1 year post-op, 650cc in one & 615cc in other, right breast hasn’t fully fluffed, is this normal? (Photos)

Question

I had breast augmentation on Jan 24,2022 I love how my left breast is full and fluffed but iv noticed lately that my right seems tighter and not as fluffed. Is this normal?

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

At one year post op you are seeing your final results.  I encourage you to visit with your surgeon for an evaluation.  If the implant has not dropped you may need surgical intervention to help it seat correctly in the pocket.  She/He can also rule out capsular contracture which can also cause the breast to feel harder or tighter.

Chul Hwan Seul, MD, PhD · Answer

After implant surgery, the thickness of the capsule formed on both sides may be slightly different, and there may be a difference in tactile sensation accordingly. There is a possibility that the right capsule is thicker than the left, but it does not seem that there is a capsular contracture that makes the shape of the right side little odd. If there you accept this apperance, there is nothing to be corrected.

Reza Ahmadzadeh, MD · Answer

Based on your description, and the fact that this is a change that you have noticed lately, you may be developing capsular contracture. This is scar tissue formation around the implant. There are different degree of that. I would recommend you to see your surgeon for an in person exam. All the best.

Derek Fletcher, MD · Answer

Based on your description and photos, you may be experiencing capsular contracture (cap con) on the right side. I suggest returning to your surgeon for an in person exam to assess your breasts.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, you probably have a capsule of the tighter breast. I would suggest meeting with your surgeon and being examined.

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1 year post-op, 650cc in one & 615cc in other, right breast hasn’t fully fluffed, is this normal? (Photos)

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