Is it normal for the breast to still be high and tight 4 weeks post op? They are veg slowly softening, and was told its because my skin was very tight and my breasts were perky before surgery. They look very baloony on my chest and hoping they will become more natural
Answer: You are still very early in the recovery process. Being patient is easier said than done, but you should remember that the final results from breast augmentation can take up to 6 months to develop. During this time a number of processes will take place: swelling will dissipate, the implants will settle into the breast pocket, and the skin will stretch to accommodate the implants. As with any procedure, strict adherence to your surgeon’s post op instructions is key. If your surgeon prescribed any massage exercises, be sure to do them regularly to help prevent the development of scar tissue and help the implants settle into a more natural position.
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Answer: You are still very early in the recovery process. Being patient is easier said than done, but you should remember that the final results from breast augmentation can take up to 6 months to develop. During this time a number of processes will take place: swelling will dissipate, the implants will settle into the breast pocket, and the skin will stretch to accommodate the implants. As with any procedure, strict adherence to your surgeon’s post op instructions is key. If your surgeon prescribed any massage exercises, be sure to do them regularly to help prevent the development of scar tissue and help the implants settle into a more natural position.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Breast Dropping The final results are mostly present including "dropping of the implant" when implants are below the muscle within the first 3 months for most and certainly by a year. Breast implants initially after surgery when placed in a submuscular position often give superior fullness that corrects itself with time, the "fluff and drop" phenomena. In reality the pectoralis major muscle takes a while to adjust its size to accommodate the implant as well as occasional muscle spasm which keeps the implant projection higher than its final resting shape. As the muscle relaxes the projection of the implant often increases and the breast shape improves. Massage and use of a superior placed elastic strap can often make this process go faster.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Breast Dropping The final results are mostly present including "dropping of the implant" when implants are below the muscle within the first 3 months for most and certainly by a year. Breast implants initially after surgery when placed in a submuscular position often give superior fullness that corrects itself with time, the "fluff and drop" phenomena. In reality the pectoralis major muscle takes a while to adjust its size to accommodate the implant as well as occasional muscle spasm which keeps the implant projection higher than its final resting shape. As the muscle relaxes the projection of the implant often increases and the breast shape improves. Massage and use of a superior placed elastic strap can often make this process go faster.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal? Thank you for your question. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, advice, predictions, and/or meaningful reassurance. Generally speaking, breast implants will "drop" into the pocket that was created during surgery and massaging the implants and downward may assist in the dropping of the implants after surgery (for those patients who want to help with the settling of the implants). The rate of breast implant "settling" may depend on factors such as size of breast implant pocket dissected, tightness of the overlying skin/muscle layers, size of breast implant utilized, and concerns such as pre-existing breast asymmetry. Normally, it takes about 3-6 months (for some patients longer) to see the final result. It is very common for one side to settle faster than the other. Again, best to follow your plastic surgeon for more specifics. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.
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January 7, 2016
Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal? Thank you for your question. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, advice, predictions, and/or meaningful reassurance. Generally speaking, breast implants will "drop" into the pocket that was created during surgery and massaging the implants and downward may assist in the dropping of the implants after surgery (for those patients who want to help with the settling of the implants). The rate of breast implant "settling" may depend on factors such as size of breast implant pocket dissected, tightness of the overlying skin/muscle layers, size of breast implant utilized, and concerns such as pre-existing breast asymmetry. Normally, it takes about 3-6 months (for some patients longer) to see the final result. It is very common for one side to settle faster than the other. Again, best to follow your plastic surgeon for more specifics. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.
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January 6, 2016
Answer: Post op augmentation It is not abnormal to be high and tight at 4 weeks. Depending on your anatomy, the size of the implants and placement it can takeseveral months for them to look less "balloonish" and more natural.
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January 6, 2016
Answer: Post op augmentation It is not abnormal to be high and tight at 4 weeks. Depending on your anatomy, the size of the implants and placement it can takeseveral months for them to look less "balloonish" and more natural.
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January 6, 2016
Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal? 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
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January 6, 2016
Answer: Breasts still high and tight 4 weeks post op. Is this normal? 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
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