I had a breast lift with implants 12 years ago. About a year ago I started to feel some discomfort, like my implant is moving around. If I do something that puts pressure on my right breast, it will get stuck in an upwards spot and I have to push it down. I also feel like there are bubbles or air pockets to the right side of my breast. There is some pain. I'm not in a financial position to get surgery right now, but wonder what could be going on.
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Breast shape will change over the first month after a mastopexy augmentation. Proper lower pole support and proper choice of mastopexy technique will tend to give the lower pole some tightness which will relax over time. It would be important to return to your plastic surgeon to discuss the issues.
Thank you for your question. You're still early in the healing phase. Allow some time for the scars to heal and remodel and for the implants to fall into their final position. Wait at least 3 months before getting a better idea about your results. Be sure to discuss your...
There definitely seems to be good progress toward healing with your skin breakdown following your aug/mastopexy procedure. Remember, you can't rush Mother Nature. It appears you are doing the right things with your treatment. It may take a couple of months before it is entirely healed, and a...