I am 38 years old and 6 months post-op from a breast implant revision. (First set of implants from 2009, revision done in Dec 2021 to go smaller, second revision done 2023 to correct CC and a flipped implant.) The bottom of the left implant appears to be very flat. Can anyone tell me what could be going on, and if it can be corrected without another revision surgery?
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Yes, losing at least 30 pounds or more will often change breasts volume and shape. You may need a lift and perhaps exchange at least one implant to be symmetrical. Or, fat could be added to the smaller breast to make them more even.
First, I would suggest getting an ultrasound to see if a seroma, excess fluid, is still present. It does appear to be larger in your photos. Second, that implant has bottomed out and needs to be tightened and uplifted from below. You might need an internal bra of mesh for better support. If no...
I would recommend a direct excision of the pigmented skin after the implants have fully settled (at least 1 year from the surgery). Another option would be to downsize the implant and perform another lift. I would find a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery; ideally, one...
