“Tenting”? 275cc under the muscle. Breast width was 11.5cm (Photo)

Question

I think I have “tenting”? I know My breasts are pretty close together, and so the middle skin is a bit raised off the sternum. When I press on it, the medial part of my implants move with it. Is this normal? Will it subside? Is there anything I can do to kinda make it flatter? I’m 5.5 weeks post op. My next doc appt. is in 2 months so should I see him before then, before it’s irreversible and too late to do anything?

Jeffrey Antimarino, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your inquiry.   After viewing your photos, you may still have some residual swelling.   It is not uncommon at this time to have a small amount of swelling that will eventually resolve.    I recommend letting your surgeon know of your concerns so that he/she may address the issue directly with you.

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello. Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your surgery!
It is important to have an in-person medical assessment regarding this issue as it is difficult to determine virtually. Continue to update your doctor in the matter and follow their post-op protocol.
It is important to get cleared by your doctor before engaging in specific physical activity before the 3 month healing period has ended as the healing stage is crucial for healthy results.
It generally takes around 6 months to a year to see your final results. Your tissues will take time to relax and allow your implants to "Drop and Fluff" settling into place.
Our tips for recovery following breast augmentation are to wear a supportive sports bra for 3 months post-operative and refrain from lifting anything heavier than 10 lbs for 3 weeks as we don't want any strain at your incision sites. Make sure to keep the area of your stitches clean by cleansing with hydrogen peroxide daily. Showering is encouraged! But, no sitting in water for 2 weeks following surgery (no baths, hot tubs, pools etc.).
Please note that this response does not substitute patient-doctor relationship. We welcome any and all patients seeking advice to come in for a complimentary consultation available for limited time only.
During the COVID-19, we are offering complimentary online consultations as well as in-office consultation with social distancing and masks. Procedure done in-hospital private surgical facility while taking covid-19 precautions. We utilize UV-light to clean the air of viruses and bacteria during our consultations and surgery. We invite you to come in to discuss your options more thoroughly. Please send us an email at info@drkaraplasticsurgery.com with the subject line: "Attention Meagan" and we will be happy to coordinate your appointment!
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Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

I do not see evidence of symmastia.  It is common to have residual swelling in this area early after recovery.  Of course check with your plastic surgeon.

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