Will my breasts get round become softer after the implants drop?

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Hi, I've done ba 7 weeks ago. Im concerned cause they are still noticeably hard and I think they can't get very much softer to feel natural PLUS a big issue- the shape- they are pyramid like,like my original breast and I don't like that!I wanted round breasts and I put the implant to achieve that and fullness, now I've got fullness but they are not round.I'm so disappointed.Other girls have round breasts and me,can't even buy a lacey bra I always wanted cause the shape is just ugly.

Matthew Schulman, MD · Answer

Without seeing photos of you before and after, it is impossible for any of us to comment. Also, we would need to know more details about what was done. In my experience, the breasts do tend to become rounder as they heal, but they usually do not change dramatically. It depends on your pre-op shape. Speak to your surgeon or see another one in person for an opinion.

Shahriar Mabourakh, MD, FACS · Answer

After breast augmentation, breast shape usually changes over the first 3 months as the muscle spasm subsides and the tissues around the implants become softer. During this period implants will drop and become softer and more natural in appearance. I like to start all my patients on Vitamin E one week after surgery and start massage of the implants at one month out. I find this helps to reduce risk of capsule formation and improve the appearance of the breast augmentation. But the type of implants used and the placement and type of surgery will effect the post op routine I use. At seven weeks the healing is not complete, check with your surgeon before starting the above protocol as every surgeon has a different routine. There should still be time for your breast augmentation shape to improve over time.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

and if you had pyramid like breasts, you will still have that to some degree.  The implants will make the breasts fuller and by default, a little rounder.  Many doctors utilize massage to help implants settle and the tissues stretch out more.  If you aren't doing this, ask your surgeon for instruction on techniques that can be of benefit to you.  Subtle improvements should continue with time but always keep your surgeon in the loop of your concerns.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

At 7 weeks it is common to have swelling. It can take several months for the breasts to have a more natural appearance.  Good luck.

Gregory Swank, MD · Answer

It can take three (even up to six) months for you to see the final result from breast augmentation.  During this time, the implants should "settle" and become softer.  Having said that, there are many factors that can leave you with results that you may not have expected.  Was the implant placed under or on top of the muscle?  Silicone or saline?  Round or shaped, smooth or textured?Most important may be your pre-op anatomy and pre-op breast shape.  You say that your breast shape is "like your original breasts."  The breast tissue overlying the implant can have a significant effect on the final outcome.I would discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon, and also have some patience until they settle completely.  Don't rush into any "revisional" surgery yet -- Sometimes that can make things worse.  Open and honest discussion of your concerns should be had.

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