Uneven breasts 4 months post op. Is this normal? (Photo)

Question

I feel like my left Breast sits high while my right breast is low and round. I'm very happy with how they look in a bra. Is this normal this long after surgery?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

You should adress this question with your chosen surgeon he or she will be your best resource.

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  Although it would have been helpful to see photos of your breasts before surgery, it appears that left breast is more problematic than your right with the nipple sitting too low on the implant.  You need to be seen in person by your operating surgeon to determine what he or she can do, if anything, to correct the asymmetry.  A pocket revision is most likely the necessary step moving forward.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

It can take some patients up to 6 months to completely heal. Wait another couple of months and if you are still unhappy, speak with your surgeon. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

There is some modest asymmetry four months after the operation. It looks as though the left implant may be slightly higher than the right. Still, some adjustment may occur going forward. Point this out to your surgeon.

Robert Frank, MD · Answer

Surprisingly, many times women have subtle differences which end up looking more noticable when the breasts are enlarged. If you had some differences preop, you can expect to see them postop. Good luck.

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Sorry to hear about your asymmetry.  Is the left side harder than the right when you touch it?  Were they different when you first came out of surgery or has the difference gotten worse over time?  I ask these questions because if the left side is harder and the difference has been getting worse, you may have capsular contracture on the left.  If they are soft, then this may be just an implant location issue.  An in person evaluation with your surgeon is necessary at this time to get to the bottom of this and get you better.  Good luck!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for sharing your photographs. I do see your area of concern, and agree that there is some asymmetry between your breasts which appears to be the result of the left implant not settling as much as the right did.  At 4 months it is unlikely that your breasts' appearance will change and if you would like to try and improve the asymmetry a revision would be needed to help lower the left implant.  Voice your concerns with your plastic surgeon so that the appropriate treatment can be sought.

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACS · Answer

You have a mild asymmetry with the fold position or the left breast implant did not settle as much as the right.  Aggressive massage techniques may help but your best option maybe to do nothing or a surgical correction.Best Wishes,Nana Mizuguchi

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question and photos.  It is not uncommon to have asymmetries during this period.  It could take up to 6 month for your implants to fully settle so best give it some time.  It is always best to visit a board-certified plastic surgeon
and have a full evaluation for your concern. Best of luck. Dr. Michael Omidi.

An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic
surgeon is the best way to assess your needs and provide true medical advice.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

its impossible to say if what yo have is normal.  BUT in my practice, my focus is getting the upper poles level since that is what others see, just as you show with your bra on.  But if you're wanting better when undressed as well, more procedures may be needed to accomplish that as I would speculate you started with little breast tissue with nipples not level and that is why you have what you have.

Uneven breasts 4 months post op. Is this normal? (Photo)

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