Implants High at 4 Months Post Op, Will They Eventually Drop?

Question

127 pounds, 5'7", and started out A/B cup, and now D/DD. 25 years old. I had 450CC under the muscle, silicone, high profile. I am happy with the size of my implant, but self conscious about the shape of my implants. They seem cone shaped, and the nipple goes lower than it should. They are extremely high up and going into armpit, and my pec muscle seems tight. There is no fullness at the bottom of breast. Wondering if they are ever going to drop or any advice. I see my surgeon next week.

Don W. Griffin, MD · Answer

The arm elevation from your pictures prevents me from getting an accurate determination of your true breast shape.  In your pictures your breast seem overly full in the upper pole with a tight lower fold.  It would also be nice to see a preoperative photo to know what you looked like before the augmentation.  You may change a little over the next few months, and there is no harm in waiting to see. If nothing improves, you will require another surgery to correct.  Your options include lowering the folds, using a smaller implant and/or a lower profile.  You should continue to follow up with your surgeon to discuss the options for revision if nothing improves over time.

Amy T. Bandy, DO, FACS · Answer

I agree with most of the posts.  At 4 months, if you have not seen much change, it is highly unlikely that you will.  A capsulotomy and lowering of the implants should resolve most of your issues. Be sure to discuss this with your surgeon on your follow up visit.  If the capsule around your implants has contracted, you may need capsulectomy and exchange.  Good luck!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and pictures.

	Your surgeon will be able to give you the best advice after he/she sees you next week.

	Generally, I have seen breast implants "settle" for up to a year  after surgery. Your surgeon may advise &ldquo;massage&rdquo;.

	Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is difficult to appreciate what you are concerned about, based upon your positioning with the photos. It is better to see you with your hands down.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

It is uncommon to see much more change after 3 months, but it is possible. You should discuss with your plastic surgeon who can offer advice about using a smaller implant or lowering the breast crease. I would suggest first waiting a few more months to see if anything improves.

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