I had breast augmentation 2 years ago. I went back to my surgeon for a check up a year after surgery who confirmed there was nothing wrong however I’m unhappy with the way they look. My right breast caused a lot of pain during healing and has never felt settled. I get twinges of pain when performing certain exercises and it looks smaller and sits higher up than the left. It is firmer than the left an I can see and feel either the implant or pec muscle on the inner side. Is there something wrong?
Answer: Asymmetry Dear Terrific105952,
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Answer: Asymmetry Dear Terrific105952,
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Answer: Something Wrong It is difficult to determine exactly what is going on just from the photos without a physical exam. This may be signs of early capsular contracture, but without a physical exam...it is difficult to truly determine what is going on with the breast. I would recommend seeing a board-certified or board-eligible plastic surgeon with actual training in plastic surgery and an aesthetic fellowship. I find it also very beneficial if the surgeon has 3D imaging that can help simulate your revisionary surgery prior to the actual case. Best of luck!
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Answer: Something Wrong It is difficult to determine exactly what is going on just from the photos without a physical exam. This may be signs of early capsular contracture, but without a physical exam...it is difficult to truly determine what is going on with the breast. I would recommend seeing a board-certified or board-eligible plastic surgeon with actual training in plastic surgery and an aesthetic fellowship. I find it also very beneficial if the surgeon has 3D imaging that can help simulate your revisionary surgery prior to the actual case. Best of luck!
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June 27, 2023
Answer: Asymmetry of breasts From your description and your photo it appears that you have capsular contracture on the right side.
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June 27, 2023
Answer: Asymmetry of breasts From your description and your photo it appears that you have capsular contracture on the right side.
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June 26, 2023
Answer: Implants You may have a capsule on that side or may need somewhat larger implant. Please discuss your concerns with your surgeon or see someone else.
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June 26, 2023
Answer: Implants You may have a capsule on that side or may need somewhat larger implant. Please discuss your concerns with your surgeon or see someone else.
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June 26, 2023
Answer: Breast Revision You had some asymmetry prior to surgery which was not addressed. Sometimes an augmentation can exacerbate these asymmetries. The inframammary fold was released more thoroughly on one side and this lead to some asymmetry in the way the implants are positioned. A revision of the fold release on the tighter side may help.
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June 26, 2023
Answer: Breast Revision You had some asymmetry prior to surgery which was not addressed. Sometimes an augmentation can exacerbate these asymmetries. The inframammary fold was released more thoroughly on one side and this lead to some asymmetry in the way the implants are positioned. A revision of the fold release on the tighter side may help.
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