Breast Augmentation - 4 days Post Op. Feel implant moving!

Thank you for your question.  You are very early in your post operative course.  The first three days after most operations are rough.  We instruct our patients to use ice and elevate their head of bed about 30 degrees.  We found this to help with swelling and discomfort.  Is is normal to hear squeaking after surgery as there is air and fluid in the pocket.   There may also be some movement of the implant early after surgery as well.  This should improve over time.  Each Board Certified Plastic Surgeon may have a different post operative program, so make sure you talk with them and share your concerns.  
Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Las Vegas Plastic Surgery

It’s not unusual for patients to have unusual
sensations in their breasts following breast augmentation surgery.In many cases, this is related to residual
air and fluid that’s present within the breast implant pocket.Under these circumstances, movement of the
implant within the pocket can cause the sensation of squeaking, gurgling and
bubbling.This
sensation tends to improve as fluid and air resorb.In addition, formation of a capsule around
the implant also helps to minimize this phenomena.In the majority of cases resolution occurs in
one to two weeks.If you’re concerned about this phenomena, it’s
important to have a discussion with your plastic surgeon.Your surgeon should be able to alleviate your
anxiety regarding this issue.

Yes, this is a common feeling and not worrisome. With smooth implants the pocket is made to allow for a little movement. The "sounds" you may be hearing has to do with transient fluid and air in the pocket that will be absorbed. All normal occurences.

Hi Singbabysing,Yes this all can be totally normal, but you need to keep your surgeon in the loop.  You didn't mention if your Sientra implants were smooth or textured.  So the smooth will move and squeak and bubble for a short while, all implants can that are smooth.  But you want the textured to be still, so call the office and check it out.  All the best in your healing!  "Dr. Joe"

What you are describing sounds like a common observation after a breast augmentation.  The feeling of movement of the implants is normal and you will get used to this feeling with time.  Good luck with your recovery!

Smooth silicone breast implants will move in the pocket.  That is a normal sensation . If you have concerns visit with your surgeon so you can be examined.  Best wishes. 

What you are describing is quite commonly described after breast surgery.  The sensation of air trapped in the tissues is also commonly described. However, any significant increase in swelling/size would be of concern. Best wishes.

Dear Arsosatx,

This sensation is quite normal. It is not unusual often times to hear almost a squeaking sound from the breasts at the first few weeks, almost like rubbing against wet leather.

Most of my patients tell me it takes about four months to really feel like the implant is part of your body where you stop thinking about having had the surgery before. All of these things you have mentioned are very normal and will subside.
Best of luck to you.
Robert D. Wilcox, M.D.

Yes...this is not uncommon and will go away. The  muscle is pressing against the implant and as the muscle relaxes, the sound and  feeling of implant moving will subside.

Thank you for your question.  This is a common concern that many of my patients have immediately following breast augmentation.  As the other physicians have noted, this is something that is quite common and "normal."  You are going to be hypersensitive to the many different new noises, sensations, and movements of your new breasts.  Be patient, in time you will not even notice it and it will go away.  If you are still concerned, make sure to address this with your surgeon.  Best of luck!