I got 450CC Mentor Saline Profile Plus 2 weeks ago and now I am very concerned because my left breast seems fuller and bigger than my right. Any advice on what I should do? Thank You.
November 16, 2017
Answer: Uneven size after breast augmentation Thank you for your question. I agree with my colleagues. At two weeks after surgery, it is very common to have some degree of "differential" swelling and some differences related to that as well as the breast implant position. If the breast implants are "under the muscle", one breast implant will always "drop" sooner than the other one which can also make things look a little different at two weeks sometimes. Other reasons for subtle differences in swelling at two weeks can have to do with sleeping position, being right or left-handed, as well as the original "breast anatomy" before surgery which is always slightly different from one side to the other. I would recommend making an appointment with your plastic surgeon and to go over your concerns. I always believe it is best to follow up closely with your plastic surgeon after surgery and get his or her thoughts on your recovery. It is not likely from your description, but also not impossible, for a patient to have a hematoma after breast augmentation even at two weeks after surgery. This is another important reason to follow up with your plastic surgeon to check for this as well. Breasts are never "identical twins" and it is best to wait until 6 months to allow the implants to "settle" and see the final size and position of the implants, etc. I hope this is helpful.
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November 16, 2017
Answer: Uneven size after breast augmentation Thank you for your question. I agree with my colleagues. At two weeks after surgery, it is very common to have some degree of "differential" swelling and some differences related to that as well as the breast implant position. If the breast implants are "under the muscle", one breast implant will always "drop" sooner than the other one which can also make things look a little different at two weeks sometimes. Other reasons for subtle differences in swelling at two weeks can have to do with sleeping position, being right or left-handed, as well as the original "breast anatomy" before surgery which is always slightly different from one side to the other. I would recommend making an appointment with your plastic surgeon and to go over your concerns. I always believe it is best to follow up closely with your plastic surgeon after surgery and get his or her thoughts on your recovery. It is not likely from your description, but also not impossible, for a patient to have a hematoma after breast augmentation even at two weeks after surgery. This is another important reason to follow up with your plastic surgeon to check for this as well. Breasts are never "identical twins" and it is best to wait until 6 months to allow the implants to "settle" and see the final size and position of the implants, etc. I hope this is helpful.
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Noticeable Asymmetry Thank you for your question. You do have some noticeable asymmetry. Did this develop since surgery? You should see your surgeon. There are a few different possibilities; you could have a seroma or a hematoma for example. Your surgeon is in the best position to advise you in this situation, because he knows the details of your case. If your asymmetry persists, you should wait at least 6 months before seeking reoperation.
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February 17, 2017
Answer: Noticeable Asymmetry Thank you for your question. You do have some noticeable asymmetry. Did this develop since surgery? You should see your surgeon. There are a few different possibilities; you could have a seroma or a hematoma for example. Your surgeon is in the best position to advise you in this situation, because he knows the details of your case. If your asymmetry persists, you should wait at least 6 months before seeking reoperation.
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December 1, 2016
Answer: Breast asymmetry post op Yours is a very common question - yes - it is perfectly normal for one breast implant to be higher or one to be larger/smaller only two weeks post-op. Mild asymmetries do resolve with time. How long is truly variable. Unfortunately patience is important!
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December 1, 2016
Answer: Breast asymmetry post op Yours is a very common question - yes - it is perfectly normal for one breast implant to be higher or one to be larger/smaller only two weeks post-op. Mild asymmetries do resolve with time. How long is truly variable. Unfortunately patience is important!
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