I had breast augmentation two weeks ago and I'm disappointed with the end result. What should I do?

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I was quite happy when I came out of surgery as they looked quite a reasonable size. Now the swelling has gone down they look quite small. I did say I wanted a natural look, 34D, but they look smaller than that. I emailed my surgeon and told him my concerns. He told that we went with the right size of implant and said nothing else. I have a follow up appointment with him in 4 weeks time, what should I do?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Congratulations on having undergone the breast augmentation procedure. Although online consultants will not be able to provide you with meaningful reassurance, it may be helpful for you to know that a significant percentage of patients at your stage of recovery will feel that they are too big or (more commonly) too small. I routinely ask my patients to wait at least 3-6 months before evaluating the end results of the breast augmentation surgery. This waiting time allows patients to (usually) physically and psychologically adapt to the new body image.

From the physiological standpoint, it takes many months ( and even up to one year) to see the final results of surgery. factors such as swelling, tissue contraction, skin redraping, implant shifting etc. come into play. You may be pleasantly surprised wants to be "drop and fluff" phenomenon has occurred. You may also be happier once the swelling AROUND the breast implants dissipates and the implants' shape and projection become more visible.

From the psychological standpoint, patients undergo an “adaptation period" during which time they get used to the changes that the surgical procedure has brought about. Severe emotional swings can also occur after any type of surgical procedure.

In your case, I would suggest continued patience and continued close follow-up with your plastic surgeon.
Best wishes.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Quite frankly, you should be patient and wait a few months.  Although you will see him in four weeks, there are still changes that can occur beyond then such as swelling reduction and your implants dropping into place.  Once several months have passed, you can consider a revision if you are still unhappy.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Raj S. Ambay, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and Congratulations on your Breast Augmentation. You are only two weeks from your day of surgery.You are very early in the process. You would be surprised at how things look after the healing process is complete. I would advise you to wait before making any judgements. Keep following closely with your PS.

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