Air pockets/water feeling in breast after 10 weeks. Is that normal?

I appreciate your question.It takes a while to get used to the feeling of having an implant in your body.It will move around a bit (especially if smooth) which is an odd sensation.The best way to assess and give true advice would an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz

At my initial consultation with my patients we discussed all the aspects of healing. One part of healing is a feeling of a space or air around the implant. It can be many things and you speak with your plastic surgeon but many times it will subside with time.

Although there is a little bit of air in any operative site immediately after surgery, one would not expected there 10 weeks postoperatively. A good exam by your surgeon may be necessary to determine the sensation that you are having. If you have gel-filled implants one would not expect a sloshing feeling. If one has saline filled implants, if for some reason a lot of air was left in the implant, one can hear a sloshing sound. It is important for the surgeon one placing saline implants to remove the air.

Many surgeons rinse the breast pocket out with antibiotic solution before placing the implant. This fluid takes time to be absorb by the body. Although 10 weeks is a bit longer than usual. At times the body creates fluid as a reaction to the implant. Follow up closely with your surgeon.

Thank you for your question.  At ten weeks post-op, this is not very common but if your surgeon has told you to give it a few more days, then follow her advice.  Usually the fluid that is around the implant and in the pocket is reabsorbed by the body.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

There can indeed be a small amount of air or fluid around the implant right after breast augmentation, however by ten weeks any fluid should be gone. You might just be getting used to the feeling of the implants, but to be sure let your surgeon have a look.

Some people just need time  to adjust to their new implants.  The symptoms you described are not commonly associated with significant problems we occasionally see following breast augmentation.  You should follow-up with your physician for reassurance..

Most surgeons rinse the breast pockets with saline and antibiotic solutions before placing the implants inside.It does take some time for your body to absorb all the fluid. Sometimes the body makes fluid around the implants initially as well. This usually goes away as you are healing. Do let your surgeon check you, however, just to make sure everything is healing well.

Your best option is to contact your board certified plastic surgeon and schedule an examination. Upon examination your surgeon will be able to discuss your concerns. Best of luck!