I am 7 mths post op. I received a back massage a few days ago and noticed this morning that I can feel my implant underneath my breasts (near the incision area). On the left side it feels like a bubble when standing up. When bending over it can be felt very much. I have silicone gel implants and called my Dr to examine but cannot be seen until one week. Im very worried and anxious. Is this normal or common? What is the worst case scenario or how would this be fixed?
August 26, 2015
Answer: I can feel my implant Hello,Your Plastic Surgeon's assessment in person will be the most useful. It is difficult to know if you are describing a little normal palpability through the thinner areas/under the breast, or if you feel some damage has been done. If you have new bruising/pain/swelling- contact your Surgeon right away.All the best
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August 26, 2015
Answer: I can feel my implant Hello,Your Plastic Surgeon's assessment in person will be the most useful. It is difficult to know if you are describing a little normal palpability through the thinner areas/under the breast, or if you feel some damage has been done. If you have new bruising/pain/swelling- contact your Surgeon right away.All the best
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August 26, 2015
Answer: Implant palpability Totally nothing to be concerned about. All breast implants can be felt to some degree particularly where you are the most thin---the least fat or tissue coverage, which is under the breast or in the outside - lateral breast area.It will likely change as you change positions and may diminish as the capsule around the implant naturally forms.There are some options 6-12 months from now like fat grafting if it becomes more of an issue but it should not create any problems for you...Make sure you mention to your surgeon in follow-up.Best!Dr Bengtson
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August 26, 2015
Answer: Implant palpability Totally nothing to be concerned about. All breast implants can be felt to some degree particularly where you are the most thin---the least fat or tissue coverage, which is under the breast or in the outside - lateral breast area.It will likely change as you change positions and may diminish as the capsule around the implant naturally forms.There are some options 6-12 months from now like fat grafting if it becomes more of an issue but it should not create any problems for you...Make sure you mention to your surgeon in follow-up.Best!Dr Bengtson
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