Are my implants supposed to be this high? (photos)

This looks appropriate for this size of breast implant inserted and will improve in the next few days as swelling and settling begins to improve. Congratulations and good luck!

Hi C_T17,

I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a breast augmentation surgery. However, you are still in the early stages of the healing process.

Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.

At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues around the implants are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides and the implants drop to their final position, you will be able to see the final result of your breast augmentation surgery.

Dropping of implants is part of the healing process and this occurs after the tissues surrounding the implants slowly relax, allowing the implants to settle into their final position. It can take about four to six months for the implant to drop down to their final position. Also, your breasts can drop at different rates.

But if you are still concerned, you can always visit your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns. This way, you will be reassured. Also, if after six months, you are not satisfied with the appearance of your breast, you can visit your plastic surgeon and discuss the possibility of revision surgery.

Lastly, follow your plastic surgeons post-operative instructions and advice for faster healing and recovery.

Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery

Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello and thank you for your questions. It is absolutely normal to be in pain after breast implant surgery. As far as the height of the implants, you must wait until all swelling has subsided, as well as follow all the instructions your surgeon has given you to allow the implants to finally settle in. Remember to not get anxious and be patient to achieve the best results. Please contact your surgeon if the pain is too strong for the ibuprofen to handle, they will prescribe you something stronger depending on whatever other medications you may be taking.

You have relatively larger implants so they will sit high but as the swelling resolves, the implants will settle into the breast pocket. Best to call your plastic surgeon so he or she knows you are in pain and can adjust your pain medication accordingly. Good luck!

It would be helpful if you have stated how long has your surgery been. What you are experiencing might just be swelling, which can last for a few months. It may also be due to tightness around the breast area which is not uncommon after surgery. Your implants will settle into the pockets made by your surgeon as soon as your breast tissues start to relax.

Your breast implants do appear high.  This can be normal if this is soon after surgery (the first few weeks to even months).  Massage and time can do wonders to have breast implants "drop" meaning settle into a tear drop position.  As far as the size goes, your surgeon uses projection, your native breast tissue and the implant pocket (where the implant sits) to give you a size and shape.  Compression tops can be wonderful to minimize pain, tylenol and ibuprofen can also help.  Your plastic surgeon should help to guide you as to what are the best next steps for your breast augmentation.  Wishing you all the best.

Thank you for the question. Breast implants may appear elevated after surgery. The implants should eventually settle into the breast pockets with the center of the implant under the nipple. This will provide more projection to the nipple. Please check with your plastic surgeon regarding pain control. Best of luck!

Hi,
It seems its too early to make any judgement at this stage looking at the size of implant they can look like this.
I normally give stronger pain killers in the first 5 days.My standard protocol is Panadol 1 gm 6 hourly, diclofenic 50 Mg 12 hourly tablet or more effective suppository, and if need be then Tramadol 50 mg 12 hourly that is not shelf medicine in Dubai ( restricted and controlled medicine here ).
I think you need to check with your PS.
I wish you all the best

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Healing after breast augmentation
involves readjustment of the skin and soft tissue envelope to the presence of
the added fullness and weight of the prosthesis within the
breast or under the muscle. The "drop and fluff" phenomenon may take 3 months or so.
Breast projection will increase as the implant settles in.
In brief, the photograph demonstrates an early normal postoperative result.
Discuss your concerns with your
surgeon at your next visit. You may wish to speak with your surgeon regarding management of your pain a bit sooner.
Best
wishes...
 

Your implants should settle into the breast pockets over the next few weeks.  You have large implants with may take longer to heal.  Check in with your plastic surgeon so he or she can adjust your medication in regards to pain.