I am a stomach sleeper. My breast seem to be getting smaller over time by their look and bra size. Also over time, the rippling is becoming more noticeable. Could sleeping on my stomach cause a slow leak that only happens every night? Can a visit to a doctor determine this or would a surgery be needed? I had them done in 2000 and they are saline filled. Thank you for the info.
Answer: Implants and stomach sleepers. Thanks for your question. Typically saline implants manifest leaks quickly. This means that if there's a leak it should happen quickly. Slow leaks are very unusual for saline implants. In addition sleeping on your stomach should not cause implant ruptures in any type of implant. Anytime you're concerned about the shape change in your breasts you should see your surgeon. I hope this helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Implants and stomach sleepers. Thanks for your question. Typically saline implants manifest leaks quickly. This means that if there's a leak it should happen quickly. Slow leaks are very unusual for saline implants. In addition sleeping on your stomach should not cause implant ruptures in any type of implant. Anytime you're concerned about the shape change in your breasts you should see your surgeon. I hope this helps!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: See your surgeon In general, saline implant leaks can be detected quite quickly. It is not unheard of to have them deflate within 24 hours. Having said that however, yours may be compromised and be leaking slowly, as you suggested. It is important you see your surgeon to have your implants examined to ensure they are still in good shape.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: See your surgeon In general, saline implant leaks can be detected quite quickly. It is not unheard of to have them deflate within 24 hours. Having said that however, yours may be compromised and be leaking slowly, as you suggested. It is important you see your surgeon to have your implants examined to ensure they are still in good shape.
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March 1, 2009
Answer: Unlikely for sleeping position to deflate implants Saline breast implants can fail or deflate at any time following implantatoin. However, when it happens, it usually becomes apparent following a few days. You can have a partial deflation for a short while; however, it eventually fully deflates if you wait long enough. Breasts change over time, especially following augmentation. Changes occur with age, weight changes, pregnancy, etc. It is not uncommon to feel that one's breasts are getting smaller or 'looser' as the skin further expands and if you lose weight. This can lead to the feeling of 'rippling'. You should seek an appointment with your board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate your breasts. You may benefit from a silicone gel implant.
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Answer: Unlikely for sleeping position to deflate implants Saline breast implants can fail or deflate at any time following implantatoin. However, when it happens, it usually becomes apparent following a few days. You can have a partial deflation for a short while; however, it eventually fully deflates if you wait long enough. Breasts change over time, especially following augmentation. Changes occur with age, weight changes, pregnancy, etc. It is not uncommon to feel that one's breasts are getting smaller or 'looser' as the skin further expands and if you lose weight. This can lead to the feeling of 'rippling'. You should seek an appointment with your board certified plastic surgeon to evaluate your breasts. You may benefit from a silicone gel implant.
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March 1, 2009
Answer: If it were a saline leak, it would happen much faster It sounds like it is not a leak. However, without examining you it is hard to tell. If you implants are saline filled and had a lead, the size would decrease much faster that what you are describing. It is best to go back to your surgeon for a consultation.
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Answer: If it were a saline leak, it would happen much faster It sounds like it is not a leak. However, without examining you it is hard to tell. If you implants are saline filled and had a lead, the size would decrease much faster that what you are describing. It is best to go back to your surgeon for a consultation.
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April 5, 2016
Answer: A breast implant leak is possible Dear Proud Army Wife, The scenario you describe is possible, but it is extremely rare for both implants to leak at the same time and at the same rate. Slow saline leaks do occur though and may take weeks or months to deflate the implants. If you have leaking implants the cause of the leak is not sleeping on your stomach, per se, but your nine years of arm and body movements that over time wear down the implant shell. Decreasing breast size and increasing rippling are signs of leaking implants. Good luck!
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Answer: A breast implant leak is possible Dear Proud Army Wife, The scenario you describe is possible, but it is extremely rare for both implants to leak at the same time and at the same rate. Slow saline leaks do occur though and may take weeks or months to deflate the implants. If you have leaking implants the cause of the leak is not sleeping on your stomach, per se, but your nine years of arm and body movements that over time wear down the implant shell. Decreasing breast size and increasing rippling are signs of leaking implants. Good luck!
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