Will my implants drop without using a strap? (photo)

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I've had breast implants for 19 days now. I'm not impatient, a strap is uncomfy, do I have to wear it? I'm 5'4, 115lbs, and have mentor 400HP.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The use of a strap the lower the implants makes no sense to me. If the breast implant is in the correct position swelling resolution will permit proper descent.

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the photos. You are only two weeks post op. It is very early in the post operative course. You will have swelling and most likely some spasm of the muscle. This seems to be especially true if you were small before and go relatively larger. They usually settle in and change with time. Every plastic surgeon is different and each patient is different.  Please do call your board certified plastic surgeon's office and tell them your concerns. They may have a protocol that they like and have been successful with...

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Breast implants under the muscle typically take a month or so to drop. If they were placed through the armpit or of the muscle was not completely released they may not drop as much

Jacob Freiman, MD, FACS · Answer

It is normal for your breasts to go through changes over the months following breast augmentation. When done correctly, expect 3 to 6 months to see the final result. The strap or band may help to push them down faster but if it is uncomfortable, wait for the pain to subside before starting.Good Luck

Robert M. Freund, MD · Answer

In MOST cases, implants will descend somewhat. However, there are certainly limits to how they will fall depending on the initial starting point.I would suggest returning to your surgeon, and listen to what they tell you. It i early in your recovery and time and gravity is on your side.

Jason Mussman, MD · Answer

Your implants will definitely drop with time.  I see from your other posts that you had an IMF approach and started with a relatively tight skin envelope.  This will take some time to allow for your breasts to settle into their new position.  I estimate that you will be happy in 3 months.  Straps help speed the process, but gravity will always work if given enough time.  All the best,Dr. Mussman

Lewis Ladocsi, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Peera.  It is hard to evaluate you from your pictures, but based on my experience, your implants will drop with time.  If you have concerns, I suggest you discuss them with your plastic surgeon. Good luck

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

PS usually breast implants will continue to drop without a pole wraps.  If your breast implants are placed beneath the chest muscle pectoralis tightening and stretching exercises can also help as well as breast implant displacement exercises.However if your plastic surgeon recommends a pole wrap I strongly advise you to follow the advice of your plastic surgeon and where the pole wraps In my experience the pole wraps can be very helpful and usually does not need to be worn much longer than a week or 2.

Will my implants drop without using a strap? (photo)

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