9 months post breast augmentation, concerned about nipple asymmetry - Can drop / fluff happen this late into recovery? (photos)

Question

I got breast surgery 9 months ago and I keep noticing that my right breast looks different. It seems like the nipple is lower than the right side. I can’t seem to understand the drop and fluff hasn’t fully happened on that side yet. Could it take this long to drop?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

At nine months post op you are basically looking at final results with no major changes expected from this point.  If you have concerns about nipple asymmetry and implant position I encourage you to discuss it with your surgeon as well as options to correct it.

Stefan Mark Szczerba, MD · Answer

I would review your preoperative pictures and your situation with your plastic surgeon.  Asymmetry is common prior to surgery however you may have some "failure to drop" or capsular contracture.  I like when implants center on the nipple, however that's not always possible.  Best Wishes!!

George Bitar, MD · Answer

The breast implant position will not change appreciably after 9 months postoperatively.  It is difficult to assess your implant position because of the differences in arm positions.  The considerations for implant malposition include: 1) pre-existing asymmetry, 2) implant did not drop, 3) the other side dropped too much, and/or 4) capsular contracture.  I would recommend visiting your plastic surgeon with your concerns.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Loving579826,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  After 9 months only a surgical revision is going to be able to improve upon your current results in the interest of achieving improved symmetry.  Talk to your surgeon.

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