Will my implant drop? 5 weeks post op. (photo)

Thanks for much for your question and photo!  Yes, breast implants will drop over time and sometimes it will take months for them to settle down.  Bra straps can help.  Hope this helps...best of luck!
Sincerely,
Joyce C. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS

Thank you for your question.
It normally takes 3 or more months for implants to settle after an augmentation. It is not unusual for them to drop at different rates and they are likely to even out with time. I they still remain asymmetrical after 6 months I would ask you surgeon to have a look.

Hi lorens16,

I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a breast augmentation surgery. However, you are still in the early stages of the healing process at 5 weeks post op.

Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.

At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues around the implants are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides and the implants drop to their final position, you will be able to see the final result of your breast augmentation surgery.

Dropping of implants is part of the healing process and this occurs after the tissues surrounding the implants slowly relax, allowing the implants to settle into their final position. It can take about four to six months for the implant to drop down to their final position.

But if you are still concerned, you can always visit your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns. This way, you will be reassured. Also, if after six months, you are not satisfied with the appearance of your breast, you can visit your plastic surgeon and discuss the possibility of revision surgery.

Lastly, follow your plastic surgeons post-operative instructions and advice for faster healing and recovery.

Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery 

Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery