Pocket too large or something else? Should I take both out and replace? (Photo)

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Hi! I’m one yr s/p breast aug with lift, at follow up, I was told my left implant pocket was too large allowing the implant to move about, now creating a “double bubble effect” near the sternum area. Surgeon offered to repair at no cost this is after he placed 1 saline 1 silicone -now both silicone @550cc which could account for larger pocket 2nd opinion said NOT to touch as too risky. Thoughts? Left is much higher and boxy appearance. Take both out and replace? Signed-ceviche :(

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Your breasts are much too low on the chest wall and the lift was inadequate.  At this time, I recommend explantation with lift using The Bellesoma Method.  The implants are removed, your breast tissue is reshaped creating upper pole fullness, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained if not injured during your previous surgery.  Later, smaller implants can be placed totally submuscular.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear PhxMomLife,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went 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

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Your implants are too large for your frame. You need to go smaller, like 400 cc's, so the pocket does not stretch from the weight of the heavy implant.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

With only 1 posted photo and no posted before photos to compare, I think your results are very good. Yes I see medial/sternal flatness. But I would only recommend layered fat grafting to give the appearance of more central symmetry. Virtual consult with...

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