425cc under the muscle implants. 1 week post op, will I get more projection once the implants settle? (photos)

Hello,Thank you for your question. In the weeks immediately following breast augmentation, especially with under the muscle placement, swelling and tightness can compress the implant volume up and outward for a time. Along with giving the appearance of high, rectangular breasts, this can make them appear smaller temporarily. You will need to allow a full 6 months to see the breast volume settled in and softened. This process is often called "Drop & Fluff" Try to be patient and wait until 6 months to evaluate your results.Take care

This is a very typical appearance one week after surgery.  Your plastic surgeon may recommend a wrap to wear over the top of the breasts until they settle.  As the implants go down into their "pockets", the projection of the lower breast will improve.  This can take weeks to months  to occur.  Sometimes, a revision is required to release the lower tissues within the pocket if the implants remain high.  Best to discuss at your next visit.

I appreciate your question.



Right now, you are very early on in the
post op recovery period. It will take 3-6 months for you to feel comfortable
having implants in your body and for them to settle. This time allows for you
to physically and psychologically adapt to your new body image. There are many
variables that contribute to a breast augmentation's final result. Preop size
and shape, IMF location, location of the implants and type of implant. Patients
heal at different rates and each breast will sometimes heal at a different
rate. Rest, relax, recover and heal. Please Express your concerns to your surgeon so
he/she can examine you. Then reassess final result at 6 months.



The best way to assess and give true
advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic
surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.



Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz