Is it normal to be able to see the outline of your breast implant? (photo)

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I got breast implants in April. When I lift my left arm over my head, it's fairly easy to see where the implant is in relation to my breast tissue. I will attach photos. I need to know if this is normal because my surgeon is 3,000 miles away and would need to book a flight ASAP. Thank you for helping!

Peter Fisher, MD (retired) · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. You have what is called a double bubble phenomenon.  This occurs when an implant is placed under the muscle which is not appropriately released from the overlying breast tissue. More common in constricted breast which you appear to have. There is no urgency in repairing this, although it will just about certainly need surgical correction.

Lisa Lynn Sowder, MD (retired) - Account Suspended · Answer

You should send your surgeon these photos.  You look like you have a mild double bubble.  The constriction across the lower part of your breast is likely the edge of your pec muscle or the old inframammry fold.  This will likely require surgical treatment.  This is a relatively common issue and I suspect surgical treatment will take care of it.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Your photo shows that the implant has moved below the inframammary crease and outside the limits of your pectoralis muscle on the side.  This will likely need a revision.  Please see your plastic surgeon.  I would send photos ahead and see if you can arrange treatment.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

It is not normal to see the outline of your breast implant.  They should look smooth and natural.  Follow up with your Plastic Surgeon for an exam, to determine treatment.

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