What causes your breast implants to bottom out?

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Peter Chang, MD · Answer

Bottoming out is subjective. In certain cases the breast tissue is fuller on the bottom of the breast than it is on the top. Some patients like bottom fullness, and others do not. Different factors that can contribute to breast implants bottoming out would be over-dissection, loose skin, or extremely large implants. It is recommended to visit a qualified breast specialist to assess your situation, and provide a treatment plan to revise the issue. It is important to do your research to make sure the physician is experienced and qualified and is able to provide before and after photos to showcase their work.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, bottoming out can happen due to the weight of the implants gradually stretching out the ligaments that normally create the crease under the breasts (inframammary fold). It can also happen during surgery if the ligaments are dissected excessively.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,If the breast crease/fold underneath the breast mound is compromised for any reason, the implant could be pushed past this point and sit lower on the chest than intended. This can create the look of a "double bubble". Be sure to choose a board certified Plastic Surgeon who uses careful technique and can explain to you what the surgical plan is for you and risks/considerations. Choosing implants which are a reasonable size for your tissues and avoiding over-dissection of the creases during surgery will help reduce these risks.All the best

Kenneth R. Francis, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear Iwantboobs,The most common reason for implants "bottoming out" is violation of, or an anatomically weak lower breast fold.  Heavier, larger implants will tend to cause this more often.  Good luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Bottoming out can happen for a number of reasons. The most common include weak tissues along with heavy implants, wide implants much larger than a patients base diameter, and undermining of the breast fold.

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