I had bilateral nipple sparing mastectomy in December 2024. It was supposed to be direct to implant, but my skin was not in good enough condition to do that. Implants were placed Jan 2025. I have always had very little lower pole. It was a concern going into this. I’m not happy with my NAC being so low. Also not happy with the little change in lower pole. I thought my skin was going to stretch and that would be improved. To top these issues, the left breast is contractured due to bleeding that occurred after my drains were pulled. That led to the left breast being massive and swollen at first. I see my surgeon next week so I am wanting to know what sort of options I should be thinking about.
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June 30, 2025
Answer: Smaller implants and elevated nipple-areola complexes
Thank you for your question and photos, and sorry to learn about your disappointment with your result this far. I agree with your concern about the unnatural upper pole fullness most evident on the profile view.
Of the three dimensions associated with every implant (diameter or width, volume,...
It is unfortunate that you had 200 cc of your own breast tissue removed. At this time, your best option is explantation using a curvilinear incision and use the the inframammary fold incision to reposition your existing breast tissue higher. After 6 months you can consider implants higher on...
Hi, thank you for sharing your question. It sounds like you have a lot of surgery planned. Your surgeon can suggest the appropriate amount of time off based on what he/she does. I would recommend at least two weeks off and then 6 weeks of no lifting/gym activities.
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