I had breast implants (MENTOR Memory Gel, 425cc right, 400cc left) in 2017, and recently, in early 2024, I noticed a very visible ripple under my left breast. I’m concerned as I’ve seen online that implants should last 10-15 years, and I haven’t gained or lost a significant amount of weight since the surgery. Is it normal to experience this ripple after seven years, or should I be worried about the condition of my implants?
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Dear DysautonomiaPrincess,
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From the photo it does not appear you implants are bottoming out. It does appear that the breasts are sagging though. This can be corrected with a lift. You can elect to keep your same implants at the time of a lift or switch them for a different size if you wish. See a board certified...
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