6 months post op - Am I developing symmastia or tenting? (photos)

Question

Hello! I had my BA done 6 months ago. I have recently noticed that I think i might have symmastia? Either that or just tenting that is taking forever to go away. It does feel "tight" when i push down on it. Please let me know your thoughts.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The submitted photos show a definitive separation between the breasts, so it does not appear you have symmastia.  If you are noticing changes that concern you I encourage you to visit with your surgeon for an evaluation.

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

If you could provide some views with the arms relaxed and without a bra in place, that would make it easier to determine exactly what is going on. If you have before photos as well, those would be extremely beneficial.

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question! We won't be able to give you a definitive answer. Being able to see your before photos would be very helpful if you could repost with them. It may be slight symmastia, but I would suggest calling your plastic surgeon to schedule a follow-up and discuss! Best of luck!

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Since you have precise definition in the midline, showing the right and left implants as separate, you do not have symmastia (which occurs when implant crosses over beyond the middle).

The skin may be tenting, this can take up to 1 year to settle.

Close follow up with your plastic surgeon is recommended during this time for instructions and any subsequent care.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, you have some because of the large size of your implants and the smaller chest size you have. If this bothers you, go down in size.

6 months post op - Am I developing symmastia or tenting? (photos)

Answers (7)

Answer: Not symmastia

Answer: Not symmastia

Answer: Breasts

Answer: Breasts

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Implants

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

6 months post op - Am I developing symmastia or tenting? (photos)

Answers (7)

Answer: Not symmastia

Answer: Not symmastia

Answer: Breasts

Answer: Breasts

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Implants

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.