Hi, I am one year post-op and starting to notice that I have some lateral displacement (more on one side). Due to COVID I didn't have my 6 mo appt. I'm 5'2 and only got 190 and 210 CC implants due to my petite frame. I love the size and how they look, expect it feels weird when I lay down flat. What is the repair surgery recovery like and how long will I have to avoid working out and normal activities? Will the surgery ensure that they'll be fully centered when I lay down?
November 30, 2020
Answer: Lateral implant displacement Breasts will drift laterally when laying down.
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November 30, 2020
Answer: Lateral implant displacement Breasts will drift laterally when laying down.
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November 30, 2020
Answer: Is my lateral displacement worth fixing? Thank you for your pictures and questions. In general, the answer to this question is, does it bother you enough to have surgery to fix it? Implant pocket malposition this early after surgery is likely due to pocket over-dissection or lack of appropriate post-op instruction or restriction of activity, or sometimes just bad luck. If it bothers you, then a surgical fix might involve pocket revision with either sutures, mesh, or both. If the displacement is minimal and it does not bother you that much, then don't worry about it.
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November 30, 2020
Answer: Is my lateral displacement worth fixing? Thank you for your pictures and questions. In general, the answer to this question is, does it bother you enough to have surgery to fix it? Implant pocket malposition this early after surgery is likely due to pocket over-dissection or lack of appropriate post-op instruction or restriction of activity, or sometimes just bad luck. If it bothers you, then a surgical fix might involve pocket revision with either sutures, mesh, or both. If the displacement is minimal and it does not bother you that much, then don't worry about it.
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