than that of the left breast. Is this lateral displacement or over dissection? And will I need revision?

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