I had breast augmentation 11 month ago. New I can see and feel TOP edge on my breast implant. Without pressing I can feel the whole upper edge. But my breast implants is UNDER muscle. How it is possible? When I strain the muscle, this feeling disappears. My PS unfortunately say nothing... ultrasound showed a little bit rippling implant edge. Can it be because I bring my children with right hand? What can it be, I am afraid!
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May 5, 2018
Answer: I can see and feel the top edge of my breast implant, is this an issue?
HEllo-It takes at least 6-10 weeks for the initial swelling to resolve and settling to occur-- and then this process continues over time, since the implant will be affected by gravity. Also perhaps your lower, less perky side was like this to start??? We all have some asymmetry! So the outcome...
It is possible you are feeling animation phenomenon, which is movement of the implant with flexing of the pectoral muscles. This can cause visible movement, some alteration of shape, and a tethering sensation at times, when the muscle is actively used. However, it is also possible you have the...
Thank you for your question. Based on your description the most likely cause of the pop and the change in implant feel is that you popped or broke a small thin capsule around the breast implant. The fact the implant moves more smoothly after this also supports that conclusion. However it is...