I am over 3 months post opt. and still seeing no lower pole or outer pole. (I realize this could be due to pre-surgery aesthetics). However, do I need a revision if the muscle wasn't released enough? Am I being unrealistic that they could/should look better? (hubby thinks not.) I know some will say I should wait longer. But lets be honest at 3 months we can assume they aren't going to change that much more, correct?I am wearing bands/no bras almost constantly, and doing massages my Dr. suggested
Answer: Implant size and chest width #plasticsurgery I think the issue may be the dimensions of the implant pocket relative to the dimensions of the implant itself. It appears that the implant may have elongated itself along the vertical length of your chest wall, rather than settling into the pocket that was created for it. A revisionary procedure using a smaller implant and some pocket modifications would be a straightforward solution to your issue.
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Answer: Implant size and chest width #plasticsurgery I think the issue may be the dimensions of the implant pocket relative to the dimensions of the implant itself. It appears that the implant may have elongated itself along the vertical length of your chest wall, rather than settling into the pocket that was created for it. A revisionary procedure using a smaller implant and some pocket modifications would be a straightforward solution to your issue.
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Answer: Malpositioned and large breast implants Although a physical exam and a complete review of your history is needed, your implants are high, and too large for your dimension. They are most likely the wrong profile as well. Your initial presentation made you prone to this as you lack some lower and lateral (outside) pole tissue. I strongly suggest a revision and revisiting using smaller dimensional implants than the one that you have. A simple release of these will not likely correct the issue. Good luck.
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Answer: Malpositioned and large breast implants Although a physical exam and a complete review of your history is needed, your implants are high, and too large for your dimension. They are most likely the wrong profile as well. Your initial presentation made you prone to this as you lack some lower and lateral (outside) pole tissue. I strongly suggest a revision and revisiting using smaller dimensional implants than the one that you have. A simple release of these will not likely correct the issue. Good luck.
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December 2, 2016
Answer: Implants Too High After Augmentation Thank you for you question and pics: I agree that your implants are high, especially for 3mo post. They may "settle" (the lower pole tissue stretches to accommodate the implant ) but unlikely enough for enough for an implant that size and with your breast footprint. Unfortunately, we don't have a lateral pre-op view, but I suspect it would show a very tight lower pole/IMF (almost 90' angle). For the best result, I would wait 6mo to allow for maximal skin and capsule stabilization, more aggressive release of the muscle and likely downsize implant vs. anatomic implant.
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December 2, 2016
Answer: Implants Too High After Augmentation Thank you for you question and pics: I agree that your implants are high, especially for 3mo post. They may "settle" (the lower pole tissue stretches to accommodate the implant ) but unlikely enough for enough for an implant that size and with your breast footprint. Unfortunately, we don't have a lateral pre-op view, but I suspect it would show a very tight lower pole/IMF (almost 90' angle). For the best result, I would wait 6mo to allow for maximal skin and capsule stabilization, more aggressive release of the muscle and likely downsize implant vs. anatomic implant.
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January 24, 2017
Answer: Revision issues for implants too high b Your issue may not be as simple as pockets not dissected enough or muscle inadequately released. The lower part of the breast just doesn't have enough room for the diameter of the implants you have. If the implants drop, you are at high risk for a double bubble. Further release of the muscle can contribute to animation deformity so that may not be the answer either. I would consider an oval base form-stable implant and possibly converting to the split muscle plane.
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January 24, 2017
Answer: Revision issues for implants too high b Your issue may not be as simple as pockets not dissected enough or muscle inadequately released. The lower part of the breast just doesn't have enough room for the diameter of the implants you have. If the implants drop, you are at high risk for a double bubble. Further release of the muscle can contribute to animation deformity so that may not be the answer either. I would consider an oval base form-stable implant and possibly converting to the split muscle plane.
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December 2, 2016
Answer: Do I Need a Revision after Breast Augmentation? #breastimplants #breastaugmentation Usually by three months post-op your breasts implants have pretty much settled into place.However, it can sometimes take another few months to see your final results. Without having performed the operation myself, it's difficult to say whether or not the pocket was under-dissected.By looking at your pre-op photo, and looking at the apparent size of your breast implants, it is quite likely that I would have had to lower your infra-mammary fold in order to accommodate these implants. Without lowering the infra-mammary fold, the implants could end up too high, and would not be centered behind the nipple.You'd have to ask your plastic surgeon to find out what he/she thinks is going on. Definitely, wait a few more months before considering a revision. The implants may settle into place more, and you could be happy with the results. Thanks for sharing!
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December 2, 2016
Answer: Do I Need a Revision after Breast Augmentation? #breastimplants #breastaugmentation Usually by three months post-op your breasts implants have pretty much settled into place.However, it can sometimes take another few months to see your final results. Without having performed the operation myself, it's difficult to say whether or not the pocket was under-dissected.By looking at your pre-op photo, and looking at the apparent size of your breast implants, it is quite likely that I would have had to lower your infra-mammary fold in order to accommodate these implants. Without lowering the infra-mammary fold, the implants could end up too high, and would not be centered behind the nipple.You'd have to ask your plastic surgeon to find out what he/she thinks is going on. Definitely, wait a few more months before considering a revision. The implants may settle into place more, and you could be happy with the results. Thanks for sharing!
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