1 month post op 450cc implants, is the puckering around my areola normal? How long does it take till it does away? (photo)

This puckering is a typical consequence of a circumareolar lift.  What you are seeing is what occurs following the use of a pursestring suture.  This is exactly what happens when the strings of a coin purse are cinched.  The use of silicone tape is excellent.  This puckering differs from person to person, but should resolve in a few months.  Good luck!

With a periareolar breast lift you can expect puckering around the areola for about three to six months. I recommend patients use either silicone gel or silicone tape to expedite this process. The skin will smooth out over time, you just need to be patient. 

If you have any concerns you should contact your plastic surgeon for a further examination.

Best wishes,

Dr. Bruno

Puckering is extremely common with the circumareolar technique and the resolution of these depend on the amount of the lift, the size of the implants, the skin quality, the suture materials and other certain techniical aspects. Generally this improves by 6-9 months.