8 weeks post-op. One of my implants is not settled yet. Will it drop to the right position? Thoughts or advice? (photos)

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I started massaging both breast 2 weeks ago (6 weeks after the surgery). My surgen thinks the one which is a bit higher in position will be drop by time. but I want to know other surgeons idea too. Is it really gonna drop to its right position? I wish if I had started massaging breasts earlier.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Fierce2932,
dropping of implants is part of the healing process and this occurs after the tissues surrounding the implants slowly relax, allowing the implants to settle into their final position. It can take about four to six months for the implant to drop down to their final position.I understand that you are worried about your implants are not dropping as expected. However, you are still in the early phase of the recovery period. Please do allow some time for the healing process to occur. If after six months, you are not satisfied with the appearance of your breast, you can visit your plastic surgeon and discuss your concerns.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Kenneth A. Godwin, DO · Answer

Do not worry. Although most implants will fall into the correct position by 3 months, it may take a bit longer than that to achieve your final results.  continue to massage as your surgeon directed you. Best wishes

Genevieve F. Caron, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questionIt can take up to 6 months for the implants to drop and positioned themselves, and often not at the same time for both of them.Please be patient and follow up your surgeon advice concerning massage and compression bra.Best Wishes
Dr Genevieve F.Caron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Montreal, Canada

Robert Sleightholm, MD · Answer

Thank you so much for your question and photos. Judging by your photos, your results are great! You are still very early on in the healing stage so please be patient, continue massaging (according to your surgeon's instructions), and stay healthy. All the best to you!

Kiran Polavarapu, MD · Answer

Time will tell. Remember that swelling can take months to resolve and be patient. Drink alot of water and decrease your salt intake (to help decrease swelling) and keep following all your surgeon's recommendations. Seems you are progressing well.

James M. Sheridan, MD · Answer

Dear Fierce2932,Thank yo for your question.  It can take up to 6-9 months for al the swelling to resolve and for implants to settle into their final position.  From your photos it looks like things are progressing normally and I would not be upset.  Continue with the massage and be patient.  I would anticipate that you will end up fairly symmetric.  Good luck & hope this helpsJames Sheridan, MD

Mahmood Kara, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello, thank you for your inquiry.
Don't worry too much as it generally takes around 6 months to a year to see your final results. It is still a bit early to determine. Your tissue will take time to relax and allow your implants to "Drop and Fluff".
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