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How long after a revision will it take my implant to drop?

Lilly01Feb 25, 2016
I had my second breast augmentation about 6 months ago to go from 400 to 600cc hp silicone under muscle breast implants. My left side did not drop ( 6 months later) so I had a revision to open the pocket. My question is how long does it take to drop in place?

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