Is "side boob" swelling normal 1 week after under the muscle breast augmentation? (Photos)

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Hello, 7 days ago I had an under the muscle breast augmentation. I got 225CC (very modest) cohesive silicone gel moderate profile shaped implants. So far I like them, and am probably over thinking this, but I feel like I have too much side boob. Is it normal to have side swelling, or is this implant? It's very squishy. I've also had a lot of arm/side pain. When will this start go away? I feel like I can barely use my arms

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph, and it appears that you will have a very nice result. After placement of implants, the overall appearance of the breasts will change dramatically over the next several months, as the implants drop, and the overlying tissue stretches to accommodate the extra volume. In your case the swelling from surgery is flattening your implants and holding them high on your chest, contributing to side-boob.  As the swelling resolves, the volume within the implant will redistribute towards the lower portion of your breast achieving a more natural appearance. If the implant was selected to be at the same size as or slightly smaller than your chest width you should not have any excess side boob.  I know waiting is difficult, but judge your results at 4-6 months after surgery as most of your breast changes should have occurred by then. Hope this helps.

Michael A. Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

Congratulations on your breast augmentation!It's very normal to have swelling after the procedure.  You are very early in your recovery process.  The discomfort you are experiencing can also occur, and goes away with time.  If the pain or swelling worsens, be sure to contact your doctor to discuss the issue.Cheers,Dr. Michael EpsteinMAE Plastic SurgeryNorthbrook, IL

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It does not look like you have overly lateralized implants.  You are early post-op and I would give them time to heal. Any major concerns should be addressed by your surgeon.

Paul Jason Skoll, MBChB, FRCS, FCS(SA)Plast · Answer

Hi. You are very early post op, and your breasts will still change considerably over the coming weeks and months. That said, everything appears to be in good shape at this time and I suspect that you will have a lovely final result.

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