5 weeks post op, one is bigger than the other. Any suggestions? (photos)

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Right-475cc, left-450cc Before procedure my right breast was slightly smaller than my left that's why surgeon decided to put slightly bigger implant on my right. Well now the right one is bigger and is much higher than the left one :(. Really don't like the way they look now. Also even thought I wanted to go up to DD/e cup now I wish I went larger :/

Rocco C. Piazza, MD · Answer

Thanks for posting your photos and
for your question. It's understandable to have concerns about your breasts'
appearance during the first several weeks after surgery — but have patience.
Because breasts usually heal at different rates and implants settle into place
at different times, breast asymmetry is common at 5 weeks post-op. The initial
results of your procedure look quite positive, and I encourage you to wait 3 to
5 months before assessing the final results. If you still have concerns,
contact your plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Good luck.

Luke J. Curtsinger, MD · Answer

From your photos it appears that you have a very nice early postoperative result. Because you put a larger implant on the right side, the breast envelope has to adapt to a greater challenge. That breast will likely sit higher and take longer to settle down but it most likely will. You and your doctor identified asymmetry preoperatively, and you have done something about it. This will ultimately improve it but not eliminate it. Congratulations!

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

The two breasts commonly heal quite differently. One breast may swell more, feel more uncomfortable, or have a different initial shape. After complete healing, they will be more similar and natural. You must have patience, but if this causes concern, ask questions of the doctor or the nursing staff.You should wait until 3-6 months post op to consider a breast revision.#BA#breastaugmentation#breastaugmentationhealing#BAhealing

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

Right now, you are very early on in the
post op recovery period. It will take 3-6 months for you to feel comfortable
having implants in your body and for them to settle. This time allows for you
to physically and psychologically adapt to your new body image. There are many
variables that contribute to a breast augmentation's final result. Preop size
and shape, IMF location, location of the implants and type of implant. Patients
heal at different rates and each breast will sometimes heal at a different
rate. Rest, relax, recover and heal. Please Express your concerns to your surgeon so
he/she can examine you. Then reassess final result at 6 months.

The best way to assess and give true
advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic
surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

It is difficult to comment on your result without seeing your preop photos. You are still very early postop and the shape will change over the coming months. I would stay in touch with your PS.

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