Is it like the initial surgery and will take a little time to soften? Or should results be more immediate? I had a revision done on 1/15/16 to right breast only, for capsular contracture grade iii. The implant was also replaced. The right breast is visibly much lower but breast remains a little firm. My initial surgery was 4/17/15 and the left breast settled and soften very nicely within a couple of months. The right breast almost immediately started showing signs of contracture.
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This depends
somewhat upon the implant manufacturer. These measurements I’m providing are
based upon the Allergan moderate profile saline (style 68) implant, which most
accurately matches your description. The base measure of a 420 cc moderate
profile implant is 13.4 cm. It could be slightly n...
You appear to have a nice surgical result but if you are not satisfied and you wish more upper pole fullness then yes you will need to increase your implant size. I would have to do measurements on you to determine if hp or moderate plus is best for you. As for size, generally...
It is very common to hear some noises and feel sloshing after surgery. At 7 weeks out, this has usually resolved. Best to let your surgeon evaluate as it is possible this represents a seroma. It is probably nothing but still have it examined. Good luck. I hope you...