Animation deformity - can this be fixed? (Photo)

Question

My right breast has a huge indent with any little movement as my implants are under the muscle. Can this be fixed? It’s so embarrassing in a swimsuit!

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Animation deformity can be corrected by revising pocket and sometimes changing from under to over the muscle.

Allow settling and healing then further discussion with your/a plastic surgeon is recommended.

Steven Sigalove, MD FACS · Answer

100%. You have a classic hyperanimation deformity which has a very straightforward and common fix in my practice. You would be well served with a site change to the subfascial position, replacing your pectoralis muscle into the chest wall where it belongs and the new subfascial device would be supported with P4HB scaffolding for long term stability. #Sigalift

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear thered94,
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, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

Without an in oerson examination it is difficult to give advice but, in general reovosong the amount of muscle released, pocket adjustments and possibly fat transfer to the area of indentation shkiukd make the problem correctible.  Another option is to replace the implant over the muscle.  Revisional surgery definitely  needed

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, the upper medial capsule has torn through and can be repaired and tightened. Mesh might be needed since that is a tricky area to repair.

Animation deformity - can this be fixed? (Photo)

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