I can see the edge & underside - can my breast implant situation be improved?

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I had breast implants in Nov and one of them shifts so that the inner side is rotated away and I can see the edge and some of the underside of the implant. It also moves toward my armpit when I'm laying on my back, it moves farther than my actual breast tissue so it leaves a weird looking inner breast situation. I truly hate how it looks when the other side is fairly stationary and shows no inner edge

Chul Hwan Seul, MD, PhD · Answer

If the prosthesis is on the subglandular plane, you need surgery to make a new pocket with a dual plane and insert a new prosthesis, and if the first operation is dual plane, you need surgery to narrow the existing pocket. As the tissue has become thinner, prosthesis boundaries are visible and ripening is also present, and to compensate for this, it is better to perform fat transplantation at the same time.

Ajaya Kashyap, MD · Answer

Thank you for your query. The inferior edge of the implant maybe palpable if it has been put with a sub-mammary or dual plane technique. The moving of the implant may also be related to the technique and the formation of some contracture, which is very common. I would advise that you discuss these issues with your Plastic surgeon who can help you. If, however, it does not concern you much, it is better to wait for some time before thinking of another procedure. All the best!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear MortyM,
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

Your pocket could be tightened to lessen the movement. Your implants may be a little too heavy for your tissue. If this happens again, go down in size.

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