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750cc in Tissue Expanders Currently. Is 800cc Correct for Silicone?

I am 6 weeks out of Preventative Bilateral Mastectomy, BRCA1 positive, pathology is clear. Skin Sparing, not Nipple sparing.My PS was able to make...

3 Months Post- Mastectomy. 29 Band Width, 5'4, 130 Lbs, Expanded to 450cc. What Size Should I Go?

Have expanders to 450 currently. Not sure what size implant to get...silicone 450 or 495? Currently still getting expanded. What sizes would this be??

Breast Reconstruction Implant Revision - More Expansion Needed?

I saw a plastic surgeon because I am having pressure and pain across my chest. I have a 250 cc implant. He told me that my current implant is way too...

Right Implants for Reconstruction After Mastectomy to Achieve D Cup?

I'm going to have breast reconstruction due to a double mastectomy, I have tissue expanders 600cc, I'm 22 years old, 5'6", 132 pounds,34" ribcage. How...

What Are the Different Kinds of Breast Implants? Which One is Best for Me? (photo)

I am going to have a consultation for a breast lift with implants. I am 44, 5'6 and weigh 140 lbs. My problem is asymmetry and sagging due to age and...

Best Option for 60 Yr. Old After Bilateral Mascetomy?

I am in good health other than the cancer and will not require post surgicial radiation or chemo. I am over weight at 140 pounds and am 5'3" tall. I...

Round or Tear Drop Silicone Gel Breast Implants? For Reconstruction Patient

Breast cancer survivor w tissue expanders confused about what type of implant round or tear drop? My surgeon gave me great advice asked me to think...

Will my Breasts Get Bigger in Time?

Hello, I am 25 years old. I weigh 135lbs and I am 5'4''. I had a prophylactic mastectomy because of my BRCA2 positive diagnosis. I had my expanders...

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