Could muscle flex distortion after breast implant removal go away by itself after a while? (Photo)

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I removed my breast implants 1 year ago after only 10 days because of regret. I now feel that my breasts have healed except for some muscle flex issues. When I do push ups or flex my breast muscles they move a bit upwards and It feels like they’re pulled and I feel it in my nipples too. I have seen my surgeon and he said he has never experienced this before. I really just want other opinions. An answer. Could this be fixed? Or would it be best to not do anything? Could it go away after a while?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Based on the pictures I would recommend leaving your results as they are as y9u may see improvement over time and the flexion is minimal.  Hope this helps

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

You have not stated whether your implants were in front of the muscle or behind the muscle.  If they were in front of the muscle then you may have adhesions now occurring between the muscle and underlying skin.  Your breasts are quite ptotic and low on the chest wall.  The technique I recommend is a lift using The Bellesoma Method.  This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained, if not injured during your previous surgery.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good morning!
This can happen after explant, depending on how it healsi and may require surgery for release. I would first try a good three months of twice daily massage, using the palm of my hand in a circular motion, about 15 minutes twice a day. If this doesn't soften up the connection and correct the distortion then I would consider surgical release.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Awesome887335,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

The muscle flexion usually does not go away, but sometimes it will lessen over time. The muscles have scarred and attached to your soft tissue from having the implants placed under the muscle.

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