Capsulotomy - would this procedure help my implant drop ?

In the absence of a significant capsule or capsular contracture, a capsulotomy alone should be adequate for repositioning of the implant. To confirm the diagnosis and treatment options would require an actual physical examination. Following a capsulotomy, you should see immediate improvement in the symmetry, but it may take weeks or longer for the implant to settle into the final position.

Dear bristol193,

I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello and thank you for your question.
While it is difficult to answer your question accurately without photographs or the benefit of a physical examination, the most common causes for a "high riding" implant include preoperative asymmetry, differential pocket dissection or capsular contracture. If your breast folds were symmetric before the surgery and the implant remains soft, capsulotomy will likely lead to lower implant position and should be apparent immediately. If the implant is below the muscle, it may help to do additional muscle release to a type II or type III dual plan position. Good luck. I hope this helps.