What will happen if I don't fix my implants that have bottomed out? (photos)

You can help prevent more bottoming out by wearing a good supporting bra with underwire. When the time comes to exchange them, you may need an internal bra of mesh and go down in size. Your tissue is not supporting the weight of these implants.

You are correct in your statement that your implants have bottomed out. The best you can hope for is that they will not get any worse, but they certainly could. This condition can be an indicator that the implants are too large/heavy or that your skin isn't strong enough to support the implants. The potential solution involves exchange for smaller implants, adding a supportive mesh, or both. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

Dear helenexo,
bottoming out occurs when the implant falls below the current breast crease or inframammary line. It's more likely to happen with inframammary incisions, which is why I try not to use the inframammary approach to any breast surgery.
Bottoming out can also occur if an implant is too large for the breast pocket. That is why it is important to choose an implant size that's correct for your body. I perform numerous measurements in the office to determine optimal implant size for my patient's bodies.
If you are concerned, please check it with your plastic surgeon for reassurance and to further discuss your options and possibility of revision.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery