Should I request a revision surgery? (Photo)

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Hello, I underwent a BA 6 weeks ago with 375cc Allergan SRM and have been feeling a bit discontent with my overall results. I regret not going larger or with the high profile projection. My surgeon already advised me that my swelling was gone and my implants dropped into place after 3 weeks because I chose a small implant. I'm sad that I'm stuck with too natural looking results. What are your professional thoughts? Do I have any hope they'll get bigger? Or fluff more?

Jonathan Heistein, MD · Answer

Well, you are still in the early stages of overall healing, so I don't think you should make the decision to change your implants right now.  Having said that, if you want more volume and projection, then at some point you should exchange the implants for higher profile and larger volume.  Talk to your surgeon about your goals and he/she can suggest the best time and the best implant to make you happy with your outcome.  Best of luck!

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

6 weeks is not adequate time to permit for the final outcome. As the implant exerts forces on the soft tissues, you will see a more rounded shape to the breasts with a less tubular, upper pole look. A higher profile does not necessarily provide any additional benefit to the outcome. High profile implants were created for breast reconstruction. I think you will have a very adequate result if you wait the full year require for final healing.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Anonymousboober,
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.I understand that you are worried about your implants are not dropping as expected. However, you are still in the early phase of the recovery period. Please do allow some time for the healing process to occur. If after six months, you are not satisfied with the appearance of your breast, you can visit your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I think you have a nice result. There is often a tendency for women to wish they got bigger implants but in your case I don’t see the point.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, you will not get any larger unless you gain weight or exchange for larger implants. However, you are still early in the healing process and need to wait and give your implants time to completely settle.

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