Why are all breasts so shiny after breast augmentation?

Question

Any Breast augmentation , including mine, that I have seen all the breasts have a shiny "coat" to them that goes away a week or two after.

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The "shiny skin" seen in the early post-operative period is a result of the skin being pulled tight to stretch over the surface of the implant. This will diminish over the next several weeks and is nothing to worry about. Please discuss all concerns with your board certified plastic surgeon. Also, make sure you follow all of your plastic surgeons post-operative instructions regarding level of physical activity and use of a support bra. Hope this helps and good luck with your recovery.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

It is likely because the skin needs to stretch to accommodate the implant. Best of luck. Regards,

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

This is the skin stretching, and it does go away.  There is nothing about it that is a problem.  Be patient.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

The shiny skin appearance you mention, occurs from the skin being pulled taut. The skin stretches and is pulled very tight to accommodate the breast implant. This is what leads to the "shiny" skin. It helps to apply moisturizer to the breast but, you should avoid any direct application of the moisturizer or lotion to the incision. The "shiny" skin resolves after some time; this time frame will vary from person to person. Thank you for your question.

William A. Wallace, MD, FACS · Answer

Your breasts have expanded after surgery, additionally you have swelling associated with the surgical procedure. These will contribute to the effect you are experiencing. Some patients will peel like they have had a sunburn. All can occur and are not worrisome.

Why are all breasts so shiny after breast augmentation?

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