Left implant shifted after 5 years post op, 500 ccs

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I just wanna know why or what causes a great shift in one or both breast implants ? II’m a 29 yr female who is 5 years post op from a BA with 500 ccs on both breast. I’m 4’11 and weight 120 lbs. My left implant has shifted so much so that sometimes my left Arm Gets numb. I don’t do heavy lifting on upper body days and avoid chest work outs. And now surgeon wants to charge more than the actual BA. Implants are under the muscle. Also 2 yrs pp and breastfed for 16 mos. TIA

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

Implants can do all sorts of things over time for various reasons. In your case, the size of your implants relative to your chest wall puts you at risk for issues like displacement. The one that didn't shift laterally (a common direction to move) looks contracted, which may be why its position has been preserved. You'll need to be seen by your doctor or a revision breast expert to have a revision surgery.

Wess Cohen, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Implants that are under the muscle tend to get pushed down in and out ( lateral ). This is due to the location and shape of the pec muscle. The options to fix this or to either move the implants in front of the muscle, and or to tighten the lateral capsule so the implant doesn’t have room to fall that way While also considering adding a piece of mesh to further support the implant. Good luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear kayrasalamat,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Need in nude posted photo! But only surgery with capsule closure via techniques can effect results of lateral displacement of the implant. Fees $8,000. Best to virtual consult with...

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