My breast implant pockets are too large, will waiting to fix them cause them to get larger? 2 years post op.

Dear portskii,pocket reduction is not urgent but it would be better to do it sooner. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

A large implant pocket is not typically associated with pain. I would recommend visiting with your plastic surgeon and having a detailed examination. If the implant moving around causes you discomfort, then repositioning the implant into a new pocket will help. Pocket revision surgery provides great results by providing control of the implant. Hope this helps!

Thank you for your questions.Large pockets classically cause malposition of the implants, often in certain positions. I am assuming you see this.Large pockets are not necessarily associated with pain.It is unpredictable if the malposition will get worse with time and there is no urgency regarding correction.I think that doing the surgery for pain relief would have to be very individualized as most patients do not have pain. A careful history and exam would be necessary to predict what the outcome of the surgery would be regarding your symptoms.Since you likely have another reason to undergo pocket revision (malposition), hopefully it will improve your symptoms as well. Good luck going forward

I am sorry to hear about your concerns after breast augmentation surgery. Correction (usually involves capsulorraphy surgery) is not urgent but will likely be a good idea sooner rather than later, given your symptoms.  It is hard to predict whether the  displacement problems will worsen over time or not.

My best advice: select your plastic surgeon carefully. Make sure that he/she has significant experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. Then, communicate your concerns and goals carefully, as well. Working together you will come up with a good plan to achieve your goals.  

Best wishes.