I had my first breast augmentation with 450cc high profile implants in 2020. I needed a revision on the left side (appears on the right in the photos) for a double bubble and flex deformity. The L implant is now over the muscle , and the R implant is under. They look totally assymtreical to me and I’m really upset. What revision surgery can I do to make them look more symmetric? I don’t like the way either breast looks.
Answer: Revision This is a complex problem to address. I would recommend placing both implants under the muscle, downsizing to a significantly smaller implant, placing soft tissue support/internal bra (Galaflex), and performing a breast lift. The placement of very large implants can create significant problems and change the breast shape. In addition, having implants in different pocket planes (below vs above the muscle) can create very different aesthetics. 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: Revision This is a complex problem to address. I would recommend placing both implants under the muscle, downsizing to a significantly smaller implant, placing soft tissue support/internal bra (Galaflex), and performing a breast lift. The placement of very large implants can create significant problems and change the breast shape. In addition, having implants in different pocket planes (below vs above the muscle) can create very different aesthetics. 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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July 18, 2023
Answer: Implants The implant behind the muscle look more natural and is much better supported. I would suggest moving the other implant behind the muscle to achieve more symmetry. Don't go larger or you may have more concerns about sagging from increased weight. I would consider going down in profile as well and even a little smaller. Smaller implant and lower profile will fit your frame and tissue better.
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July 18, 2023
Answer: Implants The implant behind the muscle look more natural and is much better supported. I would suggest moving the other implant behind the muscle to achieve more symmetry. Don't go larger or you may have more concerns about sagging from increased weight. I would consider going down in profile as well and even a little smaller. Smaller implant and lower profile will fit your frame and tissue better.
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July 16, 2023
Answer: Asymmetrical breasts after revision Dear Giraffespots00,
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July 13, 2023
Answer: Mastopexy Hi Giraffe,
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July 13, 2023
Answer: Mastopexy Hi Giraffe,
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July 11, 2023
Answer: Breast Revision Thank you for your question. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to breast revision surgery. In your case, I would replace the left breast implant under the muscle and performed Reductive Augmentation. This would include an internal bra/capsulorrhaphy procedure to bring your implants much higher, performing a mastopexy-lift, and removing inferior pole breast tissue. You are an excellent candidate for this. Best wishes to you.
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July 11, 2023
Answer: Breast Revision Thank you for your question. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to breast revision surgery. In your case, I would replace the left breast implant under the muscle and performed Reductive Augmentation. This would include an internal bra/capsulorrhaphy procedure to bring your implants much higher, performing a mastopexy-lift, and removing inferior pole breast tissue. You are an excellent candidate for this. Best wishes to you.
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