My implant has moved and I can feel it. Should I be concerned?

Always best to check with your surgeon. If they can't be reached check with a local surgeon. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Thank you for your question. I would recommend seeing a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in person to evaluate you and discuss your options. Best of luck to you.

Hi nkohnfelder25,
For submuscular implants, there is an easy-to-open plane deep to the muscle, and it would be possible (but not expected) for the implant to move upwards with pressure. For subglandular implants, where the breast tissue above the implant pocket is not dissected, it would be unlikely for the space toward the collarbone to open up on its own.
Many women who have a vertical raise of the implant have capsular contracture--an abnormal amount of scar that forms around the implant, causing a vertical displacement and a sphere configuration. This would also be unexpected and abnormal.
An implant at the collarbone level is not normal, and I'd suggest being looked at.
I would suggest starting by calling your surgeon. Most likely, he/she would schedule a virtual visit, or ask you to see a plastic surgeon close to your new location for a physical check.
Hope this helps.
Best,Christopher Pannucci MD MSBoard Certified Plastic SurgeonPlastic Surgery NorthwestSpokane, Washington