If my implant is bulging at edge (palpable) and edge of implant visible thru my skin- does that mean implant not sized properly?

May 9, 2016
Asked By:Rsmith175 in Cleveland, OH

I am 2 years (not 2 months) post op. On my right breast I had an allergen mod implant size 495 silicone. I can feel a bulge (and its protruding at bottom of breast by cleavage. Does this mean implant placed was too big? If constriction was released would this not be an issue? Is there any fix besides strattice or fat graft??

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May 11, 2016

Answer: See your surgeon

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: See your surgeon

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Palpable implants

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May 10, 2016

Answer: My implant is bulging at edge (palpable).

May 10, 2016

Answer: My implant is bulging at edge (palpable).

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