When the implants drop into the pocket, do the nipples get higher?

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Could it be a significant noticeable difference of the nipples getting to the correct spot?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes, generally speaking, as breast implants "settle" (drop and fluff),  the nipple/areola complexes seem  higher on each breast mound.Generally speaking, breast implants will "drop" into the pocket that was created during surgery. The rate of breast implant "settling" may depend on factors such as size of breast implant pocket dissected, tightness of the overlying skin/muscle layers, and size of breast implant utilized. Normally, it takes about 3-6 months (for some patients longer) to see the final result. It is very common for one side to settle faster than the other. I hope this helps.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, as the implant falls the nipple areolar complex becomes more centered over the implant mound.  This does not mean the nipple areolar complex rises.  Without a picture it hard to further advise, good luck.

Giovanna Ghafoori, MD · Answer

Hi, Cristina. The short answer to your question is "Possibly" and the longer answer "It Depends." :)Nipple position may be affected by numerous factors, some controllable and others not. The natural position of the nipple before surgery will be a very important factor, as will the actual position of the breast itself. Implant position can also have a significant impact on nipple position, possibly rotating the nipple upwards, pushing it downwards or displacing it towards the middle or the sides. The degree of tightening/constriction/contracture vs. looseness/softness/pocket expansion will also have an impact. So...if your nipple is being pushed down from the implant sitting a little high and not yet settled, the nipple may come up a fair amount as the implant settles into the pocket. If there are other factors at play, the nipple may not change position sufficiently. Best of luck, and I hope your final results are what you were hoping for! Dr. Ghafoori

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