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What Types of Breast Implants Are Available in the US? 82 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...
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Silicone Breast Implants Safe? 67 answers

Need to know more about the safety and whether doctors now recommend getting silicone breast implants
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Silicone Breast Implants Vs. Saline - How to Choose? 46 answers

Which are better, silicone breast implants or saline breast implants?
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Do You Lose 50 Cc's with Behind the Muscle Silicone Implant Placement? 34 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...
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Waited for Breast Implants Until I Was Done Breastfeeding? 32 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 more.... I now...
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Should I Wait for New Breast Implant Technology? 27 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. ...
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Does Silicone Ripple Less Than Overfilled Saline? 27 answers

I went for my first consult last week and I was unfortunately told that I am not a good candidate for saline due to being thin and having only a small...
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Silicone More Natural Looking Than Saline. Fact or Myth? 26 answers

Hi, I've got several questions. I want to know if silicone implants do in fact appear more natural (less rippling on the breast) than saline after...
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Silicone Breast Implants Done in 1972. Recent MRI Completed - Remove or Leave Alone? 24 answers

MRI:Rt Breast-small zone of posterior contained intracapsular implant rupture,subcentimeter area.No evidence for parenchymal silicone or gel bleed...
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Severely Depressed by New Breast Implants 21 answers

I had breast implants put in a week ago they are 400hp silicone gel.  I was trying to go from a 34A to a 34C cup (under the muscle). I am only...
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Antique Silicone Implants - Should I Have Them Removed? 21 answers

I had silicone breast implants done 30 years ago and my last mammo showed them intact. Should I have them removed because they are old?
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Best Approach to Improve Breast Asymmetry? 21 answers

Hi all! Thank you for answering our questions. Mine is the following: Provided there is no breast lift needed and that we are talking about small A...
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Do Leaking Silicone Implants Cause Problems in Your Joints? 20 answers

My silicone implants are leeking and I'm having a lot of problems with my joints (knees, shoulders, ankles, hips). I was told it was from the...
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Breast Implants to Minimize Gap Between Breasts on a Wide Chest? 20 answers

I have a pretty wide BWD (about 16-18 cm as far as I have measured) and am shooting for a natural 36C-D look, I am currently a small 36B with a fair...
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Do Silicone Breast Implants Cost Depend on Size? 20 answers

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Should I Replace my Saline Implants with Silicone Through Nipples or Under the Breast? 20 answers

I have saline implants for 7 years, through my nipples, and want to replace them with silicone. But one doctor wants to go under the breast instead of...
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Ruptured Implant and Silicone in Lymph Node 19 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...
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What is the Maximum Size Implant That Can Be Placed Safely Behind the Muscle for Silicone Memory Gel? 19 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...
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Surgery for Silicone Breast Implant Complication? 19 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...
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Do Silicone Breast Implants Harden over Time? 19 answers

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Silicone Under Muscle Implants Rippling 5 Weeks Post-op 19 answers

I am 5 weeks post-op and already have rippling to my right breast. I can also feel the implant. My left one seems fine. I started as an A cup and am...
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Silicone Implant Contracture: Is It the Patient's Fault? 19 answers

I had saline implants for 10 years then one leaked (due to defective valve), deflated quickly, and encapsulated, so I had them both replaced with...
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How Are Under Muscle Saline Breast Implants Different from Silicone? 18 answers

I am looking into having breast implants very soon. I really would like to get silicone because of how much more natural they are, but I am only 19...
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Infection After Breast Implants and Lift 18 answers

I Had Breast Implant (Silicone) and Lifting and I Have Infection. What Do I Do?
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Are Saline or Silicone Implants Better for Tubular Breasts? 18 answers

At 20 years old, I have tubular breasts set far apart and have been looking into mastoplexy surgery. I understand that there are two options: saline...
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Moderate Plus Vs High Profile Silicone Gel Implants? 17 answers

I'm in the middle of figuring out what implants I should get. I've dedided on either 275 or 300ccs of Silicone gel implants. I just can't figure out...
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How Much Do Silicone Breast Implants Cost? 17 answers

I am considering breast augmention with silicone implants.  Please help me price out the average cost of silicone breast implants so i know what...
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I Can Hear Alot of Fluid Around my Breast Implant - Is That Normal? 17 answers

It's been about 7 days since my left breast implant(silicon) has been replaced. It was taken out due to a breast abcess about 5 months ago. I can...
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Is Sheyla Hershey, Biggest Breast Implants in the World, in Danger? 16 answers

Model Sheyla Hershey's latest breast implant surgery took her to the extremely large size 38KKK. Because safety standards actually exist in the US...
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Saline Vs Silicone Breast Implants for a More Natural Look? 16 answers

I'm getting Breast Augmentation in 2 months. I had originally decided on a 320cc silicone implant, but now feel safer going with saline.I contacted my...
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I am Thin but I Want Subglandular Implants. Is This a Bad Idea? 16 answers

I am very thin with little breast tissue, but desire subglandular silicone implants, mostly because I am afraid of the pain and object to the idea of...
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Just Booked Surgery for Saline Implants, but Worried I Should Go for Silicone. Opinion? 16 answers

I am 22 yrs old and 5'4" 110 lbs. I have a very small frame. I feel safer going with saline implants because of the bad rep silicone used to...
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Are 300cc Silicone Breast Implants Too Big for a Petite, A Cup Woman? 15 answers

Will getting 300cc high profile silicone breast implants be too big or fake-looking on my body? The implants will be under the muscle. My...
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Possible to Have Soft and Bouncy Breasts from Implants? 15 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...
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Can I Get a Normal Mammogram After Breast Implants? 15 answers

I have breast implants and am wondering if there are different mamography procedures or if a standard mamography would suffice? Can anyone advise?
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Replacing Silicone Breast Implants with Moderate Sagging 15 answers

I currently have 270cc silicone implants that are 30 years old. No problems ever! I am interested in a lift though, but do not want the scars. With...

Why Do Silicone Breast Implants Cost More Than Saline? 15 answers

Why is it that silicone implants cost more than saline implants?
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Breast Implant Size More Likely to Give Full C Cup? 15 answers

What size of breast implants that are more likely to give me a full to large C cup? My beginning size is 34A. I was looking at the 500cc silicone...
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Is 375CC Too Big for my Body? 15 answers

Hello, I went to my first consultation for a breast augmentation. I am 5'1 105 pounds and a small A cup. I have had one child so my breasts...
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Not Possible to Replace Breast Implants After Rupture? 15 answers

I have 19 yr. old Mentor Replicon Silicone implants that are now ruptured & all the doctors tell me explantation is my only choice but they all 3...
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Are Silicone Implants Heavier Than Saline? 15 answers

I'm curious if there's a weight difference between silicone and saline breast implants.
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Visible Rippling Just 3 Days Post-op, Possibility of Getting Better? (photo) 15 answers

I have 330cc silicone implants placed over the muscle. I had very little native breast tissue in my upper pole, and am 5'2" 115 lbs. I'm...
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Silicone Breast Implants - Right vs. Left? 15 answers

Is there a difference between a right sided silicone breast implant versus a left sided silicone breast implant? Is the form different for each side...
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Could I Be Allergic to my Breast Implants? 14 answers

I got silicone breast implants about 10 days ago and I had a local allergic reaction to the adhesive tegaderm that was over my incision. I now...
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650cc Breast Implants to Get C or D Cups? 14 answers

I am 5'7" and 165 pounds (I have a large frame and have always been heavier than I look - currently I fit in size 10 pants). My breast size is...
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How Long Before Silicone Implants Risk Leakage? 14 answers

How long can you leave silicone breast implants in before they risk leakage?  Mine are 13 years old and I'm worried that they may start to leak soon.
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Will 400cc HP Breast Implants Look Fine on Small Frame? 14 answers

I am 4'11" and 100 lbs. I am now a 32 B. I am considering 400cc with silicone high profile breast implants. Do you think that will be okay on my...
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MP or HP Breast Implants for Less Rippling? 14 answers

I am 5 foot 3 and 92 lbs. I currently have moderate plus smooth round gel implants but am now considering switching to high profile. Since I was...
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Silicone Implants Ruptured, Leaked into Lymph Nodes 14 answers

I had my silicone implants put in, in 1988 under the muscle. I discoved after a mammogram about 2 weeks ago that they are both ruptured and have...
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Silicone Sub-glandular 14 answers

The Dr I consulted says I have mild tuberous breasts and recommends silicone implants placed above the muscle and no lift. For both the sternum to...
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Opinions on Massaging Silicone Under the Muscle (With Alloderm) Implants? 14 answers

Dr. Says not necessary, but 4 weeks after surgery having pain (no other symptoms) . Contraindicated to do light massage? Still lots of numbness.
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Can You Get One of Your Silicone Implants Bigger Than the Other? 14 answers

I was under the impression that you can only get saline implants that are different sizes, with one being filled more than the other. Can you do the...
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What Are Symptoms of Silicone Poisoning from Breast Implants? 13 answers

I got silicone breast implants over a decade ago, and I have recently become very sick.  The only doctor I've seen so far took a blood sample and...
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Cup Size After 500-550cc Breast Implants? 13 answers

I am scheduled to have breast augmentation surgery in a couple of weeks. I'm 6'0 tall and 128 lbs, and I wear an A/B cup. I'm hoping to be...
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How Much Cc is Needed to Achieve Full C Breasts? 13 answers

I am 31 years old, 5'4 & 145 pounds. I have had 1 singleton pregnancy and twins; I breast fed all three. I wear a 36B, however, the B cup is not...
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How Common is a Silicone Allergy with Silicone Breast Implants? 13 answers

I have a lot of allergies and I am concerned that silicone may be a problem for me. Is there any way to test for a silicone allergy? Is it rare or...
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Will 250-275cc Silicone Breast Implant Result in a C Cup? 13 answers

I am getting Breast Augmentation done in 2 weeks. I am currently a 32A cup 5'2" 105 lbs and I would like to be a C cup.My surgeon is talking...
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Surgeon in US Who Uses More Than 800cc Silicone Implants? 13 answers

Is there a surgeon in the United States that can and will use a silicone breast implants larger than 800cc?
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Do Silicone Breast Implants Cause Autoimmune Disorders? 13 answers

I would want to undergo a breast augmentation and the doctor wants to use silicon gel implants. I am a bit worried about the longevity of the implants...
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Smelly Silicone Gel Breast Implants? 13 answers

My silicone gel breast implants smell! I can smell them and so can my friends. I thought it was just me but people I know can smell them. What is...
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300 HP Silicon or 325 HP Silicon to Get a Full B / Small C at Biggest? 13 answers

Hello! I am 5'2", 110lbs, 32A. I have been to 2 consults and both saidI have a very narrow chest and not much existing breast tissue at all...
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MRI Screening for Silicone Breast Implants? 13 answers

Do silicone breast implants need MRI screening every 2 to 3 years?
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Implant Replacement - 3 Weeks Post Op and Unhappy 13 answers

I had surgery to replace saline implants overs with smooth gel implants over. Surgeon recommended sub musc placement of implants with lift. I'm...
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Silicone or Saline Implants Recommended for Plenty Breast Tissue? 13 answers

I am pretty much a full 36C with some deflation from breastfeeding, but I have plenty of breast tissue. I am having a hard time choosing between...
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Regular Silicone or Cohesive Gel Implants for Tuberous Breasts? 13 answers

I am a 34A with a mild case of tuberous breast. I would like to get breast augmentation and become a 34C, however, I am having difficulty in deciding...
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How Many CCs Will I Need? 13 answers

Finally decided on getting silicone implants instead of saline. My PS is using Mentor, under the muscle, inframammary incision, & moderate plus...
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Why Does my Implant Look Bad? 13 answers

How come 15 months post op, my silicone gel implant on my left looks as if its sagging really bad making it look terrible compared to my right? I hate...
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How Old Do You Have to Be for Breast Implants? 13 answers

I would like breast implants at 21. can i get memory gel?
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How Do You Know when There is a Rupture with Silicone Implants? 13 answers

At my consultation, I felt both saline and silicone and as soon as I touched the silicone, I was sold on getting HP silicone implants. From watching...
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I Am Trying to Decide Between 304 and 339cc Silicone Subpectoral. Which Size Would the 339cc Place Me At. Currently Small 34b 13 answers

I have a pretty slendar build.
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Mammogram on 25 year old gel implants 13 answers

My implants (made by Dow Corning) are over 25 (got them the beginning of 1986) years old and are silicone. I am scheduled for a mammogram in 2 weeks...
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Want to Downsize Implants - 375cc Mod Plus Implants 12 answers

I had breast augmentation 6 months ago and felt my breasts were too big then and the feeling still lingers. I had 375cc Moderate Plus silicone...
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How Long Does It Take for Breasts to "Drop" After an Implant Replacement? 12 answers

I am planning on implant replacments from saline to silicone. My implants are submuscular. I am hoping for a slight increase in size (say half a cup...
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I Am Considering Getting my Boobs Done. Which is Better: Saline or Silicone? 12 answers

I have heard silicone feel more natural, but I am afraid because they have had a bad reputation. If they rupture, will I get sick? My friend has...
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Largest Silicone Implant That Can Get Inserted Through Nipple? 12 answers

Can i get silicon implants 450cc though my nipple
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Way to Stop Dropping of Silicone Implant? 12 answers

I am two weeks post op from TABA with silicone 300/325cc unders (34 maybe-a-B preop)and since surgery I have had what looks like a double bubble. It...
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What to Expect from Silicone Breast Implants? 12 answers

Is Silicone implant surgery above the muscle safe? What should I expect?
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Is a Violation of the Inframammary Fold (IMF) Considered Malpractice? 12 answers

In November 2009, I decided to replace 15 year old saline implants after being told by a cosmetic surgeon that they were deflating. The doctor...
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Implant Profile and Position Dilemma 12 answers

I have above-muscle saline implants(270L/330R) since 1994. I had tuberous breasts. I am 5'9, 155 pds. My breasts are very far apart (5 fingers). I...
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Is 600CC - 650CC Too Big for Me and What Are the Risks? 12 answers

My surgery date us is on may 9. I am 5'6 145 pounds.I am 22 years old. I just had a baby on november 10,2010. No breast feeding. I was wondering...
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Should Breast Implant Placement Matter when It Comes to Support? 12 answers

I am considering Silicone Breast Implants with a crescent Breast lift. The doctor I saw suggested 450cc's and placement over the muscle. I am...
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Sub Glandular Vs Sub Muscular Implant for Better Cleavage? 12 answers

I recently posted a question whether to get sub muscular or sub glandular implants and the feedback was most helpful in my decision. I'm leaning...
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What Are the Risks of Breast Lift if a Reduction Was Done 30 Years Ago ? 12 answers

I had a breast reduction in 1980 and then an over the muscle augmentation in 2003 with very big silicone textured implants that have rippled...
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Do Silcone Implants Hang Lower on the Chest? 12 answers

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Need to Switch Placement During Breast Implant Replacement? 12 answers

I had silicone implants removed after 13 years and one had ruptured but the silicone was held in by the capsule formation. I replaced them with saline...
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What is the Life Span of the "Improved" Silicon Gel Breast Implants? 12 answers

I've heard that because of the thicker shell and the more cohesive gel, the silicone implants nowadays will last much longer. What is the average...
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Are Saline and Silicone's Implants Shells the Same Thing? 12 answers

Are saline and silicone's outershell the same thing? i know saline has a silicone shell filled with saline water, so does the silicone implants...
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22 Year Old Implants with One Very Firm Breast: Is There a Way to Soften It? 12 answers

I have silicone implants which are 22 years old. One feels natural the other is firm. There is some calcium deposits on both, but the firmness has...
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What Are is the Percentage Rate of Getting Capsular Contracture with Silicone Implants 12 answers

What Are is the Percentage Rate of Getting Capsular Contracture with Silicone Implants
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Hard Breast Implants 11 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...
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Under Vs over the Muscle Placement for Silicone Breast Implants? 11 answers

I am getting 400cc moderate plus Mentor Silicone gel implants on Monday! And I still have to choose over or under the muscle. I am 5' tall and weigh...
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Does Breast Implant Replacement Necessarily Have to Be Bigger? 11 answers

I'm standing 5'3" tall and weighing 112lbs. I had 230cc hydrogel breast implants 10 years ago in  front of the muscle. I went from an AA cup...
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32AA/32A - What the Largest Implant I Can Get? 11 answers

I'm currently 32aa/32a. 5' ht. 100lbs. 26' chest at base of breast. 31' circumference at nipple. Each breast width is about 12cm. I...
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Is There a Sizing Difference when Switching Saline to Silicone? 11 answers

I currently have saline 325s filled to 350. I have to redo my donut lift due to scarring issues and since I've lost size due to weight loss I wanted...
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Breast Implants Placement and Likelihood of Capsular Contracture 11 answers

Could you please rank the following (from highest to lowest) in terms of potential to get capsular contracture: subfascial cohesive silicone gel...
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Does Rippling Get Worse? 11 answers

I am 5'7'' and I weight about 118 pounds. Before I got my implants (about 1.5 years ago), I was a 36 B weighing about 145 pounds. Since my...
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High Profile or Moderate Plus Profile Silicone for Narrow Chest? 11 answers

I've been to 2 doctors and they recommend different silicone implants. One says hp and the other doesn't use hp and says to do moderate+....
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Worried About my Implant Not Matching my Bwd 11 answers

I will be receiving 350-375cc high profile silicone implants under the muscle next week. I am currently a 34a and have a ribcage of 29 but my bwd is...
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Will I Get Same Look with Silicone As Saline? 11 answers

Can the same "look" that I am hoping for be achieved in either saline OR silicone? I am wondering because I read of some people who feel...
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Why is Silicone Safe in Breast Implants, Not Injections? 11 answers

If so many doctors are against injecting silicone into other parts of the body, why are silicone breast implants considered safe? I've read...
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Full, Round Breast Implants for a Petite Woman? 10 answers

I just turned 18 and I want to get breast implants. I am a size 32 A and 5 feet tall. I am very petite and do not have a lot of breast tissue. What is...
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Recovery and Pain to Expect During Breast Implant Replacement? 10 answers

My Breast implants were done in the early 80's. I just found out that they are both ruptured. I am very concerned about the removal of the...
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How Hard Can You Squeeze Silicone Gel Implants Without Causing Rupture? 10 answers

I have silicone gel breast implants placed over the muscle and am very paranoid about my husband squeezing them to hard and causing them to break. Can...
after over muscle rupture

Moderate or Moderate Profile Plus Breast Implants? 10 answers

My wife is having breast augmentation in December. She's torn about implant size; either 175cc Mentor Silicone Moderate profiles or 200-225cc Moderate...
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Going Bigger After Breast Implant Replacement? 10 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...
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Silicone Implants 8 Years Ago. Breast Has Become Lumpy and Painful - Is It Dangerous? 10 answers

I had the cohesive sillicone gel implants in 2002. Over the past few months the left one has changed shape and become lumpy in various places and is...
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Saline Breast Implants for a 19 Year Old? 10 answers

I'm 19 and want to get Breast Implants. I am a size 32 A and I am very thin and petite with not a lot of breast tissue. I have heard that for thin...
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Will my Implants Appear Smaller Once Swelling Reduces? 10 answers

I just got 450cc silicone breast implants under the muscle. It's only been one week since my surgery but they look HUGE. I'm 5'6, 125...
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What is the Body's Reaction to a Leaking Silicone Implant? 10 answers

Fever? Swollen glands?
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What Information Will a Breast Implant Serial Number Give Me? 10 answers

I got implants about 20 years ago (asked for saline, got silicone) and now one is leaking. I don't have any info. about my original surgery. I can't...
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Silicone Implants Drastically Different in Volume and Texture 10 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...
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20 Year Old Implants - Just Now Getting an Infection? 10 answers

I had silicone implants 20 years ago. One of them has always been encapsulated. Last week that same breast developed a sore that's been diagnosed...
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How Does Sizing Affect a Low Profile Implant? 10 answers

I want a very natural look and have little breast tissue. My PS suggested a LP silicone implant that seems wider than my breast base, but I know that...
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Memory Gel Silicone Under the Muscle 3 Weeks Ago: Can Feel Implants When Massaging 10 answers

Is this normal? Will that go away?
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Could my Spontaneous Pneumothorax Have Been Related to my Silicone Breast Implant Leaking? 10 answers

Good evening, Two years ago i had a spontaneous pneumothorax, Doctor said it could of been a cough causing it. I have had silicone cohesive implants...
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Are Saline Implants Less Likely to Cause Breast Cancer Than Silicone Implants? 10 answers

If breast cancer runs in my family, should I opt for saline implants? Why or why not?
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For A Natural Look, is 500cc Modereate Plus Profile Silicone Implant Too Big? (photo) 10 answers

I'm 5'8 and my weight is 155-160 pounds; my bras size is 36 B. I had one pregnacy, I breastfeed my baby for 3 month. I hve a consultation with...
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Breast Implant Research 10 answers

I'm a 5'6" 132lb C and have done some research and think I want between 500 and 650 cc silicone hp implant. Probably under the muscle. Is...
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425cc Vs 450cc...Any Real Difference? 10 answers

I am a 28 YO female 5'7'' & 155lbs. I have broad shoulders, wide hips, & an approx. 38'' band size w/ very little breast...
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Risk for Getting a Silicone Allergy from Breast Implants? 9 answers

Alredy have latex sensitivity and question if silicone breast augmentation could trigger allergic reaction
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Do Silicone Breast Implants Feel Heavier Than Saline Breast Implants? 9 answers

I'm trying to decide between saline implants and silicone implants, but I've heard that even though silicone are supposed to look more natural, they...
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Would 300cc Breast Implant Result in Natural Look? 9 answers

I am getting high profile silicone breast implants. Will they look too big/fake on my body?The Breast implants will be over the muscle. I am 5 ft....
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Radiation Treatment Effects on Silicone Implants? 9 answers

I'll be having a lumpectomy and I have concerns about the silicone implants I already have. My surgeon said that I will need radiation every 5 days...
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Bottoming out or Capsular Contracture After Revision? 9 answers

105lbs 5"5'. First BA in April of 07' I had elected to go with 350cc saline through the belly button, the results were beautiful for about 8...
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Biggest Breast Implants for 32 Inches of Ribcage? 9 answers

I am 5'4" tall; weigh 120 lbs; 32" ribcage; slender frame. Bra Size 32 Full A. What is the biggest volume of CC that I can go with a...
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Shouldn't my Silicone Implants Be Feeling More Natural? 9 answers

If you're muscular and never had children, shouldn't silicone implants feel more natural? I have silicones under the muscle, and they feel like rubber...
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Is 421 Cc Enough Achieve D Cup? 9 answers

I am a 36 year old female and breast fed all three of my children. I am a small A cup and want to be at least a small D cup. Would 421 cc of silicone...
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Can I Increase my Cleavage by Massaging my Breasts? 9 answers

I just silicone breast implants 2.5 weeks ago and was wondering if there were any kind of massaging I can do to increase cleavage? I have more space...
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Can a Mammogram Rupture a Silicone Gel Implant? 9 answers

I have silicone gel implants and I'm worried about future mammograms causing silent ruptures. My implants will be 16 years-old by the time I get...
after mammogram rupture

Silicone Breast Implants for a 21 Year Old? 9 answers

I am a 34/36 A right now and would like to be a full B cup. I am still unsure on whether to get saline or silicone breast implants. I am only 21...
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Does the Shape of Breast Implants Change As They Settle? 9 answers

I only got my silicone breast implants 5 days ago, so know they shouldn't have dropped yet, but the right one is misshapen at the top. Will that...
after shape

Can a Leaking Silicone Implant Cause Chest / Rib Pain? 9 answers

My left implant showed leakage into the breast cavity around a year ago,i have chest/rib pain now that doc thinks is muscle strain..could a leak in...
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Textured Breast Implants Best Choice After Capsular Contracture? 9 answers

I had breast augmentation with cohesive silicon (smooth) over the muscle December 2008. My original plastic surgeon stated that I do have capsular...
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Memory Gel Implants for Women Under 22? Suggested? 9 answers

Hi I am interested in Memory Gel implants for a while, as for my age I am only 20. I was wondering is it safe for women to get silicone at this age? I...
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5 Years Post-op Silicone Implants. Small Leak. Can It Be Removed and Replaced Immediately? 9 answers

My silicon breast implants are 5 years old. one has a small leak can the implant be changed and replaced at the same time? or do you have to explant...
after leak removal replacement

Old Silicone Implants Causing Pain and Redness? 9 answers

Hello, My silicone implants are 34 years old. My dog jumped on the left one and it hurt so badly, i saw stars! After a few days, it stopped hurting as...
after rupture

Is It Safe to Increase Breast Implant Size After Tuberous Complication? 9 answers

I had Breast Augmentation 1 year ago, silicone under muscle. I also had small (A cup), tuberous breasts with large areolas. Now D cup. I would like...
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5’2, 125lbs, Currently 32C/D: is 400CC to Large for a Runner? 9 answers

I'm 5'2, 125lbs, 26yrs, and 32C/D, and scheduled for a lift and implants. I am concerned that too large of implants will casuse me to look...
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Which is Best for Me, 265cc Moderate Vs 300cc High Profile Cohesive Silicone Gel? 9 answers

Hi Doctors. I'm 5'3", 108 lbs and I have a petite frame. My Surgeon have narrowed down to 2 sizes for me to choose for my BA. 265cc...
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Best Implants for Exercising? 9 answers

There are so many different complications recently,now i am going to have my surgery and im gettin nervous.Im torn between getting my silicon implants...
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Saline to Silicone Implant Exchange 9 answers

I went from a natural A cup to C cup in Dec 2008(saline implants). I went from a C cup to a D cup in Dec 2009 because I wanted larger breasts(saline...
after exchange saline implants

Saline VS Silicone - Which One is Weaker/stronger and Which Will Last Longer? 9 answers

I am very comfortable getting saline implants because both my mother and sister have been successful with theirs... however a nurse at a clinic was...
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Worried About Implants and Slight Asymmetry 9 answers

I have slight asymmetry because my right crease is lower than the other. I discussed with my PS the possibility of a nipple relocation but I have no...
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What Does It Take to Lower a Sub-muscular Implant Pocket? Can It Be Done in the Office? 9 answers

I had sub-muscular, silicone implants approximately 1 year ago. I have 340cc implants. The right sits quite a bit higher and I'm wondering what...
300-349cc after pocket submuscular

Are my Breast Implants Bottoming Out? (photo) 9 answers

My right implant may be bottoming out. I'm 4.5 months post-op & received smooth silicone, 371cc, under-muscles. 1st photo is 24 days after...
5 months post-op after bottom out opinion under muscle

Should I Get Breast Implants? 9 answers

I am 18, and I am not happy with the shape,size, or perkiness of my breasts. I wear a 30C and I want to be a 30D. Should I wait until I'm 22 so I...
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How Can I Tell if my Silicone Implant Has Ruptured? 9 answers

I got silicone implants six months ago. 5 days ago my friend threw me over his shoulder, as a fireman would, and I remember my left breast smashing so...
6 months post-op after rupture

Concerned About Implant Sizing For Upcoming Surgery 9 answers

I went to see my PS and he said since im tall that i basically can do 450 cc but i felt that was huge against my thin tall body. I did although like...
400-449cc 450-499cc before implant size opinion under muscle

400cc Breast Implants with Lift to Achieve Full C-D Range? 8 answers

I am 34 years old, 5'5" tall at 128lbs, with 36B breast size. I would like a full C-D range post breast lift and breast augmentation. It is...
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Are 500cc Silicone Implants Too Big for a 6'0" Patient? 8 answers

Hi! I am 6'0 tall and about 150 lbs. I have an appointment for a Breast Lift and Breast augmentation. My doctor recommended a 500cc Silicone implant,...
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Naturally Looking Full C Cup with 400cc Silicone Breast Implants? 8 answers

I am 5'5, 105 lbs, with 32A breasts and wanting a full C cup. I will be having 400CC silicone breast implants, Modplus. Would this give me natural look?
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High Profile 550cc Breast Implants for Athletic Build? 8 answers

I initially wanted the natural look but now want the fake look. I presently have 350cc silicone mod plus breast implants with a lollipop breast lift...
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Are High Profile Breast Implants Advisable for my Build? 8 answers

I am 5'11, have a 37 in ribcage, B-cup size, and weigh 175 lbs. I was recommended a 550cc High Profile silicone breast implants but I wonder if going...
before breasts

Allergy Due to Ruptured Silicone Breast Implants? 8 answers

I've had Silicone breast implants for two years, unfortunately as shown in the MRI, one is ruptured and the other one is leaking. I already saw a...
2 years post-op after allergy rupture side effects

What is Your Experience with Full Vs. High Profile Silicone Implants 8 answers

Placed under the fascia? I will be having augmentation with 240cc full profile Natrelle implants. (I am 5ft, 107lb, extremely toned pectoralis...
before

What Could Be Causing Warm and Tender Breasts? 8 answers

I had silicone breast implants 8 years ago, underneath breast tissue. For the last 6 months, about every 2 weeks, my breasts get really tender and...
after side effects

Silicone Breast Implants to Get More Upper Pole Volume? 8 answers

After spending months and months doing research and getting opinions and a few consultations, I have decided that I'll need to get breast implants...
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Can Silicone from Breast Implants Melt Inside the Body? 8 answers

I'm having a Breast Lift with silicone gel Breast implants and am curious about it. They say gummy bear implants don't leak when punctured, but in...
before breasts female leak

Will My High Profile Under Muscle Silicone Implants Drop? 8 answers

I had surgery 3 weeks ago. The Dr. placed High profile 550cc silicone implant under the muscle using the axillary approach. My implants are so high up...
after drop high profile under muscle

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...
after armpit nodule rupture

Detached Over-the-muscle Silicone Implant? 8 answers

I had small silicone implants 6 years ago and I’ve been very satisfied. After breastfeeding, losing breast-tissue, sleeping on my stomach, my...
after

More Reported Autoimmune Disease Symptoms with Saline Vs. Silicone? 8 answers

All I see on the internet are thousands of horror stories about autoimmune nightmares after getting breast implants. Is there a difference between...
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When Are "Pig Skin" Linings Necessary After Encapsulation Surgery ? 8 answers

I have silicone implants which are 32 years old. I need surgery for encapulation in both breasts. One doctor has recommended insertion of "pig...
after

High Profile or Moderate Plus Silicone? 8 answers

I am 5'8, 142 lbs, 24 years old. My base diameter is 13. Internipple distance is 20.5. I would like to be a full C or small D and am looking at...
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Is $12,000 Too High for Breast Lift with Implants? 8 answers

I am going to have a Breast Lift w/ Breast implants. I have silicone implants now and the doctor says there is a lot of scar tissue, my breasts are...
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Edge of Implant Feels Like a Squishy Bump on Side of Breast 8 answers

At 3.5 mos. post-op I felt a small bump on the side of my breast near my armpit, @ the time my implant dropped. I saw my GYN for my annual appt.2 wks...
after bump drop pocket squished

'Sloshing' Since the Day of my Surgery Last Week. How Soon Does That Go Away? 8 answers

I had 250cc high profile Mentor silicone gel implants placed submuscular less than a week ago. Since the day of surgery, I've had sloshing noises...
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Variation in Implant Size vs. Results 8 answers

I have 375cc HP, saline under the muscle implants. I was very surprised I went from a 36b to 36dd. Is this common? I also had a lift along with my...
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Silicone Implant Feels Lumpy and Heavy 8 answers

I am 27 year old 1 1/2 year post silicone implant under the muscle. I noticed of lumpy around the right breast and weird sensation that feels like it...
after heavy lumps

Severe Micromastia - Waive 22 Year Age Restriction for Silicone Implants? 8 answers

I am currently 20 years old and really want silicone implants. My breasts are extremely small and asymmetrical, they do not even fill a AA cup. I read...
before legal restriction

Is It Against the Law to Put Silicone Implants in an 18 Year Old? 8 answers

I am 18 years old and I am starting consultations for a breast augmentation next week. I have recently learned about the 22 year old age restriction...
age 18-24 before candidate

Saline Versus Silicone? (Barely 34A) 8 answers

I am very small, barely a 34A, and am considering implants. I'm 5'5 and 125lbs. For someone my size, I've read it is best to get implants...
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Have I Chosen The Correct Implant Size For My Desired Outcome? (photo) 8 answers

Hello all! I am 5'4" tall, weigh 105 lbs, and am thin. I am 24 years old. I have attached a photo if this helps. I would like at least a mid...
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Will the New Silicone Implants Make Me Sick? The Old Ones Did... 7 answers

I had silicone breast implants put in 1985. I was diagnosed with Epstein Barr and Fibromyalgia about a year later. It was not until 1995-I decided...
after fibromyalgia risk sick

Is There a Big Difference Between 400cc and 450cc Silicone? 7 answers

My doctor is suggesting 450cc moderate plus profile silicone implants for me and I am worried it may be too big for me. I am 5'2", approximately...
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Cohesive Silicone Gel Vs Saline Breast Implant for Patient with Lupus? 7 answers

I'm considering the transaxillary endoscopic Breast Implants using either cohesive silicone gel (gummy bear) or saline implant material. For a person...
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Is a 660cc High Profile Implants Right for Me? 7 answers

I am 5'10" and I weigh 220 pounds. I am very well built with wide shoulders and wide chest. My current bra size is 42A and they look "empty...
before body breast size

Are Silicone Breast Implants Legal for a 21 Year Old? 7 answers

I am 21 years old and I previously asked a question about where I could go to get Silicone Breast Implants. Some doctors told me that it is illegal in...
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Can 340cc HP Breast Implants Result to D Cup? 7 answers

I am currently a saggy, deflated 34B. The breast implants that have been recommended for me is a 340cc HP textured silicone breast implants. Can I...
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Is It Still Possible to Get the Silimed 1000cc Cohesive Gel Breast Implants? 7 answers

I am 5'9 165lbs and I currently have 5 year old 800cc Saline filled implants and would like to go larger and change to a cohesive gel implant, I...
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Bigger Silicone Breast Implants More Prone to Capsular Contracture? 7 answers

Is it true that the bigger the Silicone breast implants are, the greater the chance for capsular contracture is?
before capsular contracture

What Size of Silicone Gel Implants is Best for a Petite Woman? 7 answers

Hi, I want to get Silicone gel implants. I went to see a doctor in Miami. I am a 36B and have doubts if a D size would be too big for me. I am 135...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in B cup before D cup implant size

Silicone Gel Implants (Monobloc) 2 Years Ago. Now Feeling Air Bubbles/lumps? 7 answers

My breast look fine and feel soft it's just that i can feel various lumps (like air bubbles). what could this be and doi need to worry? thank you
after bubble lumps monobloc

Saline to Silicone Breast Implants for 18 Year Old? 7 answers

I was small c/full b on one breast and small b on the other. I got saline implants a month ago with 350 on one side 275 on larger side. they feel hard...
after age 18-24 B cup replacement

Loud Pop in Breast Implant 7 answers

I have silicone breast implants 400cc and I am ten months post surgery. My boyfriend was leaning over me, over my breast when we both heard a loud pop...
400-449cc after popping

Detached Breast Implant: How is It Replaced? 7 answers

I've had textured silicone implants for 6yrs and have been very happy with them.(290cc over the muscle->from no breasts to a small C).However after...
after

3 Months Post Breast Implants: Right Breast May Have Double Bubble 7 answers

I am three months post OP. I have 275 silicone implants on the right and 234 on the left. They are under the muscle. My right breast feels weird and...
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What Size Breast Implants Will Look Natural, 5'4", 105lbs? 7 answers

I am 5' 4" and 105 lbs. my ribcage is 28" around.  I am an A cup looking to go to full B or C. would like silicone what size will...
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1-yr Post Op Lift w/Implants. Poor Results. Revision but Scared of 2nd Capsular Contracture 7 answers

I'm scheduled for a revision next month. My lift with silicone implants subglandual resulted with severe capsular contracture on left breast. Dr...
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Will 300cc High Profile Silicone Be Too Wide for a Breast Tissue Width of 10.9cm? 7 answers

I am 29 years old, 5'4", 112 lbs, no children. My breast tissue width is 10.9cm wide. I have some breast tissue but really not enough to fit...
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Do Breast Implants and Chicken Nuggets Share Ingredients? 7 answers

I saw a string of retweets on Twitter about Chicken McNuggets and breast implants containing the same ingredient -- Polydimethylsiloxane, also...
ingredient

Inner Cleavage Rippling with Full Silicone Unders Normal? 7 answers

8 weeks ago I had a breast augmentation with 500cc silicone implants placed entirely under the muscle. I am thin, but was full B cup before the...
after cleavage normal rippling under muscle

Risk Of Leakage In Newer Cohesive Gel Silicone Breast Implants? 7 answers

I've read a lot of reviews on silicone breast implants, revisions and videos on youtube related to these, and what I really want to know is, when...
before cohesive gel leak risk

My Right Nipple Became Very Sensitive 9 Months Post-Op Implants, What is the Problem? 7 answers

I am 30.I have got silicone implants 9 months ago.4 weeks ago,my right nipple became very sensitive like my nipple was sore or cracked from...
before nipple sensation sensitivity

Could This Be a Compliclication to Silicone Implants? 7 answers

Hi, I had silicone implants on 4/15/11.The past week ive felt like I could feel the implant towards the bottom of my left breast.The bottom and...
7 months post-op after bottom out complication sore

What to Do About Breasts That Look Like Cones After Implants? 6 answers

I just had a lift with 250'cc silicone implants over the muscle one week ago. I was a very droopy B cup but now my boobs look like torpedos!? should...
250-299cc after B cup

Is It Possible to Be Allergic to Silicone? 6 answers

I am scheduled to have breast augmentation next Friday, April 3rd. I opted for the silicone gel implants. However, I had a terrible reaction to a pair...
before

Why Do Doctors Suggest Silicone Implants More Than Saline? 6 answers

Is there a reason why every plastic surgeon I visit would suggest to me to get Silicone breast implants? Is it safer than Saline? And also how soon do...
before breasts saline implants

Headline- 421cc Round Midrange Silicone Implants turn out saggy. 6 answers

Hi. I am 19yrs, 5'3, 120lbs. Pre-34B. Post-34D. 421cc. I got Round Midrange (Style 15- Natrelle) silicone implants (unders) 9 months ago and they...
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Silicone Breast Implant Size for Petite Frame? 6 answers

I am 5'1, 109 lbs, and I have a petite frame. What size of silicone breast implants is best for me?
before bigger breast size breasts

Is a 255 Gram Silicone Implant More or Less Volume Than a 255cc Saline? 6 answers

I've searched the web, but can't find info specifically for breast implants. Will a 255 gram silicone implant displace as much or less volume than a...
before

Can Breast Implants Cause a Muscle Tear? 6 answers

I just had under the muscle silicone 325cc's implants about 2 weeks ago. My left breast has always been more sore, swollen, and somewhat painful....
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Could Breast Implants Be Displaced? 6 answers

My daughter had silicone implants 8 months ago and this morning, she was crouching down and she felt something move. One of her breast now feels and...
after

Best Implant Projection for Women with Hourglass Figure? 6 answers

I am 5'8", 125 lbs. with a small waist and slightly bigger hips. I have been told I have an hourglass figure. I am considering having 500 cc high...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in 500-549cc before high profile hourglass projection

Silicone Breast Implants Size 6 answers

Can a 450-cc Silicone implants make a B cup to a D cup?
before

Is my Doctor Referring to Gummy Bear Silicone Implants? 6 answers

During my first consultation, I told the doctor I want silicone breast implants because I am very small-framed and have little existing tissue. The...
before breasts

Is 280gms for Silicone Implants Enough to Go from Small A to Full C? 6 answers

I am 35 years old, 5 foot 4 inches, about 55 kg. I have 30-inch chest at inframammary level, presently very small A cup in one breast and AA in the...
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Switching: Saline to Silicone, High Profile to Moderate Plus. Advice? 6 answers

I'm considering going from my saline implants (above muscle) to silicone (still above muscle-PS recommendation to stay above muscle because...
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My Breasts Look Flat in the Middle and Not Correctly Shaped Post-surgery 6 answers

. Silicone 397 cc. Riding high. I am depressed. I just had the surgery a few days ago. Saw the surgeon who put it off on me telling me I needed to...
350-399cc after breasts female flat

400grams Natrelle HP Silicone Implants Too Small 6 answers

I had 400grams natrelle silicone implants put in two days ago, i was very flat chested(AAAA) and i wanted to get to a very full D, but they loooked...
400-449cc A cup after high profile Natrelle small

What Size and Profile Implants Will Give a Softer Cleavage Look? 6 answers

After looking at pictures of breast implant results, I think I want to go for a round silicone implant, but I'm not too sure what profile I should...
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Encapsulated Silicone Implant - Am I a Good Candidate for Fat Transfer to Breasts? 6 answers

I was wondering if I would be a good candidate for fat transfer augmentation. I have an encapsulated implant that is more than 20 years old! Sometimes...
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Best Plastic Surgeon in NYC for Transaxillary Incision Breast Implants ? 6 answers

I'm interested in getting breast implants via transaxillary incision.I really want silicone implants but should I go with saline ? Subpectoral or...
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What Revision Can Be Done to Get Rid of Buckling of Cohesive Gel Implants? 6 answers

I am age 50, 5'5", 126 lbs, fit, thin-skinned. Eight months ago I had 375 cc saline implants replaced with cohesive gel implants of 425 cc. A...
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Is it Normal for BWD measurements to vary from surgeon to surgeon? 6 answers

I'm Getting Conflicting BWD Measurements - 13 BWD and 11.3 BWD.  I'm a Little Worried That Two Surgeons Could Vary by Nearly 2cm I...
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Breast Implants and Weight Lifting 6 answers

I had a breast augmentation 6 weeks ago. I had silicone placed under the muscle. I would like to return to lifting weights in the gym, but am...
after under muscle weight lifting

Will Silicone Breast Implants Look Different from my Saline Ones? 6 answers

It is time for a remove and exchange after 10 years. I'm thinking of going from saline to silicone. Will silicone give me the same look I have now?
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What is the Cost for Silicone Breast Implants? Are There Various Options? 6 answers

Hi, I was interested in silicone breast implants. Are there a variety of options out there to choose from? Are they as safe as saline, and do they...
before options safety

Silicone Breast Implants for 8 Years, Now Sore, Swollen and Fluid Around Implant 6 answers

I have had my silicone breast implants for 8 years already. A week ago I started to feel my left breats very sore and now is swolen. I had an...
8 years post-op after fluid sore swelling

What Are the Different Types of Silicone Implants? 6 answers

Im going to my pre-op appointment in a few days and my breast augmentation surgery/tubular breast correction is in a couple weeks. I have decided that...
before best manufacturer tubular

Symmastia or Not? 6 answers

I’m really shocked about the answers of my first question: My Implants are under muscle, silicone 380 CC. I have read a lot about Symmastia but...
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Leaking Silicone Implants 6 answers

Inadvertently there is a "mass" discovered on the MRI at the level of my sternum. Could this be a leakage from the implants. Thanks for your...
after leak MRI

Chest Xray with Silicone Breast Impants 6 answers

Hello, I have mentor silicone implants put 3 mpnths ago. Now I have to take a chest xray for a visa where they need to see my lungs for TB and my...
after noticeable x-ray

Is Air Inside Silicone Implant Normal? 6 answers

I had my surgery about 9 years ago silicone implants over the muscle. I routinely do the breast self exam, last week I found what feels like a bubble,...
9 years post-op after air bubble normal over muscle

Can a Short Sharp Fall Damage my Under Muscle Surgery-1wk In? 6 answers

I had under muscle silicone breast augmentation one week ago and today fell and bumped a little down the stairs. I would say that light to just under...
1 week post-op accident risk

Is Transaxillary Incision Possible with Silicone Gel Implants? 5 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...
before breasts transaxillary

Silicone Gel Implants Feel Like Rocks 5 answers

I love asking questions on here.  Thanks for being so helpful.  It's been 3 weeks since my breast augmentation and I still feel a lot of...
after

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...
before breast size saline implants

Normal for a Gel Breast Implants to Feel Hard in the Cold? 5 answers

It's been three weeks since my memory gel breast implants. Is it normal for my breasts to still feel firm and tight when it's cold? It feels really...
after breasts cold harden

Breasts Are Big and Stiff 2 Weeks Post-op - Will They Look Natural? 5 answers

I had a breast augmentation surgery 2 weeks ago,my implants are silicone 350cc High profile under the muscle. My Bra size before the op was 32B and I...
350-399cc after high profile natural under muscle

Grade 2 Capsular Contracture - Implant Replacement Not Necessary? 5 answers

I had 400cc silicone gel implants placed above the muscle a little over a year ago and recently noticed a hardening/tender left breast. I went for a...
400-449cc above muscle after capsular contracture replacement

Silicone Breast Implants Are Painful and Hot - What is This? 5 answers

I had breast silicone implants in 2003,i have very painful breast and nipples all the time they feel hot,and i cannot sleep on them so uncomfortable...
after breasts female pain

How to Achieve More Projection from Silicone Implants 5 answers

Had exchange surgery August 2ND and asked my PS to give me back what was lost during mastectomy. I have high profile silicone implants (550CC) Witch...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in 550-599cc after high profile mastectomy profile

Do Memory Gel Implants Shrink? 5 answers

I was wondering if Memory Gel Implants will shrink over time? I've heard that Saline implants does shrink as time goes on. I am not talking about...
after longevity Memory Gel shrink

Should I Choose Breast Implants to Accommodate Shrinkage over Time? 5 answers

I was told that the size of the implant slightly shrinks over time due to the rib cage conforming and the implant flattening. I am getting my BA in 2...
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Can 25 Year Old Silicone Implants Cause Fibromyalgia? 5 answers

My Dr. says I have fibromyalgia (?). Is this possible and if I have them removed, is the surgery difficult and is the recovery harder than having them...
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Will I Have to Pay Again Due to Bad Rippling? I Have a 3-Year Guarantee 5 answers

Will i have to pay for revision due to bad rippling as i have guarantee for three years an my implants are one year old i have 700cc silicone over the...
700-749cc after fees over muscle revision rippling

What Are the Symptoms of Silicone Toxemia? 5 answers

after breasts female

"Feel" of Silicone Implant Under the Muscle Vs Real Breast 5 answers

How long till a silicone breast implant mimic the real breast with regards to when one palpates it post op? like with softness, tenderness etc....
after natural tissue under muscle

Trauma to Chest Cause Implant Rupture? 5 answers

I have 20year old silicone breast implants.my left one is incapsulated.My right one is soft and flatter.I had a bycicle accident about a month ago and...
after rupture

Are Gummy Bear Silicone Gel Implants Supposed to Look Natural? 5 answers

Hello, I was thinking of getting a TEAR DROP shaped implants, and I was wondering if the gummy bear ones will give me the natural look for the tear...
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What Breast Implant is Best for Size 29 Breasts? 5 answers

I have small size breasts, so I want a Breast implants. However, I am afraid maybe its not safe? Also, I don't know what is best, silicone or saline?
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Silicone Breast Implant Shifted 5 answers

I Have Silicon Breast Implants. my Left Breast Feels Like It Shifted to the Side. I now have a lump stuck on side of my breast What shall I do??
after

Is the Softest Cohesive Silicone Gel Type 1 More Prone to Rippling? 5 answers

I just had 375cc textured anatomical "gummy bear" implants placed dual plane.. They are a lot smaller than I expected due to shape and I...
rippling

Cold-Subfascial / Silicone / Through Armpit Procedure at Fairly Close Distance from Lexington , SC ? 5 answers

I am looking for an above described procedure in early spring 2012. Is there anybody performing such interventions in a 500-600 miles radius. If...
before subfascial "inner bra" transaxillary

Folds Appearing 1 Year Post Silicone Breast Implants, What's The Cause? 5 answers

I've had my silicone implants for a little over a year. I recently noticed the skin under my right breast felt tight. When I lift my arms you can...
1 year post-op after folds options subfascial

Does Subfacial Placement Interfere with Mammogram Readings? 5 answers

I am looking at getting silicone implants placed subfascially and wanted to see how this placement will affect mammograms. Also because they are...
before mammogram subfascial

If FDA Does Not Govern the Science of Medicine, Why Can't 18 Year Old Get Silicone Implants? 5 answers

If most Plastic Surgeons use Medical Devices for off label use, they why can't I get silicone implants? Plastic Surgeons use botox for off-label...
age 17 or under before FDA reasons

Cup Size Equivalent of 340cc Silicone High Profile Breast Implants? 4 answers

I am getting Allergan 340cc Silicone Breast implants (High Profile) in a few weeks. I wanted to know if that is a D cup or a Full C?Also what would be...
300-349cc before breast size breasts

Silicone Gel Implants Natural Size? 4 answers

5'9, 130 lbs, 25 year old, currently 34B. I don't have any kids, so sagging is minimal and I have asked my doctor to make me a full C, small D NATURAL...
before bigger breast size breasts

Tendon Under Armpit is Tight After Breast Implants 4 answers

I am 39, 5'6, 125. I had silicone smooth overs done through the armpit. my left has dropped and is healing nicely. My right was more difficult to...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after age 35-44 armpit over muscle smooth

Transaxillary Incision for Silicone Breast Implants? 4 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...
before breasts transaxillary

Will Shape Normalize After Bilateral Breast Lateral Capsulorraphy? 4 answers

I had Bilateral Lateral Capsulorraphy with implant exchange 10 days ago. I was silicone 250cc mod now 300cc Mod Plus profile. To center implants,Dr...
250-299cc 300-349cc after moderate plus profile shape

Are Perouse Sillicone Gel Implants Good? 4 answers

My sister had silicone gel breast implants few years ago, made by Perouse. They look really nice and natural. I want to have mine done, but just want...
before breasts

Choosing the Right Silicone Implants Size 4 answers

I'm having difficulty choosing between 250 cc moderate profile Silicone breast implants or 300 cc high profile Silicone breast implants. My biggest...
before breast size

When Will my Silicone Sub-muscular Implants Begin to Soften and Feel Like Natural Breasts? 4 answers

after under muscle

Risky to Wait Before Removing Ruptured Silicone Breast Implants? 4 answers

I've had Silicone breast implants for two years, unfortunately as shown in the MRI, one is ruptured and the other one is leaking. I already saw a...
after allergy breasts risk rupture

800cc Silicone Implants After Double Matectomy - Implants Look Like Mounds, Not Natural or Cleavage. What Can I Do? 4 answers

I have always had big Boobs and cleavage .i found out i had cancer. Praise God im cancer free !Had a full double mastectomy But i just had my silicone...
800-849cc after breast cancer cleavage female mastectomy

How Long Does It Take for Implants to "Settle" into the Correct Position? 4 answers

I had silicone, under the muscle breast implants (325cc) and lift 9 weeks ago. The implant on the right has settled down and that side looks great and...
after under muscle

5 Days Post Breast Implants: 304CC Silicone and Unhappy 4 answers

I am unhappy with my results! I am 5'1 , 100 pounds petite frame with 304cc silicone & unders. I feel like that is soo small on me &...
090-109 lbs 300-349cc 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in after breast size revision swelling

Will the Body Heal with Silicone Leakage? 4 answers

Will my body heal with the silicone leakage inside or does it have to come out by cutting it out or is there another procedure that can be done to...
after leak

Swollen Breast Implants After Kidney Surgery? 4 answers

I just had kidney surgery. Three days post op I awoke in pain and there was swelling in my right breast. I've had Silicone Implants for fifteen years...
after swelling

Silicone Breast Implants for 6 Years and Now They're Aching. Are They Leaking? 4 answers

I have had silicone breast implants for almost 6 years. I have had 2 children and breastfed them both with no problems. I stopped breastfeeding 2...
after leak pain

Can I Get Silicone Breast Implants if Im Under 21 but Have Asymmetrical Breasts? 4 answers

age 18-24 asymmetry before candidate

Why is One Breast Fuller and Bigger and Both Were Placed with 700cc Silicone Implants? 4 answers

I am 7weeks out of my revision surgery and im noticing one of my breast are fuller and bigger. Why? I am getting pretty depressed. Its a revision and...
700-749cc after fuller revision under muscle uneven

Leak in Sillicone Implants and in Lymph Gland 4 answers

Can I get advice on how quickly I should get these taken out?Ive read its not urgent but what does that mean? Within a year or can I wait? We've...
after age 25-34 leak lymph node removal

What Happens to Silicone Leaked into Breast Tissue? 4 answers

I've had silicone breast implants for over 30 years with no problems. Now despite even an MRI, doctors are undecided if the implant is ruptured or...
after leak

Please Advise on Eurosilicone Breast Implants, Are the Safe? 4 answers

Please advise on the safety and integrity of these particular ones. Also which ones do you consider the Rolls Royce of breast implants? Thanks
before safety style

Does Seroma and Drainage Mean I'll Need a Breast Implant Revision? 4 answers

I had a full lift with 250'cc silcone 3 wks ago. I experienced some fluid draining about a week ago after I had some stitches removed,then 3days later...
250-299cc after drainage revision seroma

Would Gummy Bear Silicone Gel Be Firmer and Harder Than Cohesive Silicone Gel? 4 answers

I was wondering if I should go with Round gummy bear silicone or round cohesive liquid ones. And also, should I go with Textured or smooth? What are...
before cohesive gel gummy bear implants pros and cons smooth textured

Change Mentor Silicone Implant Due to Ridges? 4 answers

Finished my breast implant for 6months. mentor silicone 225cc, but now get ridged, I don't know what can i do . shall i need to change one , the...
after Mentor ridges

Which Breast Size Will Suit me Best? 4 answers

I am a 30 yr. old mom with 3 breast fed kids. I am 5'7" and 125 lbs. Breast circumference is 13cm. Slight sag, but nipples are still above...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 25-34 before breast feeding breast size options

Since I Have Sagging Breasts, Will Silicone Create a More Saggy Look? Should I Go with Saline? 4 answers

I have a saline implant and had a banelli lift by Dr. S which didn't do much. I had a baby and now I have a lot of scar tissue that made them hard...
before female lift saline implants

How Do You Know when ADM Has Incorporated into the Body After Breast Revision Surgery? 4 answers

I had a third revision surgery nearly 3 weeks ago. My doctor lined my lower breast with ADM. I am feeling a bit of bumpiness on that part of my breast...
110-129 lbs 400-449cc 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in ADM after female high profile revision

Gummy Bear Implants Heavier Than Silicone Implants? 4 answers

Had 10 year old silicone removed and Gummy Bears and Breast Lift done, again. Breasts are very heavy and lollipop scars sore. 4 months post op and...
after comparison gummy bear implants heavy

What Breast Implant Size is Better for Me? (photo) 4 answers

Hello, I am 5'1, 88 lbs, and I have a petite frame. My BWD is 11cm. My current bra size is 32 A and I want to be a full B or small C cup. I...
089lbs and under 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in A to B cup before implant size natural appearance

Had Silicone Implants 6 Months Ago and Now I Have an Indentation is This Normal 4 answers

Had silicone implants 6 months ago. and now i have an indentation on my right breast. i was told to wait about 6 months and it would slow go away. but...
6 months post-op after dents normal

How to Fix a Silicone Implant That Feels Like It is Folded? 4 answers

I am three weeks post-op for breast implant exchange. I went from 425 cc's (saline) to 330 cc's (silicone). The left implant looks perfect....
after

I Had Silicone Implants in 2005, Now Experiencing A Lot Of Pain. What Should I Do? 4 answers

Ive been experiencing some pain in my breast some burning and swelling in my arm pit a little weakness in my arm i was seen by a dr at my local...
7 years post-op after options pain

Can a Silicone Breast Implant Fold Immediately After Surgery? 4 answers

My girlfriend has had breast augmentation surgery this week. Silicone, 350cc, anatomical implants. Her left breast was giving her a lot more pain than...
after complication fault folds

Is It OK That I Can Feel my Silicone Implants Touching my Ribs? 4 answers

I am 2 month after BA, i have 255cc Mentor implants, anatomical shape. I am satisfied with the result, but one week ago i started to feel in my right...
2 months post-op 250-299cc after ribs

Are Allergan CUI Silicone Breast Implants Safe? 3 answers

Are they more liquid than cohesive gel or are they a type of cohesive gel? Are they an economy brand?
before breast size breasts

Age 24, 5'5", 145lb, 36A/B - 425cc Silicone Implants for a Small D Cup? 3 answers

I am 24 years old. My measurments are about 5'5 145lbs curvy. I am currently a 36A/B. I am wanting to be a small D. During my consultation I tried...
130-149 lbs 400-449cc 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in A cup age 18-24 before implant size

Difference Between Silicone Implants by Mentor and Allergan? 3 answers

Is there a difference between the Mentor CPG and the Allergan 410 semi solid cohesive silicone gel implants? Are they both FDA approved and if not...
before

Cause of Discomfort in Left Silicone Implant? 3 answers

I am 2 years post silicone breast implants under the muscle. I recently have had vague discomfort in my left breast including dull pain, and just a...
after pain

Difference Between Allergan Style 15 and Style 40 Breast Implants? 3 answers

I am having Breast implant replacement after 25 years because of capsular contracture, probably a leak, on one side. I want to go smaller, from 420cc...
300-349cc 400-449cc before breasts capsular contracture female leak low profile moderate profile replacement

Should I Worry About One Breast Dropping Down? 3 answers

I have had Silicon breast implants (Nagor implants) in now for 8 years. I've had no problems until a few weeks ago, my right breast had dropped about...
after breasts

Sharp Pain in Left Breast Implant 3 Weeks After Surgery 3 answers

I am a little over 3 weeks post op. I had the surgery for the first time last summer, with Saline implants, but developed Capsular contracture, so I...
after female pain

How Much Do 400cc High Profile Silicone Implants Weigh? 3 answers

 I Have 400CC High Profile Silicone Implants, Will my Implants Add Pounds to the Scale
400-449cc before high profile weight

Complications Two Years After Silicone Breast Implant Rupture? 3 answers

Two years ago, I had a ruptured silicone implant removed. The Dr. said that silicone had leaked up to my clavicle and down to by obliques. He couldn't...
after

Silicone or Saline Implants? 3 answers

I'm a 48 y/o woman, 5'3 150lbs...hoping to lose another 25lbs. I am scheduled for a mommy make-over and am still indecisive about whether to...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 45-54 before comparison saline implants

After Capsular Contracture in Breast Implants, Do I Need a Revision or a Replacement? 3 answers

I am 5'8"/145. Silicone, round, smooth, 360ccs placed via inframammary 3/2005. First implants were in for 7 years and were round, textured,...
350-399cc after capsular contracture smooth

Can Raising Your Heart Rate After Breast Implants Cause Complications? 3 answers

I am a week and a half out of surgery (300, CC, silicone, under the muscle) and I know I can't excersize or raise my heart rate for a month. I...
300-349cc after complication under muscle

Pain Under my Silicone Breast Implant 3 answers

I had my silicone breast implants replaced 2yrs ago. I had my first set for 10yrs. Ive recently been experiencing pain in my left breast. Its not a...
after pain

Silicone Breast Implants Causing Joint Issues? 3 answers

I LOVE the look of my silicone implants but my breast are always sore and I think they are making me sick. Since the surgery I have had major joint...
after bigger breasts

Best Placement for Silicone Breast Implant? 3 answers

I am having a procedure done this summer to remove some large (but benign) fibrous masses from my left breast. I am 18, but considering the size of...
after breast size breasts

High Textured Implants at 3 Weeks Post-op. Doctor is Concerned!! 3 answers

I got textured, 250cc silicone implants. Since then I have left the country where I had surgery. I have been sending pictures to my surgeon through...
after breasts compression garment drop female

What Can I Do for Pain in the Sternum One Year Post-op? 3 answers

I had silicone implants placed under the muscle after having saline implants removed that were over the muscle. I have pain in the sternum which...
after pain under muscle

Possible Complications from Silicone Breast Implants? 3 answers

Hi. I'm considering having a Breast augmentation. My PA swears by silicone and advised this type of implant. I have been reading several blogs from...
before breast size breasts complication

New Breast Implant with Moving Lump 3 answers

On aug 24 2010 I had silicone round smooth moderate profile 450cc implant surgery. I am 5'9" at 140.Its 6 weeeks later and I found a small...
130-149 lbs 450-499cc 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in after lumps moderate profile

Will a Ruptured Silicone Implant Hurt and Continue to Hurt? 3 answers

I experenced a heavy force to my chest and heard a pop. my ribs don't hurt so was wondering if an implant could have ruptured. the breast that...
after pain rupture

Physical Attack 6 Weeks After Implants 3 answers

I had breast implant replacement 6weeks ago after having my old implants removed due to them 'turning' position.Anyhow my new silicone...
accident after pain

150lb, 5'5 - Recently Got Silicon Implants 310 High Profile: Will I Be a Full D Cup? 3 answers

150-169 lbs 300-349cc 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after D cup high profile

Are There Any Credible Studies Regarding Meme Silicon Implants and Failure Rates? 3 answers

What MRI screening exam timelines do you recommend to check the ongoing integrity of the implant and can you provide physical changes indicating...
after failure study

Silicone Implants Under or over Muscle? 3 answers

before comparison over muscle under muscle

I Had my Tissue Expanders Removed Yesterday and 500 Cc Silicone Implants Put in What is my Size? 3 answers

500-549cc after size tissue expander

5 Years Post Implants After Bi-lateral Mastectomy: Started to Get Pain in Left Breast 3 answers

Starting last week I have pain in my left breast. I have silicone implants and the pain is dull but steady for about an hour then will go away but...
5 years post-op after bilateral mastectomy cancer causes pain

What Silicone Implants are Available in US? 3 answers

What Silicone Implants Are Available in the Us? Do We Really Have Gummies?? What is Being Used Today? I have read about gummy bear implants! Is this...
availability before cohesive gel gummy bear implants

Got Silicone Implants 12 Years Ago, What Happens if They Rupture? 3 answers

Had these and have had no problems so far, but as they are getting older ,what signs are there to warn me they may be leaking or any other problems...
10 years post-op after risk rupture

3 Months Post- Breast Implants - Muscle Pain at Night? 3 answers

I have this muscle pain most at the time at night after 3mo of my silicone breast implants. durant the day the pain is not that bad. what this could...
3 months post-op after muscle pain

Are Infrared Lights Harmful to Breast Implants I.e. Silicone? 3 answers

Breast implants, i.e. silicone.
after infrared light risk

If Ruptured, Could Silicone Memory Gel Implants Migrate Through the Body and Cause Problems? 3 answers

I got silicone gel implants two months ago, the MemoryGel kind by Mentor. I am worried I wont be able to detect a leak down the road. If my silicone...
after Memory Gel migration rupture worried

Are my Silicone Implants Going to Look Symmetric? 3 answers

I have a breast augmentation three weeks ago. I have silicone. They were asymetric before, it was the reason why I did this. The doctor put 200cc in...
after

What is the Average Cost for Silicone Breast Implants, Smooth, Under Muscle Be the Medium C in the Des Plaines IL Area 3 answers

What is the Average Cost for Silicone Breast Implants, Smooth, Under Muscle Be the Medium C in the Des Plaines IL Area
before C cup costs smooth under muscle

Sloshing Sound in Right Breast Implant 2 answers

I have silicone breast implants which are one year old. Twice, I have visited sea level and returned to my home which is at a high altitude. Both...
after breasts

Saline Breast Implants or Silicone? 2 answers

Which lasts longer between Saline breast implants and Silicone breast implants?
before breasts saline implants

FDA Approval for Silicone Breast Implants in 18-year-old Women? 2 answers

Is there any way the FDA can approve silicone breast implants for 18 year olds? The plastic surgeon I consulted with told me that the FDA may be able...
before breasts

Advice on High Profile Silicone Breast Implants? 2 answers

I went for a consultation the other day and the plastic surgeon recommended high profile 475 cc silicone breast implants. I like how the moderate...
before bigger breasts

Breast Implant in Terms of Leakage, Rupture and Contracture Rates 2 answers

Trying to decide between cohesive silicone gel (gummy bear) Breast Implant vs. saline breast implant. Please help me answer which has higher (1)...
before breasts capsular contracture leak rupture saline implants side effects

Are my Implants Bottoming Out? 375cc Silicone Gel 2 answers

I have 375cc silicone gel implants. I had very little tissue to begin with. I notice that when I raise my arms that my nipples ride high on my breast....
350-399cc after bottom out

Sharp Pain in Breast 5 Weeks Post-op 2 answers

Circumareolar incision; silicon implants; 5 wks post-op; sharp pain (like glass inside!) in breast upon touching 2 or 3 localized areas in close...
after breasts pain

Which Silicone Implant Size to Increase 32B to a C Cup 2 answers

I am 5'2", 110 lbs. with a petite frame and currently a 32B but am looking to increase my breast size to a small or medium C cup. Would 339...
before

Silicone High Profile Smooth Under Muscle Implants - Right for Me? 2 answers

I was advised by my Dr. to go with silicon-HP-smooth under the muscle implants. I am 5'8 180lbs. He told me this will take me to a full C cup.I...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in B cup before high profile smooth under muscle

Breast Implants (Transaxillary with Silicone) - Visible Tunnel and Lump 2 answers

Three weeks ago I had silicone implants with the transaxillary approach. I can see the tunnel used on my right side. There is a small lump in the...
after lumps transaxillary

Silicone Implants Above Muscle to Prevent "Bubble Effect" 2 answers

I am 29 I weigh 125 am 5'3 and have a slender/athletic body type. I have had two kids both of which were breast fed. While breastfeeding I went to...
above muscle age 25-34 before position

Petite Build - 375cc over the Muscle 2 answers

I am getting finally soon 375 cc silicone implants, full height, full projection over the muscle - if possible doctor will place 410 cc, but now I am...
090-109 lbs 350-399cc 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in A cup before over muscle petite

Will a Moderate+ Profile Silicone Implant Give Me an Hourglass Figure? 2 answers

I am 5'2" 120bs, 29" ribcage, 34B (with a lightly padded bra but after breastfeeding 2 kids, I'm actually measuring a 32" bust)...
before hourglass moderate plus profile under muscle

Silicone Implants: How Do They Read on a Body Composition Scale? 2 answers

Hi, I just purchased a scale that measures fat, visceral fat, muscle, and water (as well as total weight). Since I have silicone breast implants,...
after fat measurements muscle visceral fat water

Do Anatomical High Profile Silicone Implants Look Larger with Same Cc Volume As Round Implants? (photo) 2 answers

I am 5'4',105lbs,28inc ribcage and was a 32A preop. During preop we agreed on 320cc,did not discuss other details of implant as I left this to...
after anatomical comparison high profile round

Is It Normal for Silicone Implants to Move when Massaged? 2 answers

Dear Dr. I had my breast augmentation done 3 weeks ago today with 350cc mentor memory gel implants. I noticed after 1 week of massaging (although feel...
3 weeks post-op after massage Memory Gel movement normal

Dimples in Cleavage Area when Leaning over 1 answer

I 9 months post-op and chose round 375 cc high profile textured silicone implants under the muscle. At the time when I was choosing the size, I had...
9 months post-op after dimple high profile textured

Saline or Silicone Implants? 1 answer

Hi! I've wanted implants for a while(I'm now 20, I know I'm young but this is something I've thought about for years, and finally feel...
110-129 lbs A cup age 18-24 before saline implants

Can Breform Be Placed over Silicone Implants to Produce a Breast Lift? 1 answer

I currently have 12 year old implants, placed above the muscle. I have been looking into breast lift procedures and at first had thought by placing...
after internal bra

Silicone Levels - Before and After - in Implant Recipients 1 answer

Has any body done blood work looking at silicone levels in the blood for a patient BEFORE and a reasonable time AFTER saline or silicone implants for...
after blood test research
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