Is my right breast bottoming out? (Photos)

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I am 11 months post op and i cant tell if im bottoming out on my right side or just a slight bit asymmetrical. Please help!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

THank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Your implant is unfortunately bottoming out and will require a revision procedure to correct.  Talk to your surgeon about appropriate timing.

Chul Hwan Seul, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question. On the side of the tattoo, there is a slight bottoming out. By performing revision surgery and moving the implant, we can achieve the symmetry, but since the asymmetry isn’t severe it is for you to decide if you want to get the revision. Now your implants are inserted over the pectoralis muscle (subglandular), but changing their placement to subpectoral or dual plane and performing fat graft would make implants contour less visible.

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

Yes, you may need to support this side with a capsulorrhaphy.  I would also consider fat grafting around the breasts to improve the overall contour of the upper poles.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, this is a potential risk with any implant. Typically I prefer the submuscular method, so that the pec muscle can help support the weight of the implant. Over time with gravity the skin and muscle weaken. I always advised good supportive bras.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Yes it appears you are bottoming out.  This is likely due to the implant being too large for your breast space.  You may want to consider downsizing the implants for a better fit and to avoid the occurrence.

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for the question.
Based on your photos, it does appear that your Left breast implant has dropped (bottomed out) more than the right breast implant.
I would encourage you to discuss your concerns with your Plastic Surgeon. Sometimes, revision surgery may be needed to correct the breast asymmetry and to reinforce the breast fold further.
I hope this helps.Best regards, Dr. Karanetz
Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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