I had my surgery performed July 14, 2013, going from a small B cup to a D. It has been little over six months now. My left implant dropped about two months ago, but the right is still lying high on my chest, forming a sort of cone/point shape and is slightly harder than the left breast. I'm concerned, whether this is normal or something I should be worried about. I exert my right arm much more than the left with the job I have. I'm unable to consult with my plastic surgeon in person, because I moved.
Answer: Implant Settling Thank you for your picture. It is unlikely that you will have a positive change in your implants at this point. You have two different pocket sizes and shapes. You will need a revision. Dr. ES
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Answer: Implant Settling Thank you for your picture. It is unlikely that you will have a positive change in your implants at this point. You have two different pocket sizes and shapes. You will need a revision. Dr. ES
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January 25, 2014
Answer: Can Implants Drop After Six Months At six months, your breast implants should have pretty much settled. Any correction at this point is likely surgical. An in person exam would be required to determine the next steps and discuss your options. Then you would need to decide how much the asymmetry bothers you. In many cases, the symmetry can be improved with a small surgery through the same incision to lower the elevated implant. If this is all that is required, then the recovery is usually very smooth - even more so than the original surgery. However, as stated, a full examination would be required to assess which procedures would be set for your condition.Good Luck.
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January 25, 2014
Answer: Can Implants Drop After Six Months At six months, your breast implants should have pretty much settled. Any correction at this point is likely surgical. An in person exam would be required to determine the next steps and discuss your options. Then you would need to decide how much the asymmetry bothers you. In many cases, the symmetry can be improved with a small surgery through the same incision to lower the elevated implant. If this is all that is required, then the recovery is usually very smooth - even more so than the original surgery. However, as stated, a full examination would be required to assess which procedures would be set for your condition.Good Luck.
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January 25, 2014
Answer: Breast Enhancement At around 6 months if the implant has not settled than it probably will not. Even if it does not you dont have to do anything if you are ok with it. The treatment is surgery to complete the release of the muscle
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January 25, 2014
Answer: Breast Enhancement At around 6 months if the implant has not settled than it probably will not. Even if it does not you dont have to do anything if you are ok with it. The treatment is surgery to complete the release of the muscle
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January 24, 2014
Answer: Breast augmentation dropping It is difficult to make a
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January 24, 2014
Answer: Breast augmentation dropping It is difficult to make a
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January 27, 2014
Answer: Use of textured implants can take the issue of "drop" off the table Implants dropping may occur after six months, but you are well into recovery and dramatic changes are unlikely. That is the short - and somewhat incomplete - answer to your question. Let me clarify. In my practice, I do not plan for implants to drop and most often recommend textured implants - like the "Gummy Bear" from Sientra - for this very reason. I have a very precise surgical technique and place textured implants with great intention. Massage is not required. Resolution of normal swelling - part of the healing process - does not alter implant position. Nor does gravity (in the short term). I most often recommend textured implants, which are especially well suited to a precise surgical approach.Smooth implants can be subject to drop. Implants that are both smooth AND large are prone to drop still more - and faster. This issue can result in bottoming out. The massage of smooth implants can displace the implant or result in malposition. Following this logic, textured implants are much less likely to drop, as are smaller implants. You are posing this question six months after surgery. Scar forms around all implants in this timeframe. I do recommend returning to your surgeon or seeking a second opinion. An exam is in order to clarify your concerns
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January 27, 2014
Answer: Use of textured implants can take the issue of "drop" off the table Implants dropping may occur after six months, but you are well into recovery and dramatic changes are unlikely. That is the short - and somewhat incomplete - answer to your question. Let me clarify. In my practice, I do not plan for implants to drop and most often recommend textured implants - like the "Gummy Bear" from Sientra - for this very reason. I have a very precise surgical technique and place textured implants with great intention. Massage is not required. Resolution of normal swelling - part of the healing process - does not alter implant position. Nor does gravity (in the short term). I most often recommend textured implants, which are especially well suited to a precise surgical approach.Smooth implants can be subject to drop. Implants that are both smooth AND large are prone to drop still more - and faster. This issue can result in bottoming out. The massage of smooth implants can displace the implant or result in malposition. Following this logic, textured implants are much less likely to drop, as are smaller implants. You are posing this question six months after surgery. Scar forms around all implants in this timeframe. I do recommend returning to your surgeon or seeking a second opinion. An exam is in order to clarify your concerns
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