Why would I have a dent in my breast implant, 7 months post op? With nipple pain, and discoloring on skin? (Photo)

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I got my breast implants August 8th of 2022 in Augusta, GA but I have recently moved to Charleston, SC. I went from an A-B cup to a full C. On my left breast implant, weird discoloring has happened around my nipple and had now moved further down my breast about 2 inches. I have gone to my Dr. but he brushes me off- says nothing wrong. Now I have a dent in my breast implant or tissue. How can I resolve this? I have nipple pain some days too. Plz help!

Stefan Mark Szczerba, MD · Answer

So did your plastic surgeon actually put in the implants through the incision next to the areola??  If so, then I think the tissue is so thin there that you are seeing the hue of the breast implant- the implant is clear/translucent.  I would actually go back and talk to him or her.... the approach of putting in implants next to the areola is actually a bit dated with good studies showing that incisions under the breast and in the axilla/ arm pit being much more reliable.  I fix a fair amount of these with fat grafting to thicken the thinned area.  Best Wishes!!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear pwatford,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

An examination is needed to see if the breast tissue in the area of the dent is a little thin and letting the implant push through. If so, a small fat transfer could be helpful.  Your first 3 photos are not very helpful.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. But the posted photos really do not demonstrate the "dent". Best to virtual consult with...Most likely if "dent: in tissue I would offer macro/micro fat grafting under ultrasound guided injections Fee $4,000.

Why would I have a dent in my breast implant, 7 months post op? With nipple pain, and discoloring on skin? (Photo)

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