Do I have tubular breasts? Are they just small? (Photo)
August 2, 2022
Asked By:Sensible336857 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
My breasts have been a insecurity of mine, as they have always looked pointy and unflattering to me. I’m 19 and they still have no volume from the bottom, sides, and top. I wear a 34B, but sometimes I still have a gap on the top. They haven’t changed in 5 years and I don’t know what I should do. Do I have tubular breasts? Are they just small? Is this something that could or should be fixed? (I’m worried about long term implications of breast surgeries).
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I think to truly answer your question would involve an in person consultation. While an implant will absolutely give you more upper pole fullness, it is my opinion that you would need a mastopexy procedure in addition to obtain the optimal result. This would involve resection of a small amount...
At 8 months post op most patients have returned to their normal activities and do not experience soreness. The symptoms you describe may be related to the size of the implants and the weight pulling on the breast. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
At almost 3 months you are only about 75 percent settled , healed, soft, shaped, dropped and fluffed. It takes minimum 9 to 12 months to fully settle and no revision should ever be considered before 6 months. Be patient. Stay in touch with your surgeon for reassurance. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board...