Am I bottoming out? 8 months post-op, 485cc

Question

My implant seems to be lower than my crease. I am 8 months post op. 485 CC.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for the photos and question.  From where the incision is it appears there could be a early stage of the implant dropping below the fold.  I would definitely be sure to wear good bra support day and evening.  I recommend a underwire bra for my patients, Natori is a good supportive yet comfortable bra choice.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear oliviaclair,
bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery.
Bottoming out can also occur if an implant is too large for the breast pocket. That is why it is important to choose an implant size that's correct for your body. I perform numerous measurements in the office to determine optimal implant size for my patient's bodies.
If you are concerned, please check it with your plastic surgeon for reassurance and to further discuss your options and possibility of revision.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Justin Booth, MD · Answer

Based on your photos that appears the skin is stretching to accommodate the size of the implant. It is difficult to say because you cannot see the nipple position from the photos. However, It does look like your inframammary fold is intact.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Your posted photos only showed the bear inferior portion of your breast. There is no full photo of breast to see if true bottoming is occurring? Either repost photos, or do virtual consultations with.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Bottomed out implants by definition have more volume in the lower half of the breast. To make this assessment we need to see both the upper half and the lower half of the breast.
We can’t make an assessment based on your pictures.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD.

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