My boob gap is getting bigger. (Photo)

Question

So I’m 3 weeks PO and HATE how my boobs are looking. The gap looks SO wide now and they just look like balls sat on my chest :( I understand this is because of the swelling going down but how can my gap change so much? :(

Hayley Brown, MD, FACS · Answer

I understand your concern! I tell my patients who desire a closer cleavage to wear an underwire bra day and night as a splint (for months), so as they drop and settle with gravity, they stay close in the middle. This is also very important at night, as the breasts tend to fall out to the sides when you lie down. I advise a full coverage, non push-up, minimally padded underwire bra, similar to the ones at Victoria Secret or Soma. If a patient desires even more central cleavage, I have them use a racer back clip (you can get one on amazon) to be used with that particular bra. (it tends to work better than buying a racer back bra). Not all plastic surgeons agree with the use of an underwire bra for various reasons, so I would first check with your plastic surgeon to make sure he or she gives you the OK.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photographs.  Proper surgical placement of breast implants is placement directly behind the nipple.  Your implants seem to be in good position.  The gap between your breasts is indicated largely by your anatomy.  My strong advice is to wait a full 4-6 months before considering the final result of your breast augmentation and discuss your result with your plastic surgeon.  Best of luck.

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

Everything appears to be healing appropriately. you need some advice on postop garments at this stage that can help to stabilise the implants. Things will change over the coming months and best to keep in touch with your PS during this time.

Brian Peterson, MD · Answer

You have quite big implants on a small frame, so they have to settle somewhere.  I would guess your implants are under your pectoralis muscle, and this muscle shouldn't be detached along the sternum as this would create visible rippling from the implant.  As your implants settle they will descend a little and fill out the side of your breasts.  I would bet that prior to your augmentation that you basically had skin on your sternum and that you are very thin.  Your breasts / implants will soften as they settle and you will be able to create nice cleavage in a bra.

Mennen T. Gallas, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question about your concerns with the "gap" between your breasts. You may notice changes as your recovery continues for the next several months. At 3 weeks post-op it is far too early to determine your final result. Based on your photo that you provided, you appear to have a very good result and your implants are in a good position. Any concerns that you have above the widening gap, I suggest that you discuss with your plastic surgeon for further guidance.

Brian Coan, MD, FACS · Answer

Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery.  Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside.  At our office we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day after surgery and then again at two weeks and beyond. We enjoy staying closely connected to our patients and enjoy giving the extra attention and service. Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon.  He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best.  Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS

Mel T. Ortega, MD · Answer

Appropriate surgical situation of breast inserts is position straight forwardly behind the areola. Your implant appear to be in great position. The hole between your breast is demonstrated to a great extent by your life structures. My solid guidance is to hold up an entire 4-6 months before thinking about the last consequence of your breast augmentation and talk about your outcome with your plastic surgeon.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You are still very early in your healing process and need to give yourself time for the swelling to subside, the implants settle and your tissues relax. if you were naturally wide to begin with, you still will be somewhat wide. Please discuss any concerns you have with your doctor, and understand healing must first occur.

David A. Sieber, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the great question. Based on the photos you provided, your implants appear to be in a great position centered behind your nipple. You most likely have a fair distance between your nipples prior to surgery. This difference may just be more noticeable since your operation. You  may notice that it improves some with more time. Best,~Dr. Sieber

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Generally implants will exaggerate the shape and distance of your natural breasts. So if your breast gap was larger to begin with, but you did not notice as much because your breasts were smaller, you are now noticing because the larger breasts are making the gap more obvious. That being said 3 weeks post op is too soon to know what your final results will look like. You should follow up with your PS to address your concerns all the same.

My boob gap is getting bigger. (Photo)

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