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How much do breast implants cost? 15 answers

I would like to get breast implants but before i do i would like to know about breast augmentation prices.  How much do breast implants cost?

How to choose breast implant size? 36 answers

I'm worried that if I get breast implants my A cups with too large implants will give me a top heavy look (my friend calls it the stripper look!)...

How long do breast implants last? When should you replace them? 33 answers

I have had breast implants for 14 years and I am now developing a large rash under my left breast, and it hurts and I feel alot of air pockets. One...

Is Sheyla Hershey, biggest breast implants in the world, in danger? 7 answers

Our blog reported on model Sheyla Hershey's latest surgery to go to the extremely large size 38KKK. Because safety standards actually exist in the US...

Do you lose 50 cc's with behind the muscle silicone implant placement? 21 answers

I am getting silicone breast implants on Friday and am really scared of going too big. I am currently a "B"; I want to be a "C". I...

Pain, swelling, nipple sensitivity after breast augmentation surgery 18 answers

I am 61 years old, and I had small C cup breast implants placed 3 weeks ago. My nipples and the surrounding area are now very sore and feels a very...

Are there any alternatives to breast implants? 11 answers

I am not sure i should get breast implants.  it scares me to get plastic surgery.  i want to know: what are the non-surgical ways to enhance...

How do I choose the best breast implant for me? 9 answers

I dont know whether to go big or medium, saline or silicone, under or over muscle.  help!!!


Which breast implant placement gives a more natural appearance? 22 answers

When getting breast implants, what gives a more natural appearance, going under or over the muscle?

Will high profile implants give "natural-looking" breasts? 15 answers

I am 5'4" 125lbs, 31" ribcage, 34C (wanting atleast a DD) and my breast measures 13cm wide. I told my PS I wanted large, very nice looking...

When does swelling after breast augmentation begin to subside? 23 answers

I had 325cc silicone breast implants 5 days ago. I am 5'1 and 102 pounds. I was hoping to be a C cup, but I am fitting into a D bra. Is this because...

What can I expect during breast augmentation recovery? 4 answers

Considering enhancing my breasts through surgery.  Its been a really hard decision and my biggest worries are about recovery from the surgery...

Will pregnancy ruin my breast implants? 10 answers

I had breast enlargement surgery 15 months ago, I am pregnant again and am wondering if  this will ruin my breast implants? I had...

What do breast implants feel like? 10 answers

Do breast implants feel real? Do they feel hard?

Gummy bear breast implants - how are they different from saline or silicone? 2 answers

What are gummy bear breast implants?  Are they better than silicone breast implants or saline implants?

How do I find the best doctor? 17 answers

Considering breast augmentation.  who does the best quality cosmetic surgery?

Can breast implants be placed to make my breasts look closer together? 10 answers

I have had a breast enlargement here in the UK, small frame and reasonably tall. Used to be 32aa and asked to go up to about a C cup, my surgeon...

Ruptured implant and silicone in lymph node 17 answers

Should ruptured silicone implants in the lymph nodes be removed as soon as possible? Can the implants be replaced? Some doctors say the silicone isn't...

How can the pain and recovery time after getting breast implants be minimized? 13 answers

Some women have said the pain of getting implants is extreme and others say it is only mild. Why is there a difference? Are some doctors using a...

Can Restylane injections add volume to my breasts? 3 answers

I’ve read about fat injections to get bigger breasts, but what about using Restylane?

Breast implants - do they cause loss of sensation? 14 answers

I am 34 and thinking about getting breast implants mostly to even out my chest (one breast is a C-cup, the other is a B-cup).  I want my breasts...

Options for reducing breast implant size? 14 answers

I had a breast lift and breast augmentation w/ 375cc implants. I was originally a saggy B but now (7 days post-op) I am mortified at how big they look...

Lump after breast augmentation with saline implants 19 answers

I had saline breast implants about 9 months ago. On my left breast, there is a lump that feels like a water bubble. Is this normal? What could this be?

Is it safe to wear an underwire bra if I have breast implants? 5 answers

I have have saline implants for nearly 1yr. Is it ok to wear underwire bras at this point? Just recently I am finding it painful ...obviously,if it...

How long do breast implants last? 11 answers

I have had implants since 1984 and have not had any problems. Should I be concerned because of the length of time?

Silicone vs. Saline: Implant Replacement after Capsular Contracture 9 answers

I'm 28, and I have 425cc Saline breast implants with a capsular contracture ("CC") on my right side. It's severe and painful, and will need...

Signs of capsular contracture after breast augmentation? 4 answers

My breast implants are now 10 years old and stick out more.  They feel somewhat harder, but is this the implant or capsular contracture? ...

Do breast implants cause stretch marks? 27 answers

Do breast implants cause stretch marks because of the skin stretching?  Is there any way to tell ahead of time if you are likely to have stretch...

Will my asymmetric breasts from Breast Implants even out eventually? 9 answers

I recently had silicone breast implants about 7 weeks ago. I have the left breast which is fuller more side cleavage and the nipple is higher than on...

Breast implants - what are my options for implant placement? 14 answers

I know there are lots of different ways breast implants can be...implanted...by the surgeon, but how do you decide what's the best way to place the...

Is it common to combine breast augmentation with tummy tuck surgery? 3 answers

I'm 45 yrs. old, and I'd like to have breast augmentation and a tummy tuck procedure done at the same time.  Are these surgeries a good...

Breast augmentation for athletic build - above the muscle? 15 answers

I'm a competitive bodybuilder and powerlifter and I'm looking to have saline implants placed above the muscle. I'm currently a 34 A and would like to...

Should I wait for new breast implant technology? 22 answers

Plan to have breast implants surgery for this year but want to make sure some new breast implant technology isn't just around the corner. ...

How can you tell if your breast implants bottom out? 8 answers

Dear Doctors, I've had a slight concern about my nipple and whether it sits slightly high on my breast mound. It has been 6 months post op. I'd like...

What is the maximum size implant that can be placed safely behind the muscle for silicone memory gel? 18 answers

What is the maximum size implant that can be placed safely behind the muscle for silicone memory gel? Also I know that a cc is a cc but in saline...

Stop breast feeding before I can get breast implants? 10 answers

I have 6 children the youngest being a year and I am breastfeeding her as well. I'm sure you know after so many children, the breasts just end up...

Uneven nipples after Breast Augmentation and Lift 9 answers

I recently had breast liftand implants (200 cc, 1 cup size bigger, age 26 no kids) 2 weeks ago, and my nipples look like something out of a child's...

Getting smaller implants - 700cc to 500cc feasible? 18 answers

Hi. Four years ago I made the stupid choice of getting 700cc (Round smooth silicone, high profile, 14.4 x 6.2cm)breast implants. I am a tall girl,...

When will Macrolane be available in the US? 2 answers

Does anyone know if/when Macrolane will be available for breast enlargement in the US?

Breast implants - Should I have waited until I was done breastfeeding? 6 answers

I had silicone implants under the muscle in 1989.  They were great... Got them after one child.  Now, 18 years later and breastfeeding 3...

Breast augmentation - Am I experiencing a bottoming out or double bubble effect? 8 answers

I am four months post op from breast augmentation. I am able to feel the entire bottom of breast implant at the crease of my breasts. I am scared that...

Saline breast implants - Palpable nodule on breast normal 9 weeks post-op? 4 answers

I'm 9 weeks post-op after my saline breast implants. I noticed a nodule like projection on the lower pole of one breast which felt exactly like...

Will high profile breast implants give me cleavage and roundness? 9 answers

I  have had one surgey already in jan this year to fix my breasts that were differant sizes my first augmentation was 2 lowprofile implants 350cc...

Does breast lift require augmentation afterwards? 15 answers

I want to get a breast lift.  In my first consultation with a cosmetic surgeon he said my breast may lose 15% of volume because of skin removed....

Techniques for settling new breast implants? 13 answers

I'm 4 weeks post breast augmentation surgery, and my surgeon wants me to sleep with a workout bra pulled up above my breasts to help push them down...

Can I increase the size of my existing saline breast implants? 9 answers

I have had Saline implants for about 4 to 5 years now. I had a baby about 3 months ago. I dont know why but it feels like my breasts have gotten...

Is this much pain post-breast lift and augmentation normal? 8 answers

I had a breast lift and augmentation 2 weeks ago under the muscles. On one side, I am having a searing, burning pain in 2 different places. I know...

Breast Uneven and very depressing 5 answers

Ok i had uneven breast b4 i got my BA my left was smaller so my PS put 40cc extra in it.. he told me in my preop that it would be aobut 15-20cc.. then...

Inamed moderate profile implants vs Mentor moderate plus profile implants 9 answers

I recently had my breast augmentation using an Inamed moderate profile, but I was just wondering, would I have the same look if I the Mentor's...

What if I don't like my new breast implants? 16 answers

I am seriously considering a breast augmentation, but what if I don't like the way the implants look after surgery?  Can the breast implants be...

What should I do when my breast implants appear to be getting smaller? 10 answers

I had breast implants a year ago, and recently, I have noticed them getting smaller. What should I do or what could be causing this?

Breast Implants and Breast Lift after pregnancy 13 answers

How long after pregnancy should I wait before I can get breast implants and undergo breast lift?

Is an underwire bra required after getting breast implants? 10 answers

Do I have to wear an underwire bra with implants? I don't find them comfortable.

Breast implants for petite women 2 answers

My frame is only really small, 26inch around my rib cage, 5'5'' and 7 stone (98 lbs). I want to go to a good 32 c cup. I've been told to have 270cc...

Breast settling after breast augmentation 8 answers

I had breast augmentation done 4 months ago. In addition to my right breast now sitting approximately a half inch higher than my left breast, and...

Breast implant exchange - Replacing cohesive gel anatomical with moderate round silicone 3 answers

I currently have the Natrelle style 410 cohesive gel, form stable implants. They are 280 grams, have a diameter of 12cm, and a projection of 4.4cms. ...


Should breast implants be placed under or over the muscle? 4 answers

My friend went under the breast muscle w/ her implants...but now it looks rippling on the bottom.  During consultation with a respected plastic...


Uneven results from Breast Implants 8 answers

I am a week out of breast augmentation. I received 250cc saline smooth implants under the muscle. And ever since day two, I’ve noticed the left...

Saline Breast implant reduction 13 answers

I have Mentor saline implants filled to 375 CC, the procedure done in 2004. I have been quite happy with my breasts and the implants, but lately, as I...

Leaking around breast implant incision 5 answers

I had breast augmentation on June 25, lots of pain from the beginning, no fever, redness or ternderness although I never had total pain relief at...

How should I deal with infection after breast augmentation surgery? 3 answers

I had breast implants done on October 4th. I had a suture from inside try to come through and the nurse pulled it out and trimmed it. Ever since then...

Can breast implant exchange lead to tissue damage or over-stretched skin? 13 answers

I had 500 grams silicone high profile implants place about 3 months ago. They feel a little too big and firm. I would like to downgrade them to maybe...

Can I get a natural breast enhancement with fat injections? 4 answers

I heard about a natural breast enhancement in Europe where they grow your own fat cells in a lab and enlarge your breasts with your own fat cells, for...

How can I get rid of bad scars from breast augmentation? 5 answers

I did a breast aumentation. The doctor did a very bad job! I regret every single minute that I went to him. The damage is done. Is anything that I can...

Signs that breast implants are encapsulated? 14 answers

I've had saline implants for a year now. I kept telling my doctor that it felt as if the left one had never even "set in" and that both...

Is swelling and tightness after breast augmentation normal? 18 answers

I had breast implants put in 7 days ago. My breasts have become more swollen over the last three days and feel very hard; no pain, just tightness,...

Signs of leaking breast implants 5 answers

I've had my breast implants for about 4 years.  When I lie down my implants sometimes feel like a misshapen, hard lump.  I can also feel the...

Can I get a normal mammogram after breast implants? 6 answers

I have breast implants and am wondering if there are different mamography procedures or if a standard mamography would suffice? Can anyone advise?

Are there natural alternatives to breast implants? 2 answers

I fear implants - stories about leaking and hardening scare me away from them. The news today talked about breast enlargement from stem cells and fat...

Silicone vs. Saline - Which type of breast implant is healthier? 4 answers

Which type of breast implants are healthier - silicone or saline?

Can vigorous activity lead to an increased risk of saline implant rupture? 4 answers

I've come across articles and Q&A's forums which cited that one of the risks of saline breast implants is rupture or leakage attributed to...

Hard breast implants 9 answers

I had silicone breast implants inserted 4 years ago, and they have always been just fine, but now they are getting hard. I am worried that something...

Breast Augmentation a year post-Breast Lift? 11 answers

I had a Breast Lift over a year ago while my husband was in Iraq, and was told I won't need a Breast Augmentation. I was a 36DD and am now a 36D, and...

Tightness and discomfort after Breast Augmentation 19 answers

I am 24 days post breast augmentation with mastopexy for the left breast. When I bend down, I still feel pressure or discomfort. Is this normal and...

Is the Brava breast enhancement system a scam? 8 answers

I am wondering about this alternative to breast implants called brava. Their web site says that it works by creating tension on the breast to get more...

Breast feeding with breast implants - is it possible? What are the risks? 4 answers

After years of trying, my husband and I just found out that we are about to have our first child.  I am ecstatic, but I am very worried that the...

Natrelle saline-filled implants with texture 2 answers

I was to get saline implants without the texture. Today when I went to doctor he said he put in natrell textured saline implants and I specifically...

Seroma treatment with a pill? 6 answers

I had cosmetic surgery a couple of weeks ago, and I have some blood/fluid build up (a seroma I think?). I already had the fluid drained once at my...

Will 200 cc's make a difference in cup size? 12 answers

I currently have 650cc's Saline high profile implants. I am 5'3 and weigh 120lbs. I would like to replace with 800 high profile Saline implant filled...

Do breast implants cause cancer? 6 answers

Will breast implants cause breast cancer? I am planning to go for breast implants. After breast feeding, my breast is flat. However, I am concerned...

Is my implant bottoming out? 8 answers

I had breast augmentation done almost a year ago, and my left breast has always had the incision above my crease. It seems too low and outward. Is my...

Breast implants financing still available? 8 answers

Need to finance breast implant surgery if it is going to happen any time soon.... with economic problems with banks, are doctors seeing more patients...

Subpectoral breast implant removal: What happens to the muscle that was cut? 6 answers

I have read questions regarding breast augmentation and if you are unhappy with the results, you can always take them out. Of course, doctors warn the...

Staph infection in the breasts? 8 answers

I underwent Breast Augmentation a year ago. I was fine until i fell backwards while walking. My left breast swelled up, and it felt hot and painful. I...

How do I find the right size for breast augmentation? 8 answers

I am 1.51m tall and am 28 years old. My current bra size is A. I would like to go for breast implants but would like to know if a full C cup would...

Surgery for silicone breast implant complication? 17 answers

I had Silicone Breast Implants 6 months ago, and everything was okay until ten days ago. I felt pain like electric shocks in my left breast, and when...

Is over the muscle breast implant placement best for me? 19 answers

I had 2 more consultations for breast augmentation today, and now I'm even more confused. I'm a 36C (deflated C) and do have a small amount of sagging...

How long after breast-feeding can I get breast implants? 12 answers

I am a 24 mother of two. I stopped breastfeeding my one-year-old child when he was 3 months old (over 9 months ago). My breasts have reached their...

Saline breast implant size advice 14 answers

I am going in for a pre-op appointment next week for a breast augmentation. I am currently a small B cup and would like to be a full C cup. I am 5'5...

Breast swelling after running - have silicone implants 13 answers

After I run my left breast swells and gets painfull for a few days. Should I worry? I am 2 and half months post surgery I had a 285cc silicone implant...

Breast Implants safe with history of Breast Cancer? 9 answers

My sister had breast cancer a number of years ago. She's thankfully clear now, but needless to say there is a history of breast cancer in my family....

Can under the muscle implants be moved to over? 4 answers

I am 5'8" in height and weighing 138 lbs. I'm in good shape--I jog, do push ups, and light weights. I've nursed 3 children for the last 5 years....

Would Breast Augumentation the second time around be more painful? 14 answers

If you have had augumentation in the past and had them out. Would having the surgery again to put them back in be as painful. Even if it is done under...

How do I find a trustworthy doctor for breast explantation? 15 answers

I need to get an explantation, but don't have any idea how to find a surgeon. How do I find a trustworthy doctor to do the procedure? My GP couldn't...

What's the best Breast Implant for uneven and saggy breast? 14 answers

I am almost 59 years old, 5'7", weight 140.  Fairly good figure, just saggy, with small, uneven breasts. I would like to look good...

Are Mentor breast implants the best? 3 answers

The only brand of breast implants I've heard of are Mentor.  Are these the best kind of breast implants to get and do lots of surgeons recommend...


Weight lifting help breast shape? 1 answer

Can you reshape your own breasts through weight lifting vs. getting implants?

Will breast implant surgery have a negative effect on pregnancy? 6 answers

I want to have breast implants done to correct my uneven breasts. My husband and i were also planning on having another baby in about 6 months. Can i...

Breast augmentation redo? 5 answers

I had a breast augmentation 4 years ago after the birth of my second child. Thanks to weight gain, breast feeding and weight loss. I went from a B cup...

I'm 50 - am I too old for breast implants? 14 answers

I'm turning 50 this year, still in good shape but feeling gravity all over! Can I still have breast implant surgery and what would reasonable...

US doctors skilled or training for Macrolane Breast Injections? 3 answers

Are there any doctors skilled or being trained to perform Macrolane breast injections in the USA right now? Any info at all will be helpful? Thanks!

Is under the muscle Breast Augmentation an option if I have tight pectorals? 14 answers

I'd like to enhance my breasts and am looking at the options.  I am a fitness competitor and trainer and I worry about the effects of under the...

Tummy Tuck through incision under the breasts? 16 answers

I have no stretch marks and I have fairly tight skin.  I have very severe diastasis. I'll be having a breast augmentation, and was wondering, is...

Breast augmentation considerations for a 50 year old 13 answers

I am considering getting a small breast augmentation but I am 50 years old. Are there any concerns in doing this at my age?

Is 600-650cc Breast Implant too big for me? 5 answers

After having my baby 2 years ago, my body changed. I am now at 165 lbs and 6 months ago, I had 400 cc saline implants placed under the muscle. I...

Numbness after breast augmentation 9 answers

I've had my implants for 1 year and 8 months. I have 350cc's saline under the muscle, put through the areola. I still have a lot of numbness and both...

Breast augmentation with minimal natural breast tissue? 13 answers

My fiance is Asian and has little or no breast tissue. She wears a bra that is essentially all foam, as there is no need to wear one. She is very...

Breast augmentation through the belly button? 8 answers

I have seen this procedure on television, but with the consultations I've had with doctors, no one really seems to want to do it. Is there a reason...

After breast implant surgery will I have visible scars? 3 answers

I want larger breasts but I'm afraid that the scars will be obvious when I wear a swimsuit. Where and how big would the scars be if I got breast...

Removing scar tissue from Breast Implant surgery 8 answers

I have scar tissue on my right implant which leaves no cleavage on that side. How is scar tissue removed?

Removing scar below crease after breast augmentation? 6 answers

I had a breast augmentation surgery nearly a year ago; in general, I am happy I did it, although there are things I would change now (e.g. I would...

Breast implants leak due to sleeping position 14 answers

I am a stomach sleeper. My breast seem to be getting smaller over time by their look and bra size. Also over time, the rippling is becoming more...

How soon after Breast Augmentation can I have my implants removed? 15 answers

I just had breast augmentation and cresent lift a week ago (1/22/09) and I hate the results. I was a 38B and received 40CC cohesive gel. I am having...

Breast augmentation - Should I get breast implants if I plan on getting pregnant later? 6 answers

Is it recomended to have breast implants before having a child? how will the breast look after breast feeding? i just want my breast perky but very...

Singulair for Capsular Contracture prevention? 8 answers

I had Breast Augmentation on Feb. 13 and and took 17 days off of work and have had strap for 10 days (since I went back to work). Still, the right...

Will 450 cc's silicone implants make a B cup to a D cup? 3 answers

I am 135 lbs, 5'7" tall. I was told that 450cc's in each breast will bring me from a B to a D. Is this correct?

Does breast implant manufacturer matter? 8 answers

One breast augmentation consultation had a surgeon talking up mentor implants. Another was suggesting Natrelle implants.  I read both mentor and...

How much do surgeries cost in Edmonton? 1 answer

How much do breast implant, lip enhancement, and rhinoplasty surgeries each cost in the Edmonton region? I am very interested because I am planning on...

Is macrolane a viable alternative to moderate breast augmentation surgery? 2 answers

I visited a web site that a doctor shows breast enhancement w/out surgery.  He says 'Macrolane is the first hyaluronic acid product developed to...

Which breast implant size and placement is ideal for me? 14 answers

I'm 40 years old, 155 lbs, 5'8" tall, currently an A cup, and I want to go to a full C or small D with silicone implants. Which size and implant...

Choosing the right Breast Implant size 9 answers

What size implant would be right for me? I'm 5'3" 105 lbs. I have A's right now I've thought about a full B  or a little C.

What side effects are normal after breast augmentation? 3 answers

I have recently had breast augmentation.on my left breast dropped right away and milk leaked from the insision. The right breast never seemed to drop....

Saline implants sticking out underneath breast 10 answers

I am a week out of breast augmentation. I have 250cc saline smooth implants under the muscle. And ever since day two I have noticed the left breast...

Stem cells for cosmetic treatments 1 answer

How do they get the stem cells that are used for cosmetic skin treatments?  Do they come from the people getting the treatments...are they using...


Will decreased breast implant projection produce significant downsizing results? 12 answers

Prior to my breast augmentation, I was a deflated A cup. At my consultation I told my surgeon that all I wanted was a conservative B cup to replace...

Breast implant replacement with breast lift cost? 3 answers

I have 10-year-old saline breast implants that have become too heavy and started to sag. How much does breast lift and implant replacement usually cost?

Implants for sagging breasts with crepey skin? 9 answers

My breasts are saggy (from massive weight loss) with loose and really unattractive crepe-like appearance. I have lost a lot of weight (about 50 kilos)...

Silicone sheets for Breast Augmentation scars? 13 answers

I am 24 days post breast augmentation with mastopexy for the left breast. Can I now begin to use silicone scar sheets (like neosporin) for my scars?

Will my breast tissues be over-stretched by the time I downsize? 13 answers

My breast implants are way to large for me. I currently have 400cc high profile implants, and I want to downsize to 250cc moderate. My doctor won't...

FAT transfer OR Breast implants that FEEL like the real thing??? 7 answers

Ok,i think i've given up on my hope and quest to enlarge my breasts by fat grafting (unless any of you know a board certified plastic surgeon who can...

Where will I have scars after breast enhancement surgery? 2 answers

I want breast implants, but I don't want obvious scars.  Do I have a choice regarding where the incisions are made?


Can implant exchange increase capsular contracture risk? 10 answers

I have had implants for 7.5 years with no problems that I am aware of! However, they are def larger than is proportional with my frame as my rib cage...

3 most important questions to ask a breast surgeon? 20 answers

 almost personally made the final decision for breast implants.  Just begining search for the right plastic surgeon.  I am worried i'll...

Can fungus or bacteria grow inside a breast implant? 3 answers

I heard a web report of bacterial or fungal growth in a saline implant. Can this happen with mentor silicone breast implants?

What implants should I choose to replace my teardrop implants? 7 answers

I had my first breast augmentation surgery in 2003. I was an A cup before the surgery. I am 5'7", thin build. I wanted to go with a more natural...

Very sensitive nipples after breast augmentation 12 answers

I am 53 years old and had silicone implants 1 month ago. I am having very sensitive nipples, almost to the point of painful. Fabric hurts to touch...

Is a 375cc breast implant a good size for me? 7 answers

Hello, I am a 26 yr old female. I've breastfed 3 children. I went to get a consult from a board cert P.S. and he said I needed overs. I am 120 lbs and...

What causes stretch marks from breast augumentation and how can it be avoided? 3 answers

Although I am very happy with the size and shape of my implants, having gone from a small B to a normal C., I am too embarrased to to ever let them...


Can I replace saline implants with silicone implants through my armpits? 13 answers

I had my saline breast implants 15 years ago.  Can I replace it with silicone implants go through my armpits? I had a consultation with my Dr. He...

When will right implant settle after Breast Augmentation and Lift? 12 answers

I am 3 1/2 months post op from a breast lift and augmentation. My left breast is fabulous but my right one is still very high. I've been massaging but...

Is Cephalexin strong enough to clear infection in Breast Implant? 15 answers

I had Breast Augmentation surgery 8 days ago. I was sent home from the surgery centre with a 5 day prescription of Cephalexin. 2 days after finishing...

Going bigger after breast implant replacement? 5 answers

I recently had my saline breast implants removed about a week ago and had silicone memory gel implants in. I didn’t have the cc information, for...

Are my Breast Implants too big? 4 answers

Hello.  I had a breast augmentation 3 weeks ago.  I barely fit a 34A bra (left one was very small). Only tissues on the side and no middle...

If you get breast implants removed, is a lift going to be enough? 11 answers

...or would i need to get smaller implants? I was going to just have a breast lift but instead had breast implants put in also about 5 years ago, and...

Possible to have soft and bouncy breasts from implants? 12 answers

Is it possible to have breast implants that feel soft and bouncy, like real breasts? I want them larger, but not if they are going to be too firm or...

How can I achieve celebrity Breast Augmentation results? 15 answers

I have the same pre-operative breast size and body size as the actress Carmen Electra. Is it possible for me to achieve celebrity breast augmentation...

Do implants move or change shape after pregnancy? 13 answers

I had breast augmentation, under the muscle, using saline smooth shelled implants 8 years ago. I had a child three years ago and my implants are now...

How long should tissue expanders be in place? 5 answers

I had bi-lateral mastectomy and am in reconstruction now with tissue expanders. I heard the muscle contracts down and makes them smaller in the end. ...

Should I go for 350cc or 375cc round moderate plus implants? 6 answers

I'm a fitness competitor and carry a good bit of muscle. Should I go with 350cc or 375cc round moderate plus silicone implants? I want to be a good C,...

Breast implants - How long should they last? 2 answers

I read a on this site where someone said they had to get their implants re-done 20-some years later.  I thought that getting breast implants was...

Should I avoid getting breast implants due to my family history of breast cancer? 6 answers

I am in my 50's and my breasts are "sagging". I do not want the scarring associated with a lift. Is there a problem with getting either a...

Possible to get lift and implants but maintain breast size? 19 answers

I am 23 years old and a 36DD. I had my daughter 6 months ago. My breasts are sagging, but not too bad. I am wanting to get a lift and implants and...

When do breast implants fall into place? 4 answers

I just came back from my 1 week check up, and my breast implants have not yet dropped. They are so high that they are not even covering my regular...

What is the average "life" of a breast implant? 12 answers

What is the procedure for replacing implants? I have had my saline implants for over 15 yrs. How long is the expected time period before you need to...

Link between fibromyalgia and saline breast implants? 10 answers

I'm 38 years old.  Started suffering from lots of aches and fatigue few years after my breast augmentation with saline implants. There is a Dr....


Round moderate vs high profile implants 6 answers

I am an extremely small chested athletic type person getting a breast augmentation. I was told by my plastic surgeon that high profile would be the...


Breast size after augmentation? 10 answers

I am 25 years old, 5'6" tall, and 144 lbs. I am currently a  B cup and I am getting 400cc Mentor Gel implants (moderate profile) in about a...

How can I improve or prevent tenting after Breast Augmentation? 7 answers

I had breast augmentation surgery 2.5 weeks and have mild tenting. Can I do anything pro-active to heal it or prevent further stretching?

Mentor memeroy gel moderate plus profile give me a more natural softer breast? 6 answers

I am looking into having BA revision. I have done a lot of research on the net and currently have 365cc round high profile cohesive gel implants...

Breast implants that do not settle 2 answers

I had breast implants revision 9 months ago. After having silcone implants for 20 years, I decided to go with saline. My surgeon suggested to put the...

Breast aug scar is a few inches above the fold line - is this a mistake? 9 answers

Is it common to have a breast augmentation scar one and half inches above the breast fold line? Or are most incisions right on the fold line? Did the...

Should I pay for breast augmentation redo? 8 answers

I had breast augmentation approximately 3 months ago to correct asymmetry. The breast are still noticeably different in size by more than 30 CCs. 300...

What to do with bad results from Breast Implants? 16 answers

I am a year and a half years post-op. I recently went to my surgeon and found out that my implants have bottomed out. My scars are keloided and about...

How can I prevent capsular contracture? 3 answers

I currently have Capsular Contracture...I am planning to have it surgically removed. What can I do to prevent this from happening again?  Does...

Shorter recovery time due to fitness level? 7 answers

I'm a 42-year old personal trainer who lifts weights heavily and on a regular basis. I've given birth to and nursed four wonderful children- the...

Are "gummy bear" implants approved by the FDA? 8 answers

Further, what is the difference between the silicone gel and the "gummy bear," if any?

Volume difference in Breast Implant Exchange 7 answers

I currently have saline implants overfilled to approx 510ccs. I'm having them exchanged out for the memory gel (9 years later). I want to go a little...

Symmastia after Breast Augmentation 7 answers

I had breast augmentation in 2006. My surgeon quickly noticed that I had symmastia and had told me that it was no big deal and it should improve over...

Anticipated size not achieved after breast augmentation 7 answers

I had breast augmentation surgery last Tuesday. I was a 34 A and wished to be a C or D cup. My consultant advised me that it was achievable, and I...

Recommended cup size for my frame? 8 answers

I am 5'7" 110 pounds and SKINNY!! I am currently wearing a 32 AA. I recently met with a plastic surgeon and I want a small C. He said I could go...

Big pocket under arm after breast augmentation 10 answers

I have Saline implants under the muscle and my right implant has always been a little off to the right. If I flex my chest muscles, my right implant...

Where can I find more affordable Breast Augmentation? 6 answers

I had a partial hysterectomy 11 months ago and due to hormonal changes and no longer taking birth control, my breast size has gotten so much smaller....

Removing breast implants 6 answers

What is your opinion on women wanting their breast implants removed due to illness? Why don't doctors mention this procedure to women wanting their...

Can you have implants after a breast reduction and lift? 14 answers

My breast are heavy and have been so since my early teens. I plan to have a redution with a lift. But I never see any before/afters that I like. The...


Can I have breast augmentation re-do this early? 6 answers

I have decided to trade my 400hp for 175cc (right) and 200cc (left) to get a nice B. I received my breast implants a month ago. I have my re-do...

Over the muscle implant placement after radiation therapy? 12 answers

I have had a bilateral mastectomy. I have under the muscle silicone implants. I had radiation treatment on the right breast and the implant is...

Odd-shaped breasts after augmentation 5 answers

I just had breast implants 6 weeks ago and I'm starting to feel a little discouraged. Since augmentation my breasts have an odd shape. They're kind of...

Does breast feeding change breast size? 6 answers

I got breast implants a year ago and unexpectedly became pregnant 4 months later. Now, I have G cups and I'm still one month away from giving birth....


How long do I have to wait to downsize my implants? 18 answers

My doctor told me 3 months because otherwise I could have significant bleeding. Is this true?

Easy to add more saline to the implants? 13 answers

I have had my saline implants for nearly 2 weeks. I feel like one implant is bigger than the other (fuller). Is it easy for my doctor to go back in...

Going bigger after first Breast Augmentation 9 answers

I just got Saline breast implants 16 days ago. I am 24 years old, 5'1 in height and weighs 100 lbs. Before, I was about a 34A but could fit into a 32B...

What are the risks of Breast Augmentation for people prone to keloids? 12 answers

I have keloid-prone skin and would like to have implants. Are there chances of hardening of breasts or having breast higher than normal? Do people who...

What size is right for breast augmentation? 4 answers

I am booked for breast augmentation  i am a size 38a and the doctor has said he will give me 290cc is that a good size for me? Editor Note: Also...

Post breast augmentation surgery: itching and fluid 2 answers

Hello, I am 17 days post op breast augmentation.My left breast is still a little harder than the right. My PS performed a forful squeeze on my l...

Uneven breasts from breast augmentation edema? 7 answers

I had a breast augmentation 3 weeks ago. The right breast had an edema from day one and the swelling was big. Now it has gone down a bit, but still...

Can someone please give me advice on what happened to my breast? 9 answers

I had a breast augmentation in June of last year. Everything looked great until after a car accident recently. The damage to my car was over $5,000....

Do I have to stop smoking before breast implants? 2 answers

I am 25 yrs old and a mother to 3 beautiful children. I have breatsfeed all three of them and currently stopped about 2 to 3 weeks ago with my...

What is the cc and cup size... 10 answers

After a surgery with 280 grams  with diameter 116mm, 34B I am 5 "2, 52 kg. Thanks

How long before Memory gel implants feel natural? 4 answers

It's been three weeks since my memory gel implant. Is it normal for my breasts to still feel firm and tighten when cold? It feels really hard when I...


Breast Augmentation concerns for patients with Ulcerative Colitis 11 answers

I am having my Breast Augmentation done on Feb 11th but one thing still concerns me. I can't seem to find anyone else with my condition.  I have...

Breast implants - greater risk of cancer? 6 answers

Do breast implants have any bearing on breast cancer risk?

Bad capsular contraction require waiting for breast tissue regrowth? 10 answers

I have very bad capsular contraction with 410CC implants (I had 3 surgeries and went larger - overfilled due to rippling). The Dr. said he needed to...

Will a Rodial breast augmentation last forever? 3 answers

What I would like to know is do you have to keep using it to maintain fuller breasts or does it last forever?

Can inframammary fold be sutured to fit smaller implant? 12 answers

If my natural inframammary fold was lowered and the sides of my breasts where made wider to fit the diameter of my 500 gram implants, can they be...

What should I look for in breast augmentation before and after photos? 15 answers

I'm in the process of deciding whether or not to have breast implants, and I'm looking at all of these breast implants before and after photos- can I...

Spiral flap vs. breast implants? 10 answers

More magazine has an story: "New help for 'pancake' breasts, which states women with deflated breasts after pregnancy or weight losss can get an...

Large bump after breast implants 7 answers

I had breast implants and on the left one, there is now a bump, rather large, about 1 inch around that sticks up like a second nipple. I was thinking...

What are symptoms of bacterial infection on breast implants? 3 answers

I had textured saline implants put in about 20 months ago. The implant shifted and I went back to surgery 5 days later, experiencing fever, chills,...

Saline breast implants or Silicone? 4 answers

Which lasts longer between Saline breast implants and Silicone breast implants?

Is breast implant reduction too risky? 9 answers

I had 500 grams silicone high profile implants place about 3 months ago. They feel a little too big and firm. I would like to downgrade them to maybe...

Does swollen breast need drainage after augmentation and lift? 11 answers

I had breast lift and breast implants 16 days ago through areolar incision. My right side is great, but my left is still swollen and hurts a bit. Is...

Round lump after breast augmentation 7 answers

I just had a breast augmenation 2 weeks ago.  I was massaging and I feel a tiny round ball or lump inside my skin between my armpit and breasts. ...

Is it too early to have my implants replaced? 9 answers

I had breast augmentation in August 2007 and had my right implant removed 5 months later. The cause of it was unknown at the time, but after months...

Should I remove my implants? 9 answers

I had saline implants done 2/07. Surgery went well. In 1/08, I started having strange physical symptoms...jolting awake with electric shock every 20...

Will smaller breast implants be less visible through the skin? 14 answers

I have very little breast tissue and went from a nearly A cup to a C cup. I am trying to weigh my options as my implants are not only very visible...

What are Hydrofil breast augmentation injections? 2 answers

I read about hydrofil injections to make the breasts more firm and stop sagging. What is this and is it safe?


What are the risks of breast implants? 3 answers

Thinking about a breast augmentation...would like some info. about possible risks associated with breast implants and breast implant surgery. ...

What are the largest breast implants I should consider? 1 answer

I am looking into having a breast augmentation within the next 3 months, but the only potential surgeon I've met with so far told me that he would not...

Implant Replacement - Will I lose breast tissues? 2 answers

Hello doctors, I am planning on a revision and put in a new implant instead of using the existing one. I had gone through implant removal before...

How early can capsular contraction start and what are the symptoms? 6 answers

I just had a breast augmentation with a crescent lift 10 days ago. My left breast has already settled in nicely, but my right breast still sits high...

Breast implants expand upon muscle relaxation? 3 answers

Do breast implants that are placed under the muscle (over 500cc's, at least) get a little bigger after the muscle relaxes?

Is breast lift the only option for sagging breasts? 13 answers

I am considering a breast augmentation. I have always been a decent C cup, but in the last year, I have lost approx. 35 lbs, and it has left my...

Help with healing from breast augmentation? 4 answers

I've had breast augmentation almost 3 years ago and since then I've had Capsular Contracture which made me go back into surgery twice. The first to...

Breast Lift and Breast Implants ideal size 9 answers

I'm going to have a breast lift as well as implants. My surgeon suggests 200cc implants while  my current size is 32DD/E, but i lack volume. In...

Estimated cup size after breast implants? 6 answers

What cup will I be if i have 280 cc Silicone high profile implant? I'm a 34B at the moment? The 280 cc implant is 116mm wide.

Laser hair removal damage my breast implants? 1 answer

I grew some hair around the areola after I gave birth. I would like to know if it is safe to have a laser hair remove on this area. I have not heard...

Will weight loss affect my augmented breasts? 7 answers

I weigh 125lbs and I'm 5'5'. If I loose 5-10 lbs will it affect the size of my augmented breasts?

Can I get breast implants while on Accutane? 4 answers

Can I get breast implants while on Accutane? The doctor says that he uses local anesthesia with sedation. I am on my next to last month of Accutane....

Is breast augmentation redo recommended for me? 7 answers

I have recently undergone breast augmentation. I'm a small B and want to be a full C cup. My surgeon has placed 290cc memory gel silicone implants. At...

Liposuction and Breast Augmentation through belly button? 1 answer

Is it possible to get breast augmentation through the belly button and liposuction at the same time?

How long after TUBA Breast Augmentation can I get a tattoo? 4 answers

I'm 3 weeks post-breast augmentation, with a 1-inch incision on the umbilicus that has been healing normally. How long do I have to wait before I can...

What types of breast implants are available in the US? 2 answers

The last I knew, saline breast implants were my only option since silicone breast implants were banned.  I did hear of some new type of implant...

Is the free breast implants website a bad concept? 1 answer

I have been saving up for a breast augmentation for almost two years now, and I still don't quite have enough.  I have been considering using the...

Pain after arm Liposuction and Breast Implants 2 answers

It's been 33 days since I had arm Liposuction and Breast Augmentation through my arm pit. It looks like a tendon was attached to the area that was...

Right breast implant sits higher than the other 7 answers

I recently had breast augmentation with an internal lift three weeks ago. My right breast implant sits a little higher and I have loose skin around...


Suction Drains for Breast Augmentation Revision 9 answers

Hi doctors. What are your thoughts of using drains for breast augmentation revisions? My PS is about to perform a capsulorrhaphy on me along with...

Breasts too spaced apart after augmentation and lift 9 answers

My breasts were sagging and I was a 34 B so decided to have surgery. It's been 2 weeks since I had Breast Lift and Augmentation (255 cc) combined with...

Liposculpting: I'm so confused 7 answers

I need to know. Someone please help. I keep going back and forth on whether or not to get fat transfer to my breasts for augmentation and that reason...

Fistulogram for breast with implant? 10 answers

What do you think of Fistulogram for an augmented breast? To give you a little background, I have a hole under the breast / right in the crease area...

Can I go from Breast Implant unders to overs? 12 answers

I don't like the way the muscle feels over the implant. How will my muscles be affected if I had revision surgery?

Lifting after breast augmentation 8 answers

My doctor cleared me to return to my part-time serving job, which requires carrying up to 40 lbs of food with one arm at 3 weeks post-breast...

Alternative to General anesthesia for Breast Augmentation? 14 answers

I want breast augmentation but do not want general anesthesia?  Is it possible to have the surgery with conscious sedation and local anesthesia...

Louisville Breast Explantation Doctor Recommendations

I am very fearful of going through explantation surgery due to the possible aesthetic outcome. I would love any references for experienced doctors in...

Bad breast implant results. What are my rights? 8 answers

I had a lift and implants done two and a half years ago. I recently noticed that one breast seemed higher and firmer with slight discomfort now and...

Will I need breast lift with implant downsizing? 10 answers

I had a breast augmentation over a year ago. I was an A cup, and got a moderate silicone 225cc. I'm very petite, so I didn't want to go that big. I...

Chicago plastic surgeons provider reccomendations

I want a breast lift very badly and am looking for an accredited doctor in Chicago.

How long after breast augmentation surgery are breasts swollen? 2 answers

I had a breast reduction two weeks ago. I started at a 32F, and my doctor and I agreed that "around" a small C-cup would be better for my...

How long do muscle spasms after a breast augmentation last? 9 answers

I have gone from a small B cup to having 500 cc implants. I am having to take Valium just to perform the exercises to form the pockets.

Subfascial implant placement risks? 7 answers

What are the risks for Capsular Contracture, Symmastia, botttoming out, and distortion with subfascial placement? Are they better or worse? I'm...

Underwire bra after bottomed out implant revision? 8 answers

I have heard of using underwire bra after a bottomed out implant revision to help support the crease while scar tissues are forming. However, I have...

How long does it take capsular contracture to occur? 3 answers

I just had a 2nd capsulotomy on my right breast. A drain was placed this time. I am only 4 days out but so far so good except for some moderate pain...

Bruising feeling after breast implants 14 answers

I got breast implants in 2006. It's been 3 years and everything has been fine, up until this past week when a small area of my right breast has been...

Who should pay for capsular contracture repair? 7 answers

If a person gets a capsular contracture and done everything possible, how can a doctor expect a patient to pay to replace implants. Shouldn't the fee...

Breast implants vs. Breast augmentation: is there a difference? 6 answers

I notice that people talk about Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants... Is there a difference between the two???

Should folded Breast Implants be replaced? 10 answers

I recently found a lump in my left breast. Upon diagnostic mammography it showed a fold in the upper part of my saline breast implant. While relieved...

Anesthesia for Breast Augmentation 5 answers

I am considering Breast Augmentation and I've noticed that some surgeons use twilight anesthesia while others use general anesthesia. What are the...

How soon can I have Breast Augmentation Revision? 8 answers

Could you please let me know what are some of the risks of operating on tissues that are not completely healed and settled? I had my Breast ...

Are Mentor III Memory Gel anatomically shaped implants any good? 9 answers

What are your feelings on the Mentor III Memory Gel anatomically shaped implants? I am a retired thoroughbred jockey at 5 ft 4 in 104 lbs and wondered...

Breast augmentation - what are some common risks? 2 answers

I am 39 years old, married, mother of 2, and considering BA (breast augmentation). Very worried about problems associated with implants. Have read and...

Tattoo covering a breast after breast implants? 7 answers

I have breast implants and would like to have a tattoo that covers my left breast. Is this dangerous? I've had the implants for 4 years.

Implant rippling or something more serious? 7 answers

I just got breast implants less than a week ago. I had very little breast tissue and got 390 CCs using a textured implant. Now, on one of my breasts,...

High profile breast implant advice 4 answers

I had my mind made up after doing years of research that I like Mod Plus saline implants for me. I thought the Mods were too wide and the HP are too...

Payment for revision breast surgery when implants bottom out? 6 answers

My left breast has bottomed out. I am 9 weeks post surgery. Who pays for revision surgery? My doctor, insurance, or me... again?  Is the price...


Uneven swelling post breast implants operation 6 answers

I had breast implants done 6 days ago. One breast is noticeably more swollen than the other. My doctor said it was fine yesterday, but im still...

How long does swelling last after open capsulotomy? 8 answers

I had a second revision on right breast on March 17. It is still swollen and I have a small lump in the right upper outside that I noticed yesterday....

Sagging breasts after breast implant exchange 6 answers

I recently had implant exchange. I also had a capsular contraction in one breast. Before the surgery, my breasts were sloped, but not hanging. After...

How hard is recovery from a mommy makeover? 17 answers

What is recovery like with Breast augmentation and a Tummy tuck? I have scheduled both and am pretty scared. I am worried that the pain will be...

Swelling, lumps, pain after Breast Augmentation 8 answers

I am one week post-op from my Breast Augmentation. I am 18 years old. I started with a 32AA, and got 250CC unders, crease incision. I have had some...

Breast Augmentation during Menstrual Period 4 answers

Hi doctors, Could you let me know from a surgeon's perspective, are there any cons from operating on a patient (breast reconstruction / augmentation)...

Bumps on nipple after breast lift and implants 10 answers

A month after breast lift (w/nipple reconstruction) and

Can you use the same incision to increase breast size? 12 answers

If a primary breast augmentation is done through the armpit, can a second surgery to increase size be done through the same incision site of the armpit?

Choosing a doctor for breast implants 15 answers

 What about past issues w/ medical board? Does a full schedule and higher prices mean a surgeon does good work? I have decided to get breast...

More extensive lift on one breast causing uneven healing? 4 answers

I had breast lift and implants 3 weeks ago. My right breast was bigger before surgery, but surgeon said he would rectify that with the lift and put...

Dark breast marks from augmentation dressing tape 5 answers

I got blisters most likely from the dressing tape after breast augmentation. I was wondering, will they ever go away or will they leave me scarred for...

Clothes to wear after Tummy Tuck, Breast augmentation and lift? 1 answer

I'm having a Tummy Tuck, Breast lift and augmentation in a few months. What type of clothes can I wear after? Many people say that because of the...

Will 400cc implants give me a full C or small D cup? 2 answers

I am 5'9", 39 yrs old, and roughly about 165-170 lbs. Have never had children. My bust size is 36 small B. I have been considering breast...

Why do breast implants bottom out? 2 answers

My left breast has bottomed out. I am 9 weeks post surgery. Is this my fault? Did my surgeon screw up? How/why do breast implants bottom out? Should I...

How many cc's to achieve C cup from A cup? 6 answers

I am a petite woman currently an A cup and I want to be a full C cup. I am going to get saline implants under the muscle. How many cc's would it take...

Is non-surgical breast enlargement possible? 3 answers

I had a breast reduction but I feel that the surgeon took off too much from my breasts. I thought I was doing the right thing, but I later found out...

Hard upper breast after silicone implants 9 answers

I have had silicone implants for 31 years. Several months ago, my right breast got hard on the top. I had my mammogram, which was normal. I also went...

What are the complications from leaking Breast Implants? 9 answers

I had my first saline implant on 2000. Last July 2007, I had my first mammogram and the technician repeated the procedure 6 times despite informing...

Do breast implants look 20 percent smaller once implanted? 4 answers

I have scheduled breast augmentation. My PS has suggested 280 high profile implants. I am 5'2" and weigh 110lbs with a small frame. I desire a...

How soon after Breast Augmentation can I resume activities? 7 answers

How soon after Breast Augmentation can I start working or going to the beach? I'm planning to do my surgery during summertime.

Is 600cc breast implants too large for me? 13 answers

I am going in for Breast augmentation in 2 months. I am 5'7" and 150 pounds. I am trying to figure out how many cc's would put me at a small D cup.

Should implants be placed under or over the muscle for a slim frame? 9 answers

I've seen 2 different and very good plastic surgeons, both have said I should go with silicone, but one said I should go with under the muscle and the...

How to avoid breast implant extrusion? 10 answers

Hello doctors, I am planning to have a re-operation due to a couple of problems. I have very thin skin, and currently I can feel a 'knuckle' (the...

Picking a breast implants size 5 answers

How is it that some doctor would say, "pick a size" and I will put it in without a problem? And yet, another would say that the size I...

Dangers and risks of large breast implants? 10 answers

I am 5'6" and 145lbs. Is 650cc HP saline too big? I am currently a 34B and I'd like to have a 34DD breasts. I really don't want to go bigger than...

When should I get Breast Augmentation after weaning? 2 answers

I am currently breastfeeding my 20 month old baby and I intend on weaning her when she turns 2 years old. My question is, when can I have Breast...

Is there a "weight limit" to have Breast Augmentation? 8 answers

I am 5'5" and approximately 210 lbs. I just had a plastic surgeon tell me that I was "too fat" for breast augementation and he would...

Does surgery technique make a big difference in a breast augmentation? 13 answers

I will be having a breast augmentation in one month and I'm still debating on which certified and well qualified doctor to go to. Looking at both of...

Sore, swollen breast after breast implant replacement and lift 6 answers

I had my large breast implants replaced 4 days ago with smaller ones. I also had a breast lift. Today, I lifted too much and probably used my arms...

Muscle repair after Breast reconstruction 8 answers

I had bilateral Breast reconstruction 2 years ago. The results are very unsatisfactory. I find it hard to explain what happened, but I have lost...

Breast augmentation even with fibrocystic breasts? 7 answers

I would really like to get a breast augmentation but I would also like to have children in the next 3 to 4 years. I have no children at present. Also,...

No swelling after transaxillary breast augmentation? 6 answers

I am currently 4 days post-op from a transaxillary breast augmentation. I had 240/270 implants placed, and I am worried that if the results shrink...


Allergic to breast implants? 4 answers

I got silicone implants 10 days ago and yesterday noticed that a rash formed underneath and to the sides of my breasts after wearing a bra that felt a...

No milk coming out after Breast Augmentation? 10 answers

I had my breast augmentation about 4 years ago, and I gave birth to my daughter 8 days ago. My milk has still not come in. I am NOT planning on breast...

How to recognize infection symptoms after breast augmentation? 9 answers

HI, I got a breast augmentation 1 month ago and my right breast is still red on the top and kinda tender (more than the other one).  I don't have...

Which is more painful between Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

I am 5'6" ,128 lbs, and 26. I had a breast aug 4 years ago (sub muscular) and I am having a tummy tuck in a week. Which one is more painful. ...

Complications after Breast Augmentation? 3 answers

I’ve noticed lump, having pain, soreness, and discharge on my right nipple after 2 months of breast augmentation. I had a breast augmentation...

Will I have sagging breasts after explantation? 11 answers

I went from a 34B to a 34D. My implants are under the muscle and saline. My weight has gone down slightly, from 130-120lbs, I am 5'8", and 28...

Fixing uneven breasts after breast augmentation? 10 answers

3 wks po...335 cc shaped cohesive gel under the muscle. My left breast is much smaller and not as full as the right, plus they are not as big as what...

Breast augmentation through TUBA procedure? 13 answers

I want to do a Transumbilical (TUBA) Breast augmentation. Can use you TUBA procedure to put the implants under the muscle?

Breast surgery - when can it be redone? 3 answers

I have recently had my breast done and unhappy with the size. How long do I have to wait to have it re-done?

Best medication for pseudomonas due to breast implants? 6 answers

Which medication is better for pseudomonas due to breast implants? Is it Levaquin or Cipro?

Symptoms of breast implant rupture? 11 answers

I have an opening in my incision with a steady flow of clear fluid leaking out. Could this be a rupture in my implant?  What symptoms or signs...

True that I will not be able to lift anything for 1-2 months after surgery? 6 answers

I want to get Breast implants but don't know what to do about returning back to work after surgery. I heard many opinions and would like to get more....

Orange fluid nipple discharge after breast augmentation? 1 answer

So I had a breast augmentation done almost 6 months ago, and at 3 months developed capsular contracture on left breast. I have been on accolate for 2...

Do I have Capsular Contracture? 6 answers

I had breast augmentation 6 months and 8 days ago. The left side of my breast is larger than the other. The right one looks rounder and as if the...

Drooping nipples after breast lift and implants 11 answers

I just had implants a week ago. I had a circumareolar lift and implants. I wanted my nipples moved, but they don't really seem to be moved. My implant...

Areola scar correction after Breast Augmentation and Lift 4 answers

Are there any procedures like skin grafts for correcting breast augmentation scars? I got implants a year ago, and my doctor did a crescent lift. The...

Numbness after breast implant exchange 5 answers

I had my breast implants exchanged (and 4th degree contraction scars removed) 6 weeks ago and I have total numbness over 75-80% of both breasts. ...

Will getting breast implants cause back issues? 6 answers

I have severe scoliosis. I am a mother to 1. My breast are smaller than what they were before the birth and breastfeeding my child. They are diffrent...

Is it possible to order customized Breast Implants? 8 answers

I had breast implant revision surgery recently to replace saline implants which visibly wrinkled. I have very little breast tissue and therefore chose...

Chest workout to keep implants from getting smaller? 8 answers

I have lost around 10 pounds, and my breast implants are looking smaller. Is there any type of chest workout I can do to keep this from happening?

Detrimental to wait after 3 months for breast pocket revision? 2 answers

I had a Breast Augmentation on 2/13/09. My right breast implant will not drop. I've been massaging 4 times daily, wearing the strap (was advised to...

Best ways pre and post surgery to avoid capsular contracture? 7 answers

Can a doctor take to prevent capsular contraction with a high risk patient for cc? (I have had several cc.) Are there doctors who have a very low...

Are 300 cc silicone breast implants too big for me? 4 answers

Will getting 300 cc high profile mentor silicone breast implants be too big/fake looking on my body? The implants will be under the muscle. I am 5 ft....

Taking supplements to prevent capsular contraction 3 answers

I am about to have a bottomed out revision with PDS sutures. However, I am also concerned about developing a capsular contracture. I plan to take...

Can I have multiple procedures done at once? 17 answers

I'm interested in getting 3 procedures: Breast Augmentation, Chin implant and Liposuction. When I mentioned this to my surgeon he told me that it's...

Will 450 cc of Breast implant cause rippling? 13 answers

I heard getting 450 cc or over will cause rippling, is this true? I'm an A cup and want a C or small D cup.

Indentation after Breast Augmentation 9 answers

I had breast implants in June of 2008. It seems that I have an indentation under each breast. And it looks like my original smaller breast is just...

Nipple numbness after breast implants 3 answers

I had breast implants (over the muscle) 5.5 months ago. One of my breasts is absolutely fine. With the other, I have sensation to the outer / upper /...

Natural-looking Breast Implants for petite women? 3 answers

How many cc's (max.) for a smaller body frame to achieve a more natural-appearance? I am 5' tall and 100 lbs. I've had one childbirth and breastfed...

Should I switch to high profile breast implants? 5 answers

I have 420cc low profile in right now. My frame is small and I feel like I have a pancake inside. I have never felt the implant projected as much as...

Massive, out of shape breasts from bigger implants 3 answers

I'm 5'2" and had breast implants. I asked for 600cc and they put 750cc. I am not happy, as my breasts are massive and out of shape. It has only...

Moving lumps after breast augmentation 8 answers

I am 58 years old, and I have developed lumps that move around in my left breast. My breast muscle also feels "tired" and the feeling goes...

Unnatural results after breast augmentation? 12 answers

Why do some post-op girls have that "frankenboob" look immediately after their breast augmentation surgery, while others look more natural? ...

When is it safe to have breast implants removed? 7 answers

I had breast augmentation recently, and I realized they're not for me. Now, I want them removed. How soon after breast augmentation can I have my...

How long does it take for muscle to heal after breast explantation? 1 answer

I have been explanted.  Turns out my 102 fever was due to a blood clot and infection under my left breast. I opted not to have a smaller implant...

Breast implants and pregnancy? 8 answers

What can i expect should i go with breast implants and then get pregnant? does the pregnancy cause the breast swelling to become abnormally...

Will nipple and breast numbness after breast implants go away? 6 answers

I had breast augmentation 2 weeks ago, and my nipples and a large part of my breasts are numb. Is this normal, and will it go away? I started as a 34A...

Breasts are very painful years after surgery 6 answers

I had my breast implants done about 9 years ago. Since Christmas last year my breast have been really painful. They feel hard and hurt all the time....

Will breasts still feel natural behind the muscle wall? 10 answers

I'm considering having my silicone implants redone and have it set behind the muscle. Will my breasts still feel as soft and bouncy when they are...

Long-term problems from peri-areolar technique? 10 answers

Does going through the areola for breast augmentation cause any long term problems such as problems with mammograms or cancer? Does a donut lift with...

Bra strap after breast augmentation cause or reduce swelling? 9 answers

Does it really help swelling or make you swell more? I was informed to wear it at night, but I noticed it helped the right breast and the left is...

Risk infection from shower water post breast augmentation? 7 answers

I had breast augmentation 3 weeks ago & am going to Mexico next week. I will not get in the ocean or pool but I worry about getting an infection...

Will I have enough time to heal after breast augmentation? 10 answers

I will be getting a breast augmentation April 24th. I have a fitness competition on Aug 14th. I need to be able to do cardio, weight-training, and...

Breast Augmentation with lax skin? 12 answers

I am 25 years old and have had 2 kids. My once 32B breasts are now riddled with stretch marks and severely "deflated." I have wanted...

Does the brava system increase breasts a cup size? 7 answers

Does brava work for someone 34c who wants to become 34d. My breasts are flat and not perky...

Will I bottom out again? 4 answers

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NYC Breast augmentation plastic surgeon recommendations

Can anyone recommend a good plastic surgeon in NYC for Breast implants?

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Advice for too small breast implants? 10 answers

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Does the breast implant pocket shrink? 11 answers

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Ultrasound or laser treatment for capsular contracture? 11 answers

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Second breast augmentation recovery period 2 answers

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Sports bra and tighter bra after breast implants? 7 answers

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Advice for breast augmentation redo after pregnancy? 11 answers

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Smaller breast after augmentation revision 4 answers

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Breast and scar appearance after explantation? 3 answers

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What are the pros and cons to textured vs. smooth implants? 12 answers

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How much do breast implants typically run in NJ? 4 answers

Do doctors offer payment plan options? Thank You.

Seattle Breast Augmentation Revision Doctor Recommendations

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Assurance for conservative Breast augmentation results? 14 answers

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Breast scar capsule after implant explantation 8 answers

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Does scar tissue rubbing against implant wear it out faster? 5 answers

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Crescent lift with implants to correct mild breast asymmetry? 4 answers

I have mild breast asymmetry, 1 cm to be exact. I have 2 different opinions from 2 different doctors. One wants to do a crescent breast lift with...

Breast enhancement cream post-breast augmentation? 3 answers

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Should I be concerned about my Breast Implants? 7 answers

I had my breast implants done 2 years ago. But for the past couple of weeks, I had just begun to feel a discomfort in my left breast. It feels as if I...

When should I have breast implants replaced? 10 answers

I had a breast augmentation in December 2000. I was wondering, when do I need to have them replaced? Any feedback would be helpful. Thanks!

Silicone implants tightness and high placement 4 answers

I had silicone implants with a breast lift one week ago. I had my 15 year old saline implants removed and a small amount of capsular contraction...

Muscle spasm after breast augmentation? 4 answers

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Regretting decision to get breast implants 8 answers

I am regretting my decision to get breast implants. I wish I had done a breast lift only and skipped the implant. I feel trapped in "them"...


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Breast implants bottom out correction cost? 4 answers

I had Breast implants done 1year ago and I think one has bottomed out. Whats an average price i had 430cc's under the muscle...

Are today's Breast Implants safer than they were 15 years ago? 10 answers

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Exercises or massages after bottom out revision? 5 answers

Hi Doctors, I was wondering what kind of exercises or massages do you tell your patients to do to keep their pockets opened? How soon after surgery do...

Liposuction or Mini Tummy Tuck for sagging upper abdomen? 12 answers

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What's the best kind of Breast Augmentation procedure? 7 answers

On some breast augmentation boards, many ladies rave about putting the implants fully under the muscle since the muscles fully support the implants...

Why does one of my breast ache 5 mos after implants? 2 answers

I had implants 5 months ago, the right breast is fine but the left one aches, and it almost feels like it has hard spots in it. It feels best when i...

Do I really need corrective surgery for uneven breasts? 8 answers

I had saline breast augmentation 4 months ago (under muscle). I thought one breast was larger than the other was a minor difference. I went for my...

Downsizing for large implants and saggy breasts? 10 answers

I had 330 cc's saline, McGhan, textured, anatomical implants for 12 years. This made me a small 32 C. I had them replaced 2 years ago. My breast...

What are my options to emphasize breast implants? 13 answers

Despite taking numerous pictures for reference, and stressing to my surgeon the results I wanted, I recieved smaller Breast implants and the opposite...

Do Gummy Bear Implants feel harder? 3 answers

Do Gummy Bear breast implants feel harder than the current Memory Gel Implants?

Implants rippling in cleavage area 2 answers

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Breast implant size advice for very petite frame? 10 answers

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Breast implants after childbirth? 10 answers

How long do I have to wait if I want to get Breast implants after childbirth?

Normal to get breast lift after breast implants? 8 answers

A doctor I seen suggest I get implants followed by a breast lift 6-8 weeks following to allow the implant to settle to get the best results. Is this...

Too young for Breast Implants? 11 answers

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How can I tell if my breast tissue is torn? 2 answers

I had implants placed above the muscle. 1 hour after I woke up, I got out of bed and felt a PAINFUL rip in my upper/inner cleavage in my right boob....

Help with determining the cc's to achieve C cup from a B cup 2 answers

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Moderate vs high profile implants? 4 answers

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Sagging breasts because of moderate profile implants? 3 answers

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Does daily exercise affect breast implant placement? 7 answers

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When should breast augmentation sutures be removed? 18 answers

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Is 280ml breast Implant size too big for me? 2 answers

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Silicone implants drastically different in volume and texture 8 answers

Why are my 15+ yr. old silicone implants so drastically different in texture and volume? I recall they are manufactured by 3M. My surgeon has retired...

Revision Breast Augmentation recovery 2 answers

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Asymmetrical Breast Implant results 8 answers

I had a breast augmentation 3 months ago, 350cc filled to 400cc (Saline) under the muscle. My right breast was larger to begin with, so my surgeon...

Fix tubular breasts without implants? 9 answers

I have tubular breasts and i want to get them fixed. is there any possibility to fix this without a implant.

Texas and Indiana Breast Augmentation Revision Doctor Recommendations

I met 3 women in Costa Rica who all had implants and are now suffering greatly due to the holes in their bodies which don't heal. One is on a machine...

How do i find a surgeon that does Cohesive gel (gummy breast implants)? 4 answers

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Will breasts look larger as breast implants drop? 5 answers

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One size bigger on one breast for addressing asymmetry? 3 answers

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Tingling sensations throughout the body after breast implants 2 answers

I had a Silicone Breast Augmentation 2 months ago, and 2 weeks after, I started experiencing tingling throughout my body. Nobody seems to think it's...

Did Mentor change their Saline implants after May 2005? 2 answers

Did Mentor improve or change their round smooth saline implants after May 2005? Is that why their warrenty changed? Just wondering as I had mine in...

Breast explant and reimplant under or over muscle? 4 answers

24 years no scar tissue problems, currently placed on top of muscle. Both silicone implants are ruptured. I have very little breast tissue of my own....

Shooting pains normal months after breast augmentation? 2 answers

Nearly 6 months ago I had a breast augmentation from an A to C. It was over the muscle and the insicion is on the fold under the breast. I still have...

How long does it take for skin and tissue to shrink after explantation? 2 answers

I've only had the implants for a month. I had my implants explanted because of an infection and blood clot.

Can breast enhancing pills be an alternative to breast implants? 6 answers

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Subpectoral placement vs. subfascial breast implant placement 5 answers

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One breast more swollen after breast augmentation 10 answers

I am just over 3 weeks post op breast augmentation. I received 425cc in right and 475cc in left. My left breast had to have the dual plane procedure....

Saline implant size advice 6 answers

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200cc silicone breast implants for petite but muscular frame? 8 answers

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Is Italy's ban on teen breast implants reasonable? 5 answers

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Signs of a contaminated breast pocket? 5 answers

I have a hole/wound right at my crease (I had areola incision...the hole was the result of suture rejection from a scar revision of a prior drainage...

Asymmetry and burning sensation after breast implants 5 answers

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How can I achieve a small C cup? 8 answers

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Options for fixing "buckling" implants above the muscle? 3 answers

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Smoking before plastic surgery? 6 answers

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Slow implant settling process for transaxillary approach? 2 answers

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Recommended age for Breast Augmentation? 13 answers

I just turned 18 and would love to get Breast implants before college because I am a nearly an A at this point and the rest of my body is not small so...

As swelling from Breast augmentation subside, will my cup size go down? 1 answer

I recently had Breast Augmentation about a week ago and they feel huge! I've been told by everyone that the swelling does go down, but how much? I've...

Advisable breast implants placement for weightlifters? 14 answers

I'm an athlete, one who tends to have shoulder injuries, and worry about under the muscle Breast implants placement. It seems more commom than over...

What does inframammary incision mean? 6 answers

I saw a doctor photo on real self that says the implant used a "inframammary incision".  What does this mean?  Is this the best...

What are gummy bear implants? 3 answers

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How long before incision from Breast Augmentation heals? 5 answers

I recently had a revision done through crease incision for one side of my breast. Because I have very very thin skin, I am concerned about the breast...

Is it recomended to wait until after children for breast augmentation? 5 answers

I am 24 years old and have been contemplating getting a breast augmentation for many years, the only thing holding me back is that i don't have any...

Is a 600cc breast implant big...period? 3 answers

Iam 24 years old,I recently went in for my first consultation with my surgeon,he recommended 450cc to 500cc to get a natural look. Im not too sure if...

Will breast implants affect my golf swing? 12 answers

I'm considering breast implants but have concerns that as a an almost-pro golfer they will change my swing - is this a possibility?

Can Silicone gel implants leak? 8 answers

If you have Silicone GEL Implants,can they still leak? I thought silicone gels were like "jello" you can cut them in half and have no leakage?

Max number of cc's when adding more saline to implants? 8 answers

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Best breast implant type and placement to avoid rippling? 11 answers

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Breat Augmentation methodology advantages and disadvantages 10 answers

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Weight gain normal after Breast augmentation? 7 answers

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Underwire bra for 6 weeks to correct dropped implants? 11 answers

I had breast implant TUBA procedure on June 10, 2009. Immediately after surgery (next day), my right breast looked like the implant had dropped (not a...

Implants appearance after weight loss 3 answers

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Seroma or normal swelling after Breast Augmentation? 6 answers

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Ohio breast implants replacement doctor recommendations

Does anyone know of a surgeon in Ohio, preferrably a plastic and/or breast specialist who is willing to perform pro bono explantation of bi-laterally...

Going home right after Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, Breast augmentation? 4 answers

My doctor is board certified. I'm getting nervous about having a Tummy Tuck with Liposuction and Breast augmentation at the same time, to be done in...

Is Breast augmentation price negotiable? 6 answers

Is it rude or disrespectful to negotiate on the surgeons fees? Especially, when the prices vary so much from one surgeon to the next.You would think a...

Is it possible to enlarge breasts through natural herbs and massage? 2 answers

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One operation for downsizing implants and lift? 5 answers

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Do I need Mastopexy with Breast Implants? 10 answers

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Likelihood that right breast implant will drop? 7 answers

What is the likelihood that my right breast implant will drop, and if so, when? I started massaging my right breast 3 weeks after my surgery, as per...


Normal to feel Breast Implant rolling around? 1 answer

I had Breast Augmentation approximately 2 1/2 weeks ago with high profile, submuscular, 350 cc cohesive gel implants. My left breast is extremely...

Too low pocket or crease caused Double Bubble deformity? 2 answers

I have Double Bubble deformity on my left breast, where the implant hangs below actual breast instead of filling it in. Was the pocket or crease too...

Getting large, natural-looking breasts with silicone implants? 3 answers

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Tanning and swimming after transaxillary breast implants 7 answers

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Breast Implant placement to correct asymmetry and sagging? 9 answers

Over or under breast augmentation to correct asymmetry and sagging? Lift?

How to fix breast rippling 2 years after Breast augmentation? 8 answers

I have a rippling of the left breast and also some mild pain though I don't think that there is a difference in size. What is procedure to fix...

Removal of breast augmentation scars using laser? 3 answers

Is laser removal of a scar from breast augmentation performed a year ago possible? The scar was supposed to be placed in the breast fold, but the...

Breast Implants after removing freckle on chest? 7 answers

I am planning on getting breast implants this year. I've recently had a freckle removed from my chest and don't know how long to wait before I have to...

Fluid complication after breast augmentation? 2 answers

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Breast asymmetry due to Mondor's cords? 7 answers

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Hard lump on Breast Implants? 1 answer

Hi, I recently found a hard, stationary, marble shaped lump at the 10 o'clock postion of my left nipple. I do have saline implants and the ultrasound...

What does capsular contracture pain feel like? 4 answers

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Will my breast implants get smaller? 8 answers

I got breast implants 4 weeks ago. I went with 360 ccs, and they look WAY too big. Any chance, will they get smaller?

When can I see final Breast Augmentation result? 6 answers

I am 5’7”, 143 lbs and had 500 cc's under transauxillary. I am 4 weeks post op and my right breast looks noticeably fuller and lower than...

How to best prepare for surgery? 1 answer

I have a "mommy makeover" scheduled in about a month. I already eat a very balanced diet, take vitamin supplements, and exercise regularly....

Ripping of Breast Tissue normal after breast augmentation? 2 answers

Help... I had breast implants placed above the muscle and place through under my boob. About an hour after I was in recovery, when I got out of my...

A cream for breast augmentation vs. surgery? 2 answers

I want some cream to have beast augmentation

What causes stretch marks after Breast Implants? 2 answers

I had implants in 2005 and they seemed great for a few months. Shortly after, that I developed horrible stretch marks. I went from a A/B cup to a...

Who should pay for my Breast Augmentation revision? 2 answers

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Does capsular contracture make you feel ill? 6 answers

I was told weeks ago that I need to have more breast surgery. I am starting to feel very ill, but with no pain. My implants, filled to 700 cc, are...

Cellulitis after breast implant replacement and lift 2 answers

I had breast implant replacement and breast lift done a week ago. I have cellulitis in the left breast. It is very painful red and swollen. I don't...

Silicone gel implants for women below 22 years old? 10 answers

Okay, so I went to my consultation about a week ago with a plastic surgeon in Chicago IL. I was always told that you need to be 22 to get silicon gel...

Breasts not perfectly centered after augmentation 7 answers

I had silicone breast implants 3 weeks ago, and during my first follow-up appointment (2 weeks ago), I noticed that one of my breasts is closer to the...

Bigger breast implants required after bottoming out? 3 answers

Do I have to go bigger in breast implant size after bottoming out becuase the breast pocket is too large?

Visible demarcation with breast lift and implants? 15 answers

If a breast lift is done in addition to a breast implant, will there be a visibile demarcation between natural breast and implant?


Will I need a breast augmentation again 10 years later? 9 answers

My doctor is recommending implants on my right breast after my mastectomy. I asked him if in 10-12 yrs (i would be 70-72) I would need another surgery?


Are lumps and pain normal after Breast Augmentation? 4 answers

I had a breast augmentation 3 weeks ago. The insertion cut was undeer the breast and under the muscle. I am experiencing severe pain and lumps on my...

Infection after Breast Augmentation and Lift 2 answers

Does this look Normal for a second surgery? I had a major infection. Should I have been put on oral antibiotics to prevent infection? I originally had...

Best way to communicate breast surgery expectations? 10 answers

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Larger Breast implant to create upper pole fullness and cleavage? 11 answers

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Decreasing scar size from breast augmentation? 6 answers

I had a DD tuberous breast and a barely A cup when I was fourteen. To make them even I got a saline breast implant in one breast and had...

Does breast feeding deform breast implant shape? 6 answers

If I choose to get breast implants, then a few years later I decide to try to breast feed, would I need to get another surgery, possibly a breast...

Severe bruising after Breast Augmentation 2 answers

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What to do about too big breast implants? 6 answers

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How will my breast implants affect my lifestyle? 3 answers

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How long is downtime for breast augmentation? 3 answers

How long is the downtime for breast implant surgery? I have 3 children and don't have a lot of time to be in bed.

What will happen to my breasts if I remove my implants? 3 answers

I recently had implant of a size C put in from a size A. It wasn't a big change but im suffering from health issues with them so im looking to get...

Maximum cup size through breast implants? 9 answers

I would like to have large< breast implants. How big can I go in terms of cup size if I am 30B?

Where I can get stem cell breast implants? 5 answers

I would like stem cell breast augmentation for the natural beauty of slightly enhanced breasts.

Tightness and discomfort years after Breast Augmentation 2 answers

I feel a tightness and discomfort in my breast implants. I have had 2 surgeries (5 years apart) and with my first implants I never had any discomfort....

Breast implants at a young age? 2 answers

I am pretty young, 17 years old, but I am seriously thinking about getting a breast augmentation in a future time. However, some people say that it is...

Would a slight volume increase correct breast implant rippling? 2 answers

I am 1 month post-op and as the swelling goes down, I feel and now see a slight rippling in the cleavage area. I have 275cc Mentor Siltex Mod profile...

How much does breast augmentation cost? 9 answers

What is the approximate cost of breast augmentation surgery?

Which placement type is optimal for gummy bear implants? 5 answers

My doctorr says I have sufficient breast tissue and is recommending sub-fascial placement. I worry about increased capsular contracture risk and...

Breast Augmentation advice for size and placement 5 answers

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How to get more projection from breast implants? 14 answers

How can I get more projection with breast implants? I currently have 500 cc gel silicone high profile implant, but didnt exactly achieve my goal for...

How long before Liposuction results can be corrected? 10 answers

I had a full Tummy tuck, Breast augmentation, and Liposuction of the hips and outer thighs 4 weeks ago. I immediately noticed the results of the outer...

When will stem cells be available for breast reconstruction? 1 answer

I had my mastectomy operation in 2003. Still waiting for this wonderfull stem cell.

Will I have my breast volume back after explantation? 2 answers

I was a small B cup before, and my doctor said that my breasts might even look better due to the pocket he created for the implants. But now, my...

State with cheapest Breast implant cost? 3 answers

I need to take out my 10 year old breast implants and want to replace them. I heard that it's cheaper in Alabama. Where is the LEAST amount to pay for...

How do I know if my breast implant fell out of its pocket? 3 answers

When I lay on my back, one stays up and the other falls towards the armpit. The one that falls towards the armpit, I can move it all around.

One breast bigger after augmentation 4 answers

I had breast augmentation on March 6, 2009, and my breasts are different sizes! My left breast is smaller than the right and it is very noticeable. Is...

Asymmetrical swelling after Breast Implant Replacement 4 answers

Is it normal to have one breast more swollen than the other after breast implants replacement?

Dual plane approach for breast implant reduction? 6 answers

I'm having my High Profile submuscular breast implants reduced to either MP Plus or MP. The plastic surgeon will perform dual plane approach this...

What is capsular contracture? 6 answers

What does capsular contracture mean? I just want to make sure what it because I may have it. Thanks

How long to wait for another bottomed out revision? 2 answers

Hello Doctors - I had a bottomed out Breast implants revision recently but the correction failed. The skin stretched again. How long do you...

Should breast implant placement be changed during replacement? 8 answers

I need to replace my old silicone breast implants (24 years old). They are currently on top of the muscle. Should they be replaced over the muscle or...

Mississippi Breast Implant Replacement Doctor Recommendations

I have a ruptured saline implant and am desperately trying to save up enough money to have them replaced with silicon implants. I am 47 yrs old &...

One breast harder after breast implants 6 answers

I got breast implants 12 years ago. I've just noticed that the left side is a lot harder all of a sudden. Is that normal, or should I be worried?

Breast Augmentation cost in New York City? 2 answers

What is the average cost of Breast Augmentation in New York City? Do all doctors offer financing plans?

One breast lower and aching after breast implants 3 answers

I have a probelm with one of my breasts. I got saline implants in February 2008 and in the last few months, one of my breasts is lower and off to the...

Why are polyurethane-covered silicone implants not legal in USA? 6 answers

My fiance's doctor recommended polyurethane-coated silicone gel breast implants as a way to reduce capsular contraction, but I see they are not...

Advantages and disadvantages for both breast implant placement? 4 answers

What are the advantages and disadvantages of placing the breast implant above or below the muscle?

Exercises for tightening pectoral muscles after breast implants? 3 answers

I had breast implants about two months ago. I was told by my doctor that I was borderline of needing a lift with the implants. I chose to wait and...

Fixing capsular contracture? 2 answers

I had breast implants 9 years ago, I was evaluated by a plastic surgeon 3 years ago who told me I was in stage 2 of capsular contraction and I would...

Reposition breast implants for cleavage and upper fullness? 9 answers

Can my breast implants be moved from their current location to closer to the middle of my breasts to create more cleavage and upper fullness? Should...

Permanent sutures for bottomed out correction? 6 answers

From my research, most doctors will use permanent sutures to correct bottomed out Breast implants in order to have a "lasting" result. What...

Flying after Tummy Tuck and Breast augmentation? 10 answers

I'm an American who moved to Australia and I had my Breast augmentation done in the states 2 years ago. I am thinking about using my 6 week leave to...

Best option for scars around areolas? 2 answers

I have hyperpigmented and uneven scars around my areolas as a result of breast augmentation. I would like to know what is the best option in this...

Sleeping position after buttock and breast augmentation? 6 answers

What position do doctors recommend patients sleep in if they get buttock augmentation and breast implants done at the same time?

Natural looking Breast implants with crescent lift? 2 answers

I'm having a crescent Breast lift and subglandular implants. Which is type of implant is better that would give me a more natural look?

Exercising after Liposuction and Breast Augmentation? 6 answers

It's been about 4 weeks since I had abdominal Liposuction and Breast augmentation. I want to know if it is okay to begin abdominal exercises. I also...


Normal for subglandular implants to distort when flexing? 7 answers

I got 200cc Silicone gel Breast Implants 8 days ago, placed above the muscle. They look very natural when I'm relaxed, but when I flex my pecs (even...

Pocket correction with bigger breast implants? 7 answers

My wife had her first breast augmentation over 3 years ago, from an A to small D. She had saline sub-muscular implants. They seem to have slowly...

Correcting capsular contracture after giving birth 2 answers

How long do you wait after giving birth to correct Capsular Contracture? Can you correct Capsular Contracture while breast feeding?

Benefits of silicone over saline breast implants? 4 answers

I went for a consultation with a surgeon for a breast augmentation and he recommended silicone implants over saline. When I asked him why, he said...

High profile vs moderate plus profile breast implants? 2 answers

I have Saline 400 cc mentor 1600's now going to get Silicone either high or mod plus mentor) July 2nd. I am wondering if the high implants will give...

Capsular contracture and allergy from breast implants? 6 answers

I had a breast augmentation with saline-filled Silicone implants 6 days ago. The night of my surgery, I started having a rash around my navel. I went...

Pain and downward pointing nipples after Breast augmentation? 6 answers

It's been three months since I have had Breast augmentation done. I had the implants put under the muscle however, the breasts are still sore and...

Breast implants for someone with health concerns? 12 answers

I'm considering having Breast augmentation, but I'm not sure if I should go with Saline or Silicone. My plastic surgeon recommends silicone, but after...

Advice for exercise after breast augmentation? 2 answers

I work out everyday and am getting breast implants ASAP. I know it will be hard to run or do the elliptical, but can I do stationary bike at the gym,...

Long term effects on Breast implants after tennis games? 6 answers

I was feeling very good 15 days after Breast augmentation, so I broke the rules and played a doubles game of tennis. Now I am sore and in pain. How...

Breast implants moved up and got bigger 4 answers

I had breast cancer 25 years ago. I had a new saline implants put in 7 years ago. Recently, 2 weeks ago it moved up too high and got bigger. What is...

Is it ok to go to army basic training with breast implants? 4 answers

And if so how long after surgery should you wait?

Will weight loss after breast augmentation affect results? 3 answers

If I lose 14lbs in weight after breast augmentation, will that affect the appearance much?

Air bubble in breast implant? 3 answers

I have saline under the muscle implants. They are almost one month old. I have always had a small air bubble in the bottom side of one of them. It is...

Are 550cc Breast implants too big? 4 answers

I am 5'5" at 105 lbs 30" across chest. I have 350cc Silicone Breast Implants under the muscle, 18 yr old Dow corning implants needing...

Transaxillary incision for silicone breast implants? 3 answers

I want cohesive gel silicone breast implants. I am 12 or 13 inches in diameter and would much rather prefer moderate profile (for full A or small...

How smaller will breast implants be once under the muscle? 6 answers

I am having breast augmentation surgery next week. I'm 5'3, 135 pounds, currently a 36B and wanting a full C. I chose silicone implants and 480CC. I'm...

Moving under-the-muscle implants to top? 2 answers

I had my breast augmentation operation 3 weeks ago. The implants were placed under the muscle.  I also go to the gym 1 hour everyday. Is there...

Switch to high profile breast implants? 2 answers

I have 350cc Moderate Plus Silicone breast implants now, with 32 Full C bra size. I love my breasts' width now, but they look small from the side...

Pros and cons of Benelli Lift? 2 answers

I am considering a peri-areolar breast lift w/ breast implants and have read various pros (less invasive, less visible scarring) and cons (scar...

One breast fuller and larger after augmentation 7 answers

I was 32AA after breast augmentation, and I'm about 2 months post-op. I now have 325ccs mentor sillicone implants (smooth round, moderate plus...

Cost of butt and breast augmentation in New Jersey? 1 answer

I live in New Jersey and considering getting buttock augmentation and breast implants done. What's the cost of these procedures in my area?

What to expect when removing large breast implants? 4 answers

I'm 25, no stretch marks, went from a 36C at 18 yrs old, to a 34DD-DDD now. I want to remove them, but of course I don't want to be left with lifeless...

Strange pain and high implant after Breast Augmentation 4 answers

I had breast augmentation 2 months ago, and I have a very strange pain on my right breas. I really don't know how to describe it; it feels heavy and...

350MP Plus right size to become a small D? 4 answers

I am having a removel replacement with a lift next week. I am downsizing my 480HP submuscular for smaller implants. I am a 36DDD and want to be a...

Breast implants perfectly in place just a week after surgery? 14 answers

Is it possible for my Breast implants to not be sitting very high only one week after surgery, and for that not to be the result of a problem? They...

Is transaxillary incision possible with silicone gel implants? 3 answers

HI, I would like to get 250cc-300cc MAX moderate profile silicone cohesive gel implants under the muscle, but I would like them to be placed through...

Same size after Breast Implant reduction 5 answers

I had my 350 cc breast implants removed and reduced to 265cc, but I am still the same size (36D). I was a 36D and wanted to be a 36B. I don't...

Tissue expanders for Breast augmentation? 5 answers

I had radiation to my chest because i had cancer from the ages of 5-7. I have no breast tissue and want to be a "B" cup. My Ps suggests I...

Will changing breast implant placement cause sagging? 2 answers

I have 425 cc's moderate profile saline implants filled to 535 cc's over the muscle. I have a little too much cleavage and some rippling. I want to...

Use existing breast implants with breast lift? 3 answers

I already have breast implants and have had them for fourteen years. I am now needing a breast lift. Can I keep exsisting implants and get a lift?

Best placement and type of breast implants for athletic patient? 9 answers

I am 39, 130 lbs, no kids, with slight ptosis of breasts. I pole dance and am very athletic. I am interested in getting Breast implants but...

Are 500 cc breast implants too big? 3 answers

I am 5'4 and 145 pounds. I am 125 cc in breast size. I wear an A size cup bra. I am considering to have 500 cc to 510 cc breast implants. I want a...

Bottoming out or other implant needs to drop? 8 answers

I'm on my 16th day post breast augmentation. I was 34A pre-op. I have 350cc Mentor cohesive silicone breast implants under muscle, with transaxillary...

Breasts still uneven and small after breast augmentation 1 answer

I had breast augmentation on April 23, 2009, with 335 cc cohesive gel implants under the muscle. I'm 5'8, 125 lbs., with very little breast tissue. My...

Replace Breast implants every 10 years? 13 answers

Should Breast implants be replaced every 10 years? If not, how often? Is this covered by insurance?

What can I do about raised scar after Breast implants? 4 answers

I just had a Breast augmentation almost 2 weeks ago. I have brown skin and now that my wraps are off, I can see under the crease fold a darker brown...

Can some of the fluid be removed from tissue expanders? 4 answers

I recently had tissue expanders put in on both breasts due to breast cancer diagnosis. I feel that they have been filled beyond the size that I would...

How much weight do breast implants add? 1 answer

I'm 5'7", 160 lbs, and I want to go to a 36D cup size. I'd like to know how much weight I'll gain once I have breast implants.

Breast implant replacement for bigger breasts? 2 answers

I had my Breast Augmentation 3 months ago (350cc Sil Mod+ unders) from 32A to 32 Full C. The recovery was easy, no complications so far. My breasts...

Caring for infants after breast augmentation 2 answers

Will I be able to look after my baby after my breast operation? I have a 6-month- old baby and I am looking to have a breast enlargement operation...

Indecisive about cup size 5 answers

I have had an exam, but still indecisive about what size to choose. I am 5'3, 110 lbs, and currently an A cup. The sizes that I am struggling with are...

How to get rid of indentation under breast? 4 answers

I wore an underwire bra before my 3 month period was up, and have a slight indentation underneath my breast. It sits above my breast augmentation...

Silicone vs Saline breast implants? 5 answers

In 20 days, I will be getting a breast lift with implants and I'm indecisive about the type of implant to use - Saline or Silicone?

Cohesive gel implants swelling after doing push ups 4 answers

I had breast augmentation surgery 2 1/2 years ago. These are the cohesive gel implants. The other day i was doing push-ups and felt something pop or...

Breast Augmentation recovery concerns 3 answers

I had breast augmentation done with saline implants about 4 days back. I am concerned as right now, the implants look too high in comparison to actual...

Pain in right breast after augmentation 11 answers

I had breast augmentation two months ago. I still have pain in my right breast, near to the breast bone area. At night if I sleep on the right side,...

Square breast bottom after implants and lift 2 answers

Its been 5 weeks since my breast augmentation and lift, and my breasts are squared at the bottom. Will they round out? They are also very full (fat...

Silicone nodules in armpit from ruptured implant 8 answers

I have silicone nodules still in my armpit. I recently had seven nodules and two lymph nodes out, and now several more now in my armpit! Who should I...

Discounts for Breast implant replacement? 4 answers

I had Breast augmentation done a couple of months ago and realize I went way too small. How long is it good to wait until I have the surgery again? ...

Gummy Bear Cohesive for very, very thin patients? 3 answers

Although Gummy Bear Cohesive breast implants are less 'wavy' than the current gel implants, they are textured. Will this present a problem for very,...

What's your breast implant "return policy"? 4 answers

Are breast implants designed to last forever, or do the implant companies provide a guideline for the length of time that a pair of breast implants...

From 32A to 36A attainabe with Breast implants? 5 answers

I am a 21-year-old female who stands 5'5" and weighs 110 lbs. I am considering having Breast implants because the size of each differs by an inch...

Florida Breast Implant Replacement Doctor Recommendations 2 answers

Does anyone know of a Plastic surgeon in the south Florida area able to perform this type of procedure, to remove old implant and repalce with new?

Is it possible to have breast augmentation for patient with latex allergy? 3 answers

I have 4 kids and breastfed all of them. I would like my breasts to look better. But my allergy doctors told me not to think about it. I’m 34B....

Wait to have more kids before getting Breast Implants? 7 answers

I just had a baby a few months ago and after breastfeeding, my breasts are saggy and not as full as they used to be. I have always considered getting...

Breast implant replacement cost? 5 answers

How much does breast implant replacement cost as compared to the initial surgery?

Breastfeeding despite sensation loss? 2 answers

If you lose a moderate sensation after breast augmentation, will that lessen your chances of breastfeeding?

Double bubble and uneven breast implants? 2 answers

My breasts lost fullness and began to sag after breastfeeding. I wanted to regain fuller cleavage before my wedding at the end of June this year, and...

What does a surgeon do to correct bottoming out? 4 answers

What does a surgeon usually do to correct bottoming out from Breast implants? I am very scared of the pain and I'm going through another operation.

Preventing bottoming implants after breast replacement and lift? 6 answers

I have huge Breast implants, 1000 cc's. I look like a freak and want to have a Breast lift and replace the implants with one that will make me a D or...

Do my breast implants need replacing? 3 answers

I have had my implants for 5 years now. Recently, the right one started really itching and I thought nothing of it, but it has now started to hurt. It...

Bigger breast implant replacement after ruptured old ones? 10 answers

I am 5'7" weigh 135 lbs. I just had my Breast implant ruptured I am now doing silicone vs the saline. I had 380cc in my previous augmentation. My...

Will going under the muscle with interfere with my workouts? 8 answers

I am considering breast implants but have some concerns with going over or under the muscle. I am a 32A and very lean. I have had two children with...

Which breast implants are more likely to rupture? 5 answers

Are Saline Breast Implants more likely to rupture than Silicone Breast Implants?

Safe to have Benelli Lift with implant at the same time? 5 answers

My doctor told me that he doesn't feel comfortable doing those Benelli Lift with breast implants at once. He would do one or the other. But what if I...

Over the muscle Breast implants to achieve desired size? 3 answers

I have had numerous consultations for Breast augmentation. I'm an A/B cup hoping to achieve a small D. My official surgeon had recommended 300cc...

Bigger breast implants for more cleavage and fullness at top? 7 answers

I am confused as to whether I should go from a 300 cc mod plus profile gel breast implant (which I have now) to a 375 cc high profile. I have a narrow...

Painful breast and high implant after augmentation 4 answers

I just had breast augmentation a month ago. I am in pain because the implant has not dropped. My right breast is fine, but my left is awful. I have...

Infection or normal pain after breast implant and lift? 4 answers

I am 3 weeks post op from a Breast Lift & Breast Implant. 1st week was the most painful thing of my life but after week 2, I started to feel a lot...

Replacing breast implants using same breast pocket? 5 answers

My breast implants were too big so I had them removed and replaced with smaller implants placed in same breast pocket behind the pectoral muscle...

How and when does Capsular Contracture happen? 6 answers

I have breast implants and my right breast keeps getting Capsular Contracture. How and when does this happen?

Left breast bigger than the right after Breast Augmentation? 2 answers

I am currently 2 weeks and 2 days post op Breast implants. Went from an A/B to now? 330cc rt 340cc lt, mentor mod plus smooth submuscular. I am...

No improvement in breast augmentation issues 3 answers

On May 9, 2002, I underwent breast augmentation surgery. I was an A cup before. I never noticed any evident differences in my breast size before....

Another breast augmentation to add volume to saline implants? 3 answers

I went for 500cc's should have gone 600cc's like my dr. said. Will I have to have the full surgery done again to go bigger? I went about 100cc's too...

Sports bra over higher breast after augmentation? 1 answer

My left breast implant (550 CC) is still riding really high. Should I just put on a sports bra over it and let the other one just sit normally in the cup?

Rhinoplasty and Breast Implants in one week? 7 answers

I'm planning on on getting a Rhinoplasty revision under local anesthesia which is going to be on a Thursday. I'm also planning to get breast...

Skin retraction after breast lift upon breast implant removal 2 answers

I am seeking medical opinions of a breast lift upon removal of implants, without replacement. I have 300cc, textured, anatomical, submuscular saline...

New Inamed 410 breast implants more advantageous? 2 answers

Do the new form stable Inamed 410 breast implants provide a tangible health benefit over the current generation of silicone implants? Recommendations...

Extreme breast sensitivity months after breast augmentation? 1 answer

I had breast augmentation 6 mnths ago and my right breast is fine but my the skin on my left breast feels sore when clothing rubs it and feels...

Pain and swelling years after Breast Augmentation 3 answers

I've had Silicone Gel Implants for 4 years now with out a problem. 2 days ago, I slept on my implant and woke up with pain, swollen, and a red dotty...

Replace Saline implants with Silicone implants? 6 answers

I currently have high profile saline breast implants. My plastic surgeon will be doing a removal/implant replacement with lift. He is pushing me...

Breast Implant redo with HP implants? 5 answers

I got my implants two years ago. MP(Medium Profile) 450 cc silicone. Now I am considering getting them redone. Here's why: they are too high on my...


Opinions on armpit incision for Breast implants repair? 7 answers

Recently, found out via digital mammogram that the left one Breast implant has ruptured extracapsularly toward my shoulder. I'm waiting for MRI...

Will the capsule remain if breast implants leak? 3 answers

If my breast implants leak and are encapsulated, will the capsule remain?

Unsatisfactory results from Breast Augmentation? 2 answers

I'm one week post op and am not happy with the size. I thought they would have been larger. Should I wait until my breast "settle" to decide...

Will breast augmentation restrict further breast growth? 6 answers

I'm 18 years old, and planning to get breast implants. Would the procedure restrict any further growth I may have?

Breasts feel swollen, painful, and hot after augmentation 3 answers

I had breast implants over 4 years ago and now have severe swelling, heat to the touch, and pain when lifting or laying on my side. Can you tell me...

Will 400cc breast implants get me from an A cup to a small D cup? 2 answers

I am 5'4 100lbs with a 32 in band, left breast 10.2, right 10.4 and I want high profile silicone under the muscle implants. I am currently an A and...

Swelling and fluid build-up after breast implant removal 2 answers

I had radiation treatment on my left breast in 2000. I had the breast implant removed on March 31st. I am having a real problem with fluid build up....

Bumpy breast augmentation line 5 answers

The other day in the bath, I felt along the breast augmentation incision line (under my breasts), and the right one is fine, but the left one seems...

Advice for multiple procedures in Mexico? 3 answers

I am going to have a tummy tuck, breast lift, and breast augmentation done at the same time with a board-certified doctor in Mexico. He says he can...

Will right breast get larger than left with implants after breastfeeding? 5 answers

With my first pregnancy, my right breast got significantly bigger than my left. I am wondering, if I get breast implants and breastfeed again, will...

How fast can capsular contracture develop after breast augmentation? 4 answers

I had my breast augmentation surgery 15 days ago and had an allergic reaction to a band aid I used over my nipples because they were too sensitive....

Advice for achieving good cleavage with breast implants? 4 answers

I'm 24 years old and I had breast implants last year, from 32A to a 32D with 310 cc high profile, 11cm wide, 5.4 projection breast implants.Although...

Safest way to remove saline breast implants? 2 answers

I had a breast reduction. They removed my 340cc implants and put in 265cc but I am the same size after surgery. What can I do to make my breast a size...

Breast implant size concerns 3 answers

If you are almost a 36B, what is a good size to consider going to for breast implants? How much saline should you consider using? I am thinking about...

Breast implants and Liposculpture for a 23 year old? 7 answers

I want to know if its ok for a 23 year old to get Breast implants and Liposculpture?

What causes displaced breast implants? 2 answers

I have Mentor Smooth Round Moderate Profile Saline under the muscle. Is excess skin from weightloss a contributing factor to displaced breast...

Swelling and discomfort after breast augmentation 2 answers

I'm 5 ft 2 ins and had 300 cc saline implants almost a week now. I am still swollen and uncomfortable. Should I have them removed?

Why would my breast implant fall out? 3 answers

Major breast surgery complication to the extent my implant fell out after the incision opened and a load of green gunk came out. I have already had an...

Is a 40cc-difference in Breast implants size large? 2 answers

I recently got Breast implants and I think that they're too big. I've been beating myself up about it because I was originally going to get 320 cc's,...

Saline or Gummy Bear Silicone Breast Implants? 2 answers

I went to doctor A who recommended the "gummy bear" silicone breast implants about 250cc). Doctor B, however, made me a little more nervous...

When will my right breast drop in place after capsulotomy? 4 answers

I had capsulotomy (on the right breast) close to 6 weeks ago. At the time both implants were replaced and my surgeon created a new pocket on the right...

Afraid to ask my doctor questions related to post-op breast surgery 1 answer

I saw PS last Monday which was my four week mark. When I told him I was concerned about the right breast and that it is not dropping, he only looked...

Surgery needed to correct breast implant placement? 5 answers

Should I have another surgery to correct the placement of my breast implants? I had a Breast augmentation 3 years ago and they never quite settled...

Will rippling get worse overtime? 4 answers

I had surgery 3 months ago and have just noticed that on my right breast I have rippling. I really don't want to have another surgery. If the...

Does wearing breast implant strap affect final results? 5 answers

Can the breast implant strap cause implants to be too low? Almost 3 month ago I got breast implants and I was given a strap to use so the implants...

Replacing old Saline breast implants with no paperwork? 3 answers

Who were the manufacturer's of Saline implants in the early 90's? I just had one of my implants removed and there are no identifying markings. I...

Right Breast implants for average built with small breast size? 6 answers

I'm about an average sized 19 year old female (140 lbs) with a barely 32AA chest. I am wanting to get Breast implants in the next year but I have no...

Do breast implants cause breast tissue to deteriorate? 2 answers

Currently 34C. Don't smoke, exercise, and eat right. If I have saline implants (placed submuscular) removed after 10 years without replacement,...

One breast feels loose after augmentation 2 answers

I had my breast enlargement over a year and a half ago, and just recently, my right breast has just started to feel slighlty loose compared to the...

Scar tissue from Breast Implants 1 answer

I have Breast Implants and my right breast is very sore and and a rash is forming below my breast I have gel implants and should I ignore this and is...

Sharp twitching, burning feelings normal after Breast augmentation? 1 answer

I had Breast implants from an A-cup to a D-cup. Overall, the pain is just uncomfortable. At times,I get real sharp twitches and a burning sensation,...

Knot under nipple after Breast Implants? 4 answers

I am 12 days post op from getting breast implants. I feel a small knot under nipple on left breast. Is this normal or could I be getting capsular...

Breast augmentation incision concern 2 answers

Which type of breast augmentation incision is least likely to cause loss of sensation of the nipples?

What to do with low breasts after Breast Augmentation? 4 answers

How can I figure out if its not just my opinion and what can I do now?

Will insurance cover breast augmentation reconstruction for a papilloma? 2 answers

It has been removed and there is not a huge difference in size.

Breast implant advice for full and natural results? 2 answers

I am a mother of 3, 5'2" and currently 120 lbs, I wear 34 A bra, but don't fill it out! (I'm not sure if this matters but, my breast width is...

Replace breast implants due to corner fold? 6 answers

I have a fold in my left breast in the corner that I can feel. My doctor reassures me that this is alright and once the capsule regrows over the...

Does having Breast implants affect health coverage? 6 answers

Is it true that women with Breast implants may have a problem getting health coverage?

Breast lift with implants to achieve round shape? 2 answers

I need a breast lift, but I also want round breast shape after surgery. Do I need lift and breast implants to achieve this?

Gummy bear breast implants cost? 4 answers

How much is the Gummy bear breast implants surgery? I want to get breast implants and I am very interested in the gummy bear implants but cant find...

California Breast Implants Doctor Recommendations 2 answers

I had breast implants 10 years ago, but need another one. Can anyone recommend some good doctors in Stockton, CA or Sacramento, CA where I won't get...

Replacing breast implants every 10 years? 2 answers

Do I have to change breast implants every ten years, or can I go on with them for as long as I can until something happens to them? Is it preferable...

Recurring Breast Implant rejection? 4 answers

I had Breast Implants 20 years ago and my body rejected them, they went hard like tennis balls and uncomfortable. I would like to try again but what...

Saline breast implant size similar with Silicone? 4 answers

I am having a hard time deciding between Saline breast implants and Silicone breast implants. My plastic surgeon has already given me a cc...

Keeping pockets open after breast implants revision? 2 answers

I recently had a bottomed out breast implant revision where my surgeon also cut a larger pocket superiorly. I have been trying to push the implant...

Sleeping on stomach change Breast implants volume? 6 answers

I wanted bigger breasts because im athletic and I didnt have any. I had a Breast augmentation done on December 2008 and I have gel implants. Will the...

How long before infected breast implants are removed? 5 answers

Do you have to wait for infected breast implants be removed or replaced?

Stitch abscess after Breast augmentation? 4 answers

I had Breast augmentation and Mastopexy in 2/2009. I had 1 follow-up visit with surgeon who performed surgery. I had to move for my job, so found...

Bruise-like pain under breast after augmentation 2 answers

I had an under the muscle breast augmentation 9 months ago, and have started to get bruise-like pain at the bottom side of my left breast. It's been...

Do breast enhancement pills work? 2 answers

Breast actives cream or pills?

How to bring breasts closer after Breast implants 2 answers

I had my breasts done and decided to go with a 400cc implants. My breasts are extremely far apart and my doctor said it is because my rib cage is...

Right breast has more swelling after augmentation 1 answer

I'm a 25-year-old athletic woman, 182 cms in height. I had breast augmentation 2 weeks ago. My plastic surgeon used 245 cc anatomical textured mentor...

Under the muscle implant placement for natural feel? 2 answers

I am planning on getting breast implants this year. I hold above all, the most important thing to be feel of the implants. I want them to be bouncy,...

Statistics on women getting deathly ill after breast implants? 2 answers

I had memory gel 375 cc subgladular implants less thatn 3 weeks ago, and many women on this site they've been deathly ill after getting breast...

Possible rippling or other breast implant problem? 2 answers

I am 4 weeks post op on my breast augmentation. I had 350cc cohesive gel with over the muscle implants. I took my bra off in the evening as advised...

Will the tightness go away after Breast implants? 2 answers

I had Breast implants and was not happy with how the implants sat. I wanted them higher and closer together. So my doctor told me he could do this...

Accolate for suspected capsular contracture? 3 answers

I am now 7 weeks Breast augmentation post-op and was recently told by my plastic surgeon that I may have beginning signs of capsular contracture, due...

Moderate profile breast implants too big for me? 3 answers

I'm 5'9" and 155 lbs with a small waist and larger hips. I have a large chest bone that sticks out a bit. Will 500 cc silicone moderate profile...

Showering after Breast Augmentation? 3 answers

My crease incision from breast augmentation will be closed with external nylon sutures. I have heard different stories as to the timing of suture...

Breast implants size following Mastectomy? 2 answers

I had a bilateral Mastectomy on 5/5/09. I will be having Breast implants after finishing my chemotherapy. What size of Breast implants will give me a...

Will replacing breast implant cure capsular contracture? 3 answers

If I have the left Breast implant removed for a couple of months, then have it placed back, would that treat the capsular contracture condition?

Left Breast implant possibly slipped through? 5 answers

I am 22 days Breast implants post op with 410cc unders. My right breast is settling great. It's lovely and rounded and is getting more and more...


Recommended breast implant size for tall athletic build? 7 answers

I am looking into a breast job. How do I know what size is best for me? I am 5'9" and weight about 125 lbs. I have an athletic build. My size cup...

Implant sizing for wide chest? 4 answers

I'm going in forAugmentation surgeryin August. I'm 5'4", 160#, small 36B/large 36A, with broad shoulders/chest. Goal is large C to...

Bottomed out right breast implant? 2 answers

I feel like my right breast implant has bottomed out. I am 2 weeks post op. It has been this was since day one. I was a 34B and went to a 34C with a...

Rippling and uncomfortable breast after augmentation 3 answers

On the right side of my right breast near my armpit, I feel ripples and they worsen if I lean over. It feels uncomfortable if I move the breast a...

Stinging pain normal 17 days after Breast augmentation? 6 answers

I had Breast augmentation with placement under the muscle and a vertical lift all at the same time 17 days ago, I'm still having pain on each side of...

Putting breast implants back after staph infection? 2 answers

On April 9th I had breast implants. Being allergic to the antibiotics, I did not take them, then I got a staph infection in both breasts. My doctor...

Misaligned Breast implants 2 answers

I have new Breast implants, and they don’t look exactly how I expected. One breast is higher than the other? Is this normal? I asked my doctor...

How to achieve cleavage after Breast feeding and implants? 4 answers

Well I've had Breast implants for two years now but I recently had a baby, I had only breast fed for one month, so my breasts don't need a lift. I'm...

Effects of smoking on Breast augmentation results? 3 answers

What happens if you still smoke before Breast augmentation? What are the effects on the outcome of the breasts and can I ever smoke again? I've...

Best breast implant with minimal risk of contracture? 2 answers

I am torn between recommendations for primary Breast augmentation: (1) Silicone implants (below muscle through peri-aerolar incision), or (2) Inamed...

Should I go bigger than C cup for breast augmentation? 1 answer

I am 5'2, 110lbs, and a size 32A. How big should I go for breast implants? My husband wants me to go no bigger then a full C cup. I don't know if I...

Sleeping on belly after breast augmentation? 2 answers

I am 17 days post breast augmentation(silicone implants under the muscle) and I feel great. Is it safe for me to sleep on my stomach? My only problem...

Dent and redness after Kenalog injections on breast 1 answer

I had a breast augmentation done about 3 years ago. However, about a month ago, I saw a bump, near my left breast. It looked as though it was a bone...

Implant rippling at the base of one breast 3 answers

I am 5'2", 105 lbs with minimal breast tissue from breastfeeding(32A). I chose 300 cc silicone moderate plus profile (smooth round) breast...

Lifetime warranty for Mentor breast implants? 2 answers

I think my breast implants were manufactured by Mentor, and I am just wondering (because I don't remember) if there's a lifetime warranty on them,...

Ankara Turkey Breast Implants doctor recommendations 1 answer

Hi everyone. I'm going to Ankara, Turkey in October to see my husband and also to get my Saline implants removed and get new ones put in. Does anybody...

Multiple surgery costs too high? 3 answers

I am having breast implant replacement and upper eyelids done by a Santa Monica doctor at the price of $15,000. This is the total price for anesthesia...

Breast Implants for patient with history of MRSA? 4 answers

Can I get Breast implants, even with a history of MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) in my left breast due to mastitis?

Moving Silicone breast implants? 3 answers

I can feel my Silicone Breast Implants move around a lot as I move. I'm post op of 2 years. They're under the muscle and they've been moving around a...

Asymmetry still present after breast augmentation 4 answers

I had breast augmentation to fix asymmetric breasts. I asked my surgeon if I should have breast reduction first since the right breast is over a cup...

Changing placement with same breast implant? 3 answers

I am going to switch from subpectoral to sunglandualar but will be using the same breast implants. I am getting conflicting information regarding...

Options for capsular contracture correction? 2 answers

What are my options to correct the capsular contracture and the chances of a good result? I've read that having had radiation, replacing, or removing...

Things to know before having Breast implants? 4 answers

What should I know and consider before having a Breast augumentation? I am 20 years old and I don't know how much the surgery would cost nor what to...

Seroma after Breast augmentation 1 answer

I got Breast Augmentation 3 weeks ago and 2 weeks after when my stiches were removed, I had a lot of yellow (little bit of blood) liquid come out. ...

Questions to ask during breast augmentation consultation? 2 answers

I'm Saba and I live in Pakistan. I am 30 years old with 2 babies. My breast have sagged big time, and I want to go for breast augmentation. Can you...

Breast implants expiration? 6 answers

I had a breast augmentation last year of 2008 of May and i want to know if the implants have an expiration do i need to remove it after years or do...

Sleep on stomach 16 days after Breast augmentation? 2 answers

I am 16 days Breast augmentation post-op and everything seems to be going well. My question is, is it okay to sleep on my stomach again if I am...

Hardness and pain after Breast implants of 38 years 3 answers

38 years ago, I had a Breast augmentation and now I feel hardness and pain in my left nipple. Is it natural? It's been hard for years; but now that I...

New Jersey breast augmentation surgeon recommendations 2 answers

Wanted to know if anyone could recommend a great surgeon in NJ for a breast augmantation.I have heard great things about one Dr. but he has a high...

Milk Thistle for Capsular Contracture? 1 answer

I had breast implants, and my right breast keeps having capsular contracture. My plastic surgeon pops them everytime I see him. He put me on milk...

What changes can I expect after my breast augmentation? 1 answer

I'm 1 week post-op from breast augmentation and I'm kind of worried. I was a 34 small C, tight and non-saggy. My plastic surgeon thought 450 cc would...

Breast implants asymmetry likely to be permanent? 2 answers

I recently had a Breast augmentation, but my left breast is significantly larger than my right. It has been 2 weeks post-op and my left breast remains...

Breast augmentation results didn't go as discussed 2 answers

I had a breast augmentation 10 days ago. It went great, but I'm not happy. During the 1st visit, I didn't know what I wanted, so I just listened to...

Breasts too high after augmentation 2 answers

I had a breast augmentation three weeks ago (Mentor high profile silicone texturized implants, 350 CC's). I am a little worried because they are too...

Hypoallergenic Breast implant alternative? 3 answers

I think I am allergic to my breast implants. Is there an alternative? I have had bilateral mastectomies, one w/ TRAM reconstruction and other w/...

Breast implant size for 34C after mastectomy? 2 answers

I recently had a bilateral mastectomy and now have a tissue expander. I would like to know, what breast implant size would give me a size 34C after...

Possible for my body to push out breast implants? 2 answers

It has been two years since I started thinking of getting breast implants. I used to have a belly button ring, and my body literally pushed it out...

Downsizing implants change the nipples' appearance? 2 answers

I had Breast implants to achieve a C cup, but I ended up with a D. If I have the D cups removed  for smaller C cups, could my scar around nipples...

Breast size with 260 gram implant on A cup? 2 answers

I'm currently a 32A. What size will I be with 260 grams of breast implants?

Will augmented breasts smoothen out eventually? 1 answer

I had a Breast augmentation with a benelli lift 5 weeks ago. My implants are silicone and was placed using dual plane technique. I am concerned...

Pain and tenderness after Breast lift with implants 4 answers

I had my breasts lifted and augmented in February of last year. I fell pregnant in August and had my son 9 weeks ago. After surgery, all was fine for...

Uneven breast height after augmentation? 1 answer

I had Breast Augmentation surgery 5 months ago, silicone gel unders. My right implant is still high, before surgery my breast size was cup A. And now...

Soft, moving lump after breast implants 5 answers

Can a breast implant have an air pocket type of soft lump that moves?

How can I get Breast Implants with no credit? 1 answer

I have no credit or bad credit. I could possibly put a $1,000 dollars down.

Allergan style 20 500cc HP is too flat ? 1 answer

Is it true that Allergan style 20 500cc is too flat in projection at a 5.2 vs. style 20 475cc and 550cc in projection?

Breasts look fake after augmentation 2 answers

I had my breast augmentation performed two years ago. I wanted the moderate plus silicone implant, but my surgeon convinced me into getting full...

Breast implant type and size I should I get? 2 answers

I recently had my consultation. I am getting breast implants in September. I opted for saline, however the silicone just felt much more believable and...

Higher breast implant risk for younger patients? 3 answers

I am 18 years old and am wanting breast implants. I am 5'7'' and 125 lbs. I have read that saline implants are approved for 18 and over, unlike...

Will breast implants make fibromyalgia symptoms worse? 1 answer

I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia Syndrome 6 years ago. My symptoms drastically got worse after a car accident. I am 36 years old and would like to...

Breast implants too low after wearing strap 3 answers

I had Breast implants about 2-3 months ago. I was told that I needed to use the strap around my chest. I think I used it too tight and too low. Now I...

Was I given economy brand breast implants? 1 answer

I am 5'4'' very slim and had very small breasts (even a A cup bra was too big for me). I wanted to be larger but natural but I was on a budget. So I...

Muscle inflammation after Breast implants and reconstruction 1 answer

I had a mastectomy in September. I underwent reconstruction. I have an inflammatory response in my muscle and a deep aching pain everytime I use my...

Spreading rash from steri strips after breast implants 2 answers

I had breast implants almost 5 weeks ago and at 3 weeks, I started to get itchy and red around the steri strips. I had them removed a week later, and...

Tennessee Breast augmentation and Tummy Tuck doctor recommendations 4 answers

I have lost 105 lbs. with gastric bypass and now weigh about 117lbs. I  would love to have Breast augmentation and a Tummy tuck. I also would...

Is it recommended to get MRI with Saline Breast Implants? 2 answers

I understand that with silicone implants it is recommended to get an MRI every 3 years or so. Is this recommended with saline implants as well?

Ultrasound for ruptured breast implants? 3 answers

I went to a private clinic to have my boobs done 2 years ago, but now I may have a ruptured breast implant. Am I in any danger? Should I have the NHS...

Swelling and pain after breast augmentation 1 answer

I'm 2 1/2 months post breast augmentation. I had a 220cc implant placed in my right breast. A week after surgery, my muscle from my nipple to my back...

How to prevent recurring rippling from breast augmentation? 1 answer

Hello! 4 years ago, I had a subglandular Breast augmentation with moderate Saline implant. After 3 years, I had sagging breast with rippling implants...

Comparing breast implant brands 2 answers

How does Natrelle silicone brand compare to Mentor or Inamed implants?

Another procedure necessary with pregnancy after breast augmentation? 2 answers

I'm 24 and stopped breastfeeding about 6 months ago. I'm thinking about getting a breast augmentation. Since I am definitely going to have more...

Will skin look too stretched after downsizing breast implants? 2 answers

I had implant silicone mentor 350 cc HP breast implants in February of this year. It is too big for my lifestyle and frame (5'3 114 lbs). I am...

Breast sagged 3 year after Breast augmentation? 3 answers

Hi, I got my Breast augmented 3 years ago, with Saline implants, my breast were not sagging before the surgery. I just wanted to have the bigger look...

Will implants fill the breasts as muscles relax? 1 answer

I am beginning to become quite disapointed in the size of my breasts after my breast augmentation, as I do not feel they look that much bigger...

Under vs over the muscle placement for Gummy bear implants? 1 answer

Where is the best placement when using the gummy bears - under or over the muscle? I am 3 months pre-op for having this surgery done and at my 1st...

Okay to stop sleeping elevated after Breast Implants? 2 answers

It has been 8 days since my breast implant surgery. Is it okay to stop sleeping elevated now?

Concerns with over the muscle breast implants after pregnancy 3 answers

I am about to get married and we wanted to start a family right away. My whole family has breast fed and I plan on doing the same. Also, I know that...

Cost of Breast Implant replacement? 2 answers

I had Breast implants 8 years ago and I'd like to have them made smaller. How much does it cost to have my implants exchanged for a smaller size?

Right breast pain and hardness a year after augmentation? 1 answer

My right breast is hard and it hurts,one year after breast augmentation surgery. It feels like when I first had them done. It's hard to get up and or...

New higher profile implants? 1 answer

I was told that at  a plastic surgery annual seminar in Las Vegas, a new, higher profile breast implant with even more projection was featured....

Fixing asymmetrical bottom out breast implants? 2 answers

I am bottoming out and one breast is lower than the other. Can this be fixed by revision surgery and will it leave both breasts symmetrical?

Cost for breast augmentation revision? 1 answer

My doctor put 45cc less than what I was told was going to be put in for my breast implants. Now, I feel my breasts are too small. I am wondering, how...

Saline breast implants less likely to harden? 2 answers

I've had Silicone breast implants for 35 years without replacements. The only problem I've had is hardening. I am having them replaced because I now...

Sore breast 2 years after Breast augmentation? 1 answer

Breast augmentation surgery two years ago and my left breast is very sore and I am afraid I might need reconstructive surgery. What do you think is...

Stretched skin under breasts after augmentation? 1 answer

What do I do if I stretched the skin underneath my breast, between the pocket and my stomach after breast augmentation? I was reaching and felt like...

30cc-difference in Breast implants noticeable in the long run? 1 answer

During the Breast augmentation surgery, my doctor filled one side of my breasts with 350cc breast implants and the other with 380cc. When I asked him...

Pain level for Breast augmentation and Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Will a Tummy Tuck and Breast augmentation be too much pain to handle?

Breast augmentation for someone who suffered from anxiety? 2 answers

I'm really considering Breast Augmentation. During the consultation, I was pretty excited, but after leaving, I began having all kinds of negative...

Too much pain after Breast implants 3 answers

I just had Breast implants to correct a tubular deformity. Now I have a horrbile pain under my right breast along the rib cage. It is a sharp, searing...

Breast Implant profile advice 1 answer

I am 5'7" 135lbs. I was wondering if high profile breast implants would be good for me. I have had a child so I do have some sagging, not much...

Chronic headache and fatigue after breast implants 1 answer

Since December 2008, I've been sick and have chronic fatigue. I'd never been sick before in my life so I'm wondering, could it be because of my breast...

Colorado or Arizona Breast augmentation doctor recommendations 1 answer

I would like to know the best route for me to take for correcting my unevenness. My left breast is a small C, my right, a D Cup. They seem droopy and...

Will breasts sag with pregnancy after implants? 2 answers

I have a 6-year-old child and I got breast implants after she was born, after my breasts were already deformed. I am now wondering, now that I am...

Better satisfaction with switching from saline to silicone breast implants? 1 answer

Will I be better satisfied in terms of feel (softer and natural) and appearance (less ripples) for another 10-15 years if I replaced the saline...


Torn suture from lifting after breast augmentation? 2 answers

I had breast implants last week and I did something stupid today. I guess since I'm just about pain free, I forgot that I'm not supposed to lift...

Common bra size after 335cc Breast implants? 1 answer

What bra size or size breast do people tend to end up with after having 335cc Breast implants? I was an A cup, and after having my two children, I...

Placing Gummy Bear implants through the areola? 1 answer

Can the new Gummy Bear Cohesive breast implants be placed through the areola without much damage?

Will breast implants drop 6 weeks after revision? 1 answer

I had cc revision 6 weeks ago. The breast implant was quite high on my chest, but is starting to drop and moving nicely. My plastic surgeon said he...

Risks of Twilight sedation for Breast lift and augmentation? 2 answers

I'm a healthy 27 year old. I've been to a consultation with a local Dr. and I'm considering a Breast lift/Breast implants. However, I want to...

Silicone breast implant slipped into a new pocket? 1 answer

Hi, I had cohesive gel silicone implants 4 years ago & all was well until I noticed when I lift my right arm up a lump appears under the implant...

Breast Implant Removal for someone with scleroderma and pulmonary fibrosis? 2 answers

I have to have my breast implants (operation was in Sept 1990) removed due to rupture, however, I am now suffering from scleroderma and pulmonary...

Caring for small children after Breast augmentation

Did anyone have a Breast augmentation and have small children? I have 3 children ages 5, 3 and 1. Is recovery doable with having 3 small children...

Considerations for replacing Saline with Silicone breast implants? 1 answer

I have 500cc submuscular Saline breast implants soon to be replaced by Silicone implants (memory gel). My reason is I want a more natural shape and...

Options for rippling Saline breast implants? 1 answer

I used to have Silicone gel implants but they ruptured, leaked and has massive capsular contraction. They also made me very very ill. I had them...

Smaller cup size with losing weight after breast implants? 1 answer

I recently got breast implants which made me go from a B cup to a D cup. If I plan to lose about 20 lbs, will my cup size drop more than a C cup,...

Idaho Breast Implants doctor recommendations 2 answers

I want to get Breast implants. I have breasts that are not the same size one is 36A cup the other one is a training bra size. What is the cost to...

Swelling 4 weeks after breast augmentation normal? 1 answer

After having silicone breast implants (280cc on right side, 350 on left) approximately 4 weeks ago, I'm still sore; is this normal? Thank you for your...

St. Louis, Missouri Breast augmentation doctor recommendations

I live in St. Louis Missouri and I am looking to get Breast augmentation as soon as I find a surgeon. Can anyone recommend a good surgeon? I want a...

Deflated breast implant from carrying 9 lbs? 1 answer

Two weeks after I got breast implants, I was carrying a bag that weighed 9 lbs. I had a very bad/painful muscle spasm and immediately felt my right...

Financing plans for Body Lift and Breast Augmentation?

If I don't qualify for any type of financing plan, would the office have one? I am wanting to get a Body Lift and Breast Implants. I have been wanting...

Denver Breast implants doctor recommendations

I am considering Breast augmentation. How do I find the best doctor to go to in Denver, CO? I don't want to be big. I exercise all the time and my...