It can take 3-6 months to reach a final result. The initial period of "fluffing" will occur in the first 4-6 weeks, during which the implants settle as soft tissue stretches to accommodate the added volume.

I discourage patients from passing judgments in the early postoperative period. While you have likely past the point of "fluffing", there are still changes expected as you continue to heal.

As always, discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).

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They will slowly descend. Always wear a bra. Generally, over the muscle is not desirable placement. What is fluffing? This is not a medical term or a described term of resolution, but some Internet term--forget it.

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In my experience, it can take up to 6 months for the breasts to settle. Good luck.

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We would need to see you to determine what the outcome is and will be. You should discuss with your surgeon.

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If you are nine weeks postoperative, then I think you are probably done settling. But there will be the effects of gravity over the years as you go forward.

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I usually tell my patients it takes 3 to 4 months for implants to settle but even between 4 months and a year, there will be some additional changes...they may drop a bit more and they will get softer. If you have tubular breasts, the process may take a bit longer.

Paul Wigoda, MD

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Hello, and thank you for this question. More than likely the majority of your settling and dropping of the implants has occurred at this point. I would recommend you get a followup examination from your physician including a physical examination should you have any additional concerns at this time.
Best of luck.

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Consult with your physician first of all. I tell my patients, particularly with challenging cases like tubular deformity, that your breasts are going to go through changes over the first six months. I also tell my tubular deformity patients that they may need a secondary procedure to make the breasts more symmetric and to do minor corrections

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Final results are often at 3 months.
You still have a few weeks before final healing
Best wishes

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Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately, without an examination, online consultants would not be able to give you good, accurate information regarding your implants settling.
Best to visit with your surgeon so that he/ she can give you the information you are seeking (as he/she knows your history the best).
Best wishes

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Most patients can take anywhere from 2-6 months to stop changing. If you really had tuberous breasts ( a lot of patients are told that but don't really meet the criteria) and your surgeon had to score and shape the breast tissue internally, then it can be on the longer side. Your surgeon, on examination, should be able to guide you with regards to where your recovery is at. I hope this helps.

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Probably 80-90% of final result. In my experience with constricted breast treatment, it generally takes about 6-9 months to see the final result. However this will vary depending on the degree of the constriction as well as the tmrechniwues used (radial relaxing incisions) and the individual's tissue laxity.

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