Should the crease of my breasts look like this when sitting down? (photo)

Question

I’m 17 months post op, I’ve noticed that the crease of my breasts look like this when I’m sitting down, is this normal? The skin also feels a little odd between the breasts.

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

This appearance means that there is some excess skin tat has pulled downwards with the weight of the implants, and especially in a seated position which creates a crease. I wouldn't say that this is a normal, but it is a complex problem; one that may be alleviated with supporting the implants in the lower quadrant with another procedure. There are options available, but a full assessment would be required.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It's hard to answer this with out an in person evaluation.  I would suggest seeing your surgeon and addressing your concern about the excess skin.  Best of luck to you.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  This is difficult to say without an in-person examination but it may be due to some skin stretching between the breasts, or a bit of excess skin.  Talk to your physician as they can look at your before, and current, pictures to see the reason for its development.

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Without pre-op photos- all views -standing and sitting- it's difficult to give the best answer. Remember- the infra-mammary crease- is a very specific area that can not be violated or adjusted precisely during surgery. It may be that your implants are a little too large and therefore - creating the skin folds in a sitting position that you see.

Charles Nduka, MD · Answer

Based on the photo, you seem to have excess skin on the lower region of the infra mammary fold. In this case, further surgical intervention may not be the best course of action as it will only add more scars on the body. The best course of action would be to schedule an appointment with your board certified plastic surgeon for an in-person examination.

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

When we sit, often the anterior trunk shortens a bit making the abdominal skin come in contact with the breasts. If your breasts are normal when you are standing, then this is unlikely a problem. If any questions then, show to  your surgeon. Good luck.

Marc J. Salzman, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

From your photographs, it appears to me that both implants may be slightly bottomed out giving this appearance to the crease. You might want to consult with your operating plastic surgeon for confirmation. Best of luck.

Should the crease of my breasts look like this when sitting down? (photo)

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