Can you knock a breast implant out of place?

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I'm 3 weeks post-op....I went for a light jog....until I felt a small shift....Now, I can feel a small 'gas bubble' near my mammary fold. Maybe, it's my imagination and paranoia, but can one knock a breast implant out of place 3 weeks post-op? Thank you for you answer!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Is highly unlikely you displaced your implant at three weeks because of jogging. I would like to know why you are engaged in that activity in the first place however.

Luis Macias, MD, FACS · Answer

At 3 weeks it is unlikely that you displaced the implant with a light jog.  However, I advise my patients not to do any activity that makes them bounce for at least 4 weeks.  Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon as they can examine you.  Best wishes.

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD, FACS · Answer

It's hard to knock them out of the pocket, so if you have any concerns see your plastic surgeon.  I have seen patients whose air bags have gone off into the breast without any problems with the implants.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

It is unlikely that your implant can be displaced with an activity such as jogging.  If you have concerns then you should visit with your plastic surgeon ASAP

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Hard to imagine that light activity displaced your breast implants but for a meaningful diagnosis, advice or reassurance,  it will be necessary for you to see your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.

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