Breasts feel very hard when laying down.

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I love my new look!However, it doesn't move much at all when walking or jogging.I know it's only been 2 months, when I massage 'em the implants feel quite nice under the muscles, but when laying down..it is solid.I'm worried the firmness won't subside much permanently,as I'm skinny on my upper body & I used to be a small A now to a very full C. Can the skin stretch 'alot' more perhaps a year from now, or only a little? Bcus as much as I love the perky look, laying down looks quite bad. Thank you

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  If your surgery was only two months ago, the breasts may continue to soften considerably.  It can take 6 months or longer for the final shape to be apparent.  I recommend my patients book an assessment at least 6 months after surgery to ensure that they are progressing normally.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

It is normal for your breasts to feel a little firm for up to 6 months after augmentation. Massaging can help soften the feel. You are still pretty early in your postoperative course and I would recommend giving yourself some more time. If you have concerns you should see your plastic surgeon for an examination. #PlasticSurgery #BreastAug #BreastImplants #Implants #recovery

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

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.  Rest, relax, recover and heal.  Express your concerns to your
surgeon and reassess 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

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. The drop & fluff process includes a softening of the tissues surrounding your implant and this process can take between 2-6 months. You can likely expect your breasts to soften somewhat over the next few months, however discuss your concerns with your plastic Surgeon and let them advise you.All the best

Brian Coan, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question about your recent breast augmentation surgery.  While it can be disconcerting to feel firmness in the breasts after surgery, it is completely normal at this early phase of healing.  Continue to follow up directly and in person with your operative surgeon and should the firmness continue be sure to ask their opinions on capsular contracture.

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