19 days post op. Do they look ok? (Photo)

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I'm 19 days post op. I have subpectoral 330cc saline implants 330cc on left and 360cc on right. I don't know if they look ok or not. One looks bigger than the other one and more round. Do they look ok? Is it Normal that they look so different?

Steven L. Ringler, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and the photos.  At 19 days post op, you most likely still have some swelling and it is impossible to determine your final result at this point.  It looks like you have a very nice result, and you most likely will continue to see changes over the next few weeks and even months.  Please discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. If you're still concerned about asymmetry once the swelling has resolved, your surgeon should be able to help you get the problem resolved at that time. Good luck to you.

Manish C. Champaneria, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You appear to be healing well. The final result after breast augmentation can take several months, likely 3-6 months. I recommend expressing any concerns to your surgeon. Regards,Manish Champaneria, MD

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Hi.. thank you for the question and photos... For 19 days you are doing just fine... everything seems to be healing ok.

William S. Umansky, MD · Answer

It is common for there to be some asymmetry in the early post-operative period. You started with asymmetry, as the reason for the different size implants, it will probably take several months for your implants to fully settle in and to be able to judge how close they are in final appearance. At this point, everything appears to be within normal range. Best wishes for a successful outcome.

John J. O'Brien, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. Based on your photos it does appear that you are progressing quite nicely. You do have some minor asymmetry but I would suspect that this will continue to correct with time. Continue to followup with your treating surgeon. Rest of luck with your continued recovery.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thanks for your question. Everything seems to be moving along nicely. Remember that the final result of a breast augmentation is normally apparent 3 months post-operation. All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

There is a noticeable asymmetry due to the different implant sizes.  Some of the difference may be secondary to postop swelling so waiting a few more weeks may be in order.  If the asymmetry persists it may be necessary to change the implant fill for a better match.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

At 19 days post op you seem to be healing well. Typically it takes 6 weeks for implants to settle and swelling to subside. Continue to follow up with your chosen surgeon.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I don't see anything in the photographs to be alarmed about. Some of the artificial shape is due to swelling artificially supporting the volume of the implant. This may take a few more weeks to subside.

Christopher J. Morea, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  At only 19 days post op, it is not unusual for one breast to appear larger than the other due to swelling. I would not be concerned at this time.  Give yourself a chance to recover.  I tell all of my patients it takes a full three to four months for both breasts to settle and for all swelling to dissipate. Best of luck,

19 days post op. Do they look ok? (Photo)

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