Dry, flaky skin 9 weeks after silicone submuscular implants?

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I am just about 9 weeks post op from a silicone submuscular implant. Since about weeks 3, my breast have been extremely dry. Not so much the nipples, they seem fine. But the skin on the breasts, especially the sides, its super dry and flakey. I can see skin flakes in my clothing when I undress. I try to gently exfoliate and lotion them everyday. I have never had this issue before surgery. Is this normal?

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. This is extremely common after augmentation surgery. The skin is put on stretch and also has more pressure on garments that may not fit right. This leads to dryness and irritation of the skin. I usually recommend patients try Aquaphor which can be obtained over the counter. Moisturize like crazy and this should improve with time but may take several weeks.Good luck!

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Dry, flaky skin after breast augmentation surgery is very common.  Ask your plastic surgeon what he/she recommends.  In my practice, I recommend Aquaphor to help hydrate the skin.  Good luck!

Dana Towle, MD · Answer

It is common for skin to be dry and flaky after surgery especially surgery that puts tension on the skin such as an augmentation. Gentle exfoliation and lotion will help. Heavier  creams such as Eucerin are also helpful. Talk to your surgeon about this.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Dry and flaky skin is seen commonly after breast implants. Eucerin cream and Aquaphor do a better job at hydrating the skin.

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery!
It is important to have an in-person medical assessment regarding this issue as it is difficult to determine virtually. Continue to update your doctor in the matter and follow their post-op protocol.
It is important to get cleared by your doctor before engaging in specific physical activity before the 3 month healing period has ended as the healing stage is crucial for healthy results.
It generally takes around 6 months to a year to see your final results. Your tissues will take time to relax and allow your implants to "Drop and Fluff" settling into place.
Our tips for recovery following breast augmentation are to wear a supportive sports bra for 3 months post-operative and refrain from lifting anything heavier than 10 lbs for 3 weeks as we don't want any strain at your incision sites. Make sure to keep the area of your stitches clean by cleansing with hydrogen peroxide daily. Showering is encouraged! But, no sitting in water for 2 weeks following surgery (no baths, hot tubs, pools etc.).
Please note that this response does not substitute patient-doctor relationship. We welcome any and all patients seeking advice to come in for a complimentary consultation available for limited time only.
During the COVID-19, we are offering complimentary online consultations as well as in-office consultation with social distancing and masks. Procedure done in-hospital private surgical facility while taking covid-19 precautions. We utilize UV-light to clean the air of viruses and bacteria during our consultations and surgery. We invite you to come in to discuss your options more thoroughly. Please send us an email at info@drkaraplasticsurgery.com with the subject line: "Attention Meagan" and we will be happy to coordinate your appointment!
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