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Breast Augmentation Review – Disappointed After 8 Months
UPDATED FROM paovi
10 months post
Breast displacement and extreme pain
3/13/25: The first review was posted approximately two months ago, but I feel it’s important to provide an update on my situation.
I have been experiencing discomfort in my left breast for several months now. Initially, I would feel a sharp pain occasionally, lasting only a few seconds, and it would happen 1-2 times a month. However, I am now experiencing this sharp pain daily, multiple times throughout the day.
Due to this, I am making an appointment with another surgeon because I am becoming increasingly concerned. I have been in tears every day, as I never imagined something like this would happen. The emotional toll has been significant—I am feeling depressed and angry. Now, I am facing the possibility of needing a revision or even removal of my breast implant.
The financial burden and physical stress this surgery has caused me is overwhelming and heartbreaking. I am extremely unhappy with my breast. They have migrated so far apart now and now have caused me extreme pain.
I have been experiencing discomfort in my left breast for several months now. Initially, I would feel a sharp pain occasionally, lasting only a few seconds, and it would happen 1-2 times a month. However, I am now experiencing this sharp pain daily, multiple times throughout the day.
Due to this, I am making an appointment with another surgeon because I am becoming increasingly concerned. I have been in tears every day, as I never imagined something like this would happen. The emotional toll has been significant—I am feeling depressed and angry. Now, I am facing the possibility of needing a revision or even removal of my breast implant.
The financial burden and physical stress this surgery has caused me is overwhelming and heartbreaking. I am extremely unhappy with my breast. They have migrated so far apart now and now have caused me extreme pain.
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Response from Dr. Richards:
I am so sorry that you are having problems with your implants. Implant migration (displacement) to the side and to the bottom (bottoming out) is an infrequent, but known problem with breast augmentation. This migration is caused when your tissues cannot hold the implant weight. It can cause the discomfort you are experiencing. I encourage you to make an appointment to see me as the pocket can be closed off and tightened to correct and prevent further migration.
ORIGINAL POST
Breast Augmentation Review – Disappointed After 8 Months
I had my breast augmentation surgery approximately 8 months ago, and unfortunately, my experience has been far from what I expected. I had been wanting this procedure since I was 15 and finally went ahead with it at 29, thinking it would be a gift to myself. However, I find myself extremely disappointed and upset with the results.
From the beginning, I followed Dr. Richard's aftercare instructions. Despite my adherence to all recommendations, I am now facing significant issues that I can’t ignore. I strongly believe I am experiencing lateral displacement, as my breasts have progressively moved farther apart as they’ve healed. The most uncomfortable part of this is when I’m lying down or bending over. I sleep on my back, and my breasts almost sit on my armpits, which is not only uncomfortable but also frustrating.
In an attempt to alleviate this, I’ve been wearing a tight sports bra every night to try and hold them in place, but it hasn’t helped. I’m a person who normally wears loose-fitting clothing, but now, because of the discomfort and displacement, I can't go a day without some form of support. I’ve been wearing sports bras or tight-fitted shirts since the surgery, and I’ve never had a day where I could go braless (except when I shower).
The worst part is my left breast. It feels like the pocket on that side is too large, and it’s the one causing me the most discomfort when I sleep or bend over. I can actually feel the implant shift and move when I make any kind of motion—something I don’t experience with my right breast, which makes me feel like this issue is not normal. Additionally, there’s a visible wrinkle forming between my breasts that wasn’t there before.
I don’t have the upper fullness I was hoping for. Instead, my breasts appear fuller at the bottom and on the sides, which makes me concerned that they may bottom out in the future. My scar has also moved farther up, making me believe I may be bottoming out.
I have provided several pictures to show my concerns on Realself.com, to show my concerns. I’ve saved a significant amount of money for this surgery, and now, 8 months later, I feel worse about my body than before. My self-esteem has dropped significantly, and I can’t even wear certain clothes without feeling insecure, as I’m forced to wear support bras all the time. What was meant to be an empowering experience has, sadly, turned into one of regret.
I feel like I deserve better for the money and emotional investment I put into this procedure. I want to be able to enjoy my body and feel confident, but right now, I’m left feeling disheartened and frustrated. This is my first cosmetic surgery and I strongly believe it's important to share my experience. I am now looking into revision surgery in the future.
From the beginning, I followed Dr. Richard's aftercare instructions. Despite my adherence to all recommendations, I am now facing significant issues that I can’t ignore. I strongly believe I am experiencing lateral displacement, as my breasts have progressively moved farther apart as they’ve healed. The most uncomfortable part of this is when I’m lying down or bending over. I sleep on my back, and my breasts almost sit on my armpits, which is not only uncomfortable but also frustrating.
In an attempt to alleviate this, I’ve been wearing a tight sports bra every night to try and hold them in place, but it hasn’t helped. I’m a person who normally wears loose-fitting clothing, but now, because of the discomfort and displacement, I can't go a day without some form of support. I’ve been wearing sports bras or tight-fitted shirts since the surgery, and I’ve never had a day where I could go braless (except when I shower).
The worst part is my left breast. It feels like the pocket on that side is too large, and it’s the one causing me the most discomfort when I sleep or bend over. I can actually feel the implant shift and move when I make any kind of motion—something I don’t experience with my right breast, which makes me feel like this issue is not normal. Additionally, there’s a visible wrinkle forming between my breasts that wasn’t there before.
I don’t have the upper fullness I was hoping for. Instead, my breasts appear fuller at the bottom and on the sides, which makes me concerned that they may bottom out in the future. My scar has also moved farther up, making me believe I may be bottoming out.
I have provided several pictures to show my concerns on Realself.com, to show my concerns. I’ve saved a significant amount of money for this surgery, and now, 8 months later, I feel worse about my body than before. My self-esteem has dropped significantly, and I can’t even wear certain clothes without feeling insecure, as I’m forced to wear support bras all the time. What was meant to be an empowering experience has, sadly, turned into one of regret.
I feel like I deserve better for the money and emotional investment I put into this procedure. I want to be able to enjoy my body and feel confident, but right now, I’m left feeling disheartened and frustrated. This is my first cosmetic surgery and I strongly believe it's important to share my experience. I am now looking into revision surgery in the future.
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