Indent on right breast under the armpit 5 weeks post-op (Photo)

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I am about 5 weeks post op and still have a really good size dent on my right breast under my arm pit. Will this go away? Is there anything I can do to get it to go away?

Peter D. Geldner, MD · Answer

It's only been five weeks since surgery. There's a good chance that the contour will improve as the implant settles and the muscle relaxes. You can see the contour of the top of your implant and the dent is where the implant ends. Assuming that your surgeon used a narrow enough implant for your breast dimensions, all should be well.Express your concerns to your doctor. But remember, five weeks is a very short time.

Stefan Mark Szczerba, MD · Answer

I wounder if this irregularity is your implant.   I recommend a revisit with your surgeon to determine the cause and treatment.  There is very little to do for the first 3-6 month other than to just support the implant in its position.  Best Wishes!!

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

commonly happen when implants are placed under the muscle and it appears that is your situation. It can make shaving challenging sometimes.  If its something you feel on your implant, discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Try aggressive exercises to area to see if the indentation will improve. Otherwise only release operation will correct...

Terrence Higgins, MD · Answer

The good news is that you are in the very early post operative period.  You can expect this area to improve as your swelling declines and the implant settles into its pocket.  Express your concerns to your plastic surgeon at your next follow up.  Best of luck to you!

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