The doctor I went to in 2023 for a breast implant revision (went from 350cc to 600) said that I needed to wait until they settle because they seemed uneven to me 6 months post op. I waited til about a year, maybe year and few months and still I see they are uneven. I had some Health issues last year, unrelated, but had to put the follow up on hold but I did send his secretary an email (she and I conversed a ton via email and text prior to surgery) and Got no reply. When I called and looked the doctor up it seems like he retired and closed his office. What can I do no, if anything? Even after settling they are uneven. Thank you! I am also concerned with the parts under the breast sort of where you seem to be able to see the implant?
May 1, 2025
Answer: Breast Augmentation Revision The waterfall deformity happens when breast tissue begins to descend from the implant to a different level than the device. Not uncommon with implants over 300cc depending on your anatomy and measurements as well as weight fluctuations. I see this commonly in patient who have had those characteristics and are typically 10-15 years out from surgery. Typically after 1 year as you mentioned, not much further change is going to occur, but if you are at a goal and stable weight and otherwise back to baseline health, a surgical revision can address your issues. A breast fold reset is usually advised which involves internal bra support with Galaflex Mesh, implant exchange, internal lift with capsule revision as well as an excision of excess skin. Thanks for asking a helpful question for people to learn from!
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May 1, 2025
Answer: Breast Augmentation Revision The waterfall deformity happens when breast tissue begins to descend from the implant to a different level than the device. Not uncommon with implants over 300cc depending on your anatomy and measurements as well as weight fluctuations. I see this commonly in patient who have had those characteristics and are typically 10-15 years out from surgery. Typically after 1 year as you mentioned, not much further change is going to occur, but if you are at a goal and stable weight and otherwise back to baseline health, a surgical revision can address your issues. A breast fold reset is usually advised which involves internal bra support with Galaflex Mesh, implant exchange, internal lift with capsule revision as well as an excision of excess skin. Thanks for asking a helpful question for people to learn from!
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April 24, 2025
Answer: Breast implant revision Thank you for your question. I have been in practice for over 30 years and revision breast surgery is a large portion of my practice. I have seen your problem many times in my career. In an attempt to avoid performing a lift, your doctor placed the implant pocket to low and violated the inframammary ligament. It is a very straightforward fix, however you will need a internal bra-capsulorrhaphy as well as a lift-mastopexy. You should be able to have an excellent result without a double bubble. Best wishes to you.
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April 24, 2025
Answer: Breast implant revision Thank you for your question. I have been in practice for over 30 years and revision breast surgery is a large portion of my practice. I have seen your problem many times in my career. In an attempt to avoid performing a lift, your doctor placed the implant pocket to low and violated the inframammary ligament. It is a very straightforward fix, however you will need a internal bra-capsulorrhaphy as well as a lift-mastopexy. You should be able to have an excellent result without a double bubble. Best wishes to you.
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