6 weeks post op normal for breasts to be firm and not dropping much?

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I received 425L 475R silicone unders on sept 27 2013 and my breasts haven't changed that much. They have a little and swelling went down but they haven't dropped as much as others. My surgeon said I had a muscular chest and got a bigger size (starting with Acup) implant so it's normal to take a while to drop. Is this normal? I read all the time it takes some girls 3 -6 months until they drop so I hope I'm not abnormal. I'm just a little concerned because it want them to drop a lot n soften!

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

It is really too soon post-op to assess a final outcome.
 As hard as it is, please be patient and let the swelling resolve and the
implants drop.  Best of luck.

Alfonso Gonzalez Cepeda, MD · Answer

Hello!!! After breast augmentation, I strongly believe that patients should do at least 10 therapuetic ultrasound sesions about 30 minutes each sesion. Then in about 2 - 3 weeks after surgery, I instruct my patients to massage their breasts so they will soften and drop into their position. The massage has to be done at least twice a day for 10 minutes each time. This will help soften the internal breast tissue and scar tissue. It is also very important to have regular checkups to see how the breasts are healing. This is Essential is soft breasts!!! Good luck!!1

David L. Cangello, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.6 weeks is still in
the very early stages of healing. What you have read is quite accurate, 3-6
months. Try to be patient
and follow up closely with your plastic surgeon! Best of luck to you

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

At 6 weeks post breast augmentation, it is a bit early and you should give the implants about 3-4 months to settle.

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

It is difficult to offer specific advice without photos from before surgery and now. All the things your surgeon explained are correct.Patience. Best wishes.

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