Not happy with the results of my breast lift with implant exchange. Do I need a revision? (Photo)

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I’m 8 months po from a breast lift w/exchange of implants and I’m not happy with my results. My surgeon says that it looks good but I don’t think it does. Nipples look like googly eyes. the left is a lot lower, and there's no bottom fold. I measured the distance between the bottom of my areola and the fold and the left is almost 4in while the right is 2.5in- Would I need a revision to correct? am I being picky? I also do feel a little pressure pulling on my left breast when I take off bra.

Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS · Answer

You have drop out on the side of the higher nipple. Your surgeon is gaslighting you. Regardless of cost, your surgeon shouldn't be doing your revision; dishonesty should be a dealbreaker.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear locura0927,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is 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, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your implants are a little large for your frame and tissue and one side has bottomed out from the weight. I would suggest going smaller and tightening the pocket on the lower side. You might need mesh. With smaller implants, there is less weight and a lower chance of bottoming out again.

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear locura,
Although your result is fair, the asymmetries that you describe are certainly there.  At 8 months the majority of implant settling has likely occurred, but you might want to wait another 3-4 before definitively  declaring that.  The disadvantage that we are at is not having your pre-operative photos available, reason for exchange, breast implant sizes, type of lift, and extent of capsule work, if any.  I.e. was any of this asymmetry present before?  A revision would be required to correct it if it persists.  Good luck!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on your nicely, post of photos appears one breast is bottomed out and there is a symmetry the nipple areolas. Best virtual consult with to understand possible options for revision yet in person visit in South Florida. Expect fees to range from $8000-$12,000..

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