I just received 450cc saline implants yesterday morning sub muscular I want to know if my nipple will be higher up once the implants settle.
Answer: Shape and Placement of Implants as they Heal HEALING OF SENSORY NERVES: Tingling, burning or shooting pains, which will disappear with time and should not alarm you, indicate regeneration of the sensory nerves. If these sensations cause pain, repeated, local self-massage helps. ASSYMETRY: The two breasts commonly heal quite differently. One breast may swell more, feel more uncomfortable, or have a different initial shape. After complete healing, they will be more similar and natural. You must have patience, but if this causes concern, ask questions of the doctor or the nursing staff. SHAPE AND CONTOUR: The final shape of your breasts will start to look its best approximately three (3) months after surgery. It takes time for the skin and muscle to stretch and relax around the new implant. The breast will often look higher, firmer, and “less natural” in the first three (3) months. It can take up to a year to see your final result. FOLLOW-UP EXAMS: These are generally done in 1 week, 2 to 3 weeks, 3 to 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months to 1 year, and 1-2 year intervals. In our office we include all of your follow up appointments in the initial surgical fee.
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Answer: Shape and Placement of Implants as they Heal HEALING OF SENSORY NERVES: Tingling, burning or shooting pains, which will disappear with time and should not alarm you, indicate regeneration of the sensory nerves. If these sensations cause pain, repeated, local self-massage helps. ASSYMETRY: The two breasts commonly heal quite differently. One breast may swell more, feel more uncomfortable, or have a different initial shape. After complete healing, they will be more similar and natural. You must have patience, but if this causes concern, ask questions of the doctor or the nursing staff. SHAPE AND CONTOUR: The final shape of your breasts will start to look its best approximately three (3) months after surgery. It takes time for the skin and muscle to stretch and relax around the new implant. The breast will often look higher, firmer, and “less natural” in the first three (3) months. It can take up to a year to see your final result. FOLLOW-UP EXAMS: These are generally done in 1 week, 2 to 3 weeks, 3 to 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months to 1 year, and 1-2 year intervals. In our office we include all of your follow up appointments in the initial surgical fee.
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Answer: Breast augmentation results Thank you for your question. Breast augmentation results can take weeks to months to finalize. In the process of your implants settling, the breast shape (including your nipple position) will have changes. Commonly, the patient will appreciate an improved position to your nipple and notable softening of your breast. Be patient with the healing process. Keep in good communication with your surgeon and do not hesitate to voice any concerns you may have. Based on the single provided photo alone, your day one results seem appropriate. I hope this helps. Best regards, Dr. Mooty
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Answer: Breast augmentation results Thank you for your question. Breast augmentation results can take weeks to months to finalize. In the process of your implants settling, the breast shape (including your nipple position) will have changes. Commonly, the patient will appreciate an improved position to your nipple and notable softening of your breast. Be patient with the healing process. Keep in good communication with your surgeon and do not hesitate to voice any concerns you may have. Based on the single provided photo alone, your day one results seem appropriate. I hope this helps. Best regards, Dr. Mooty
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December 3, 2016
Answer: Will my nipples be raised when my breast implants drop? Yes, your nipples should be higher once the implants drop. The implants don't begin to drop until close to the sixth week after surgery and you will be settled about 80 percent at three months. So, at one day post op you are less than one percent settled, soft and shaped. Hope this information is reassuring and good luck. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."
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December 3, 2016
Answer: Will my nipples be raised when my breast implants drop? Yes, your nipples should be higher once the implants drop. The implants don't begin to drop until close to the sixth week after surgery and you will be settled about 80 percent at three months. So, at one day post op you are less than one percent settled, soft and shaped. Hope this information is reassuring and good luck. For more information on this and similar topics, I recommend a plastic surgery book like "The Scoop On Breasts: A Plastic Surgeon Busts the Myths."
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December 3, 2016
Answer: Will my nipples be raised a little more once the implants drop? Thank you for your question. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, advice, predictions, and/or meaningful reassurance. 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.Also, generally speaking, as the breast implants "settle" into their positions, the nipple/areola complexes seem higher on each breast mound ("perkier"). At this point in your recovery, I would suggest: ongoing time/patience and continued close follow-up with your plastic surgeon. I would not be surprised if you are much happier with the appearance of your breasts several months from now. Best wishes.
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December 3, 2016
Answer: Will my nipples be raised a little more once the implants drop? Thank you for your question. Your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource when it comes to an accurate assessment of your situation, advice, predictions, and/or meaningful reassurance. 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.Also, generally speaking, as the breast implants "settle" into their positions, the nipple/areola complexes seem higher on each breast mound ("perkier"). At this point in your recovery, I would suggest: ongoing time/patience and continued close follow-up with your plastic surgeon. I would not be surprised if you are much happier with the appearance of your breasts several months from now. Best wishes.
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December 3, 2016
Answer: Implants drop and fluff? Hi and congratulations on your recent breast augmentation! You appear to be early on in the process and as your breast implants begin to drop and fluff you are likely to see a better shape in the lower breast pole and a better nipple position. Ask your surgeon about techniques you can use to a sure a smooth "drop and fluff" and best wishes, Dr. ALDO
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December 3, 2016
Answer: Implants drop and fluff? Hi and congratulations on your recent breast augmentation! You appear to be early on in the process and as your breast implants begin to drop and fluff you are likely to see a better shape in the lower breast pole and a better nipple position. Ask your surgeon about techniques you can use to a sure a smooth "drop and fluff" and best wishes, Dr. ALDO
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