How long will it take the implants to soften and settle?
This depends on the characteristics of your breasts. Most of the major swelling will resolve with the first 6-8 weeks and the implants will be in good position. However, this is true in those women with soft and slightly loose skin. In patients with small breasts and tight skin, it often takes 3-6 months for the tissues to relax and for the breast implants to settle. We have seen, in some very tight breasts, the implants take 9-12 months to fully settle. To illustrate this point, please see breast augmentation recovery photos.
