Will 600cc High Profile Cause Problems?

asked 1 year ago by paige_12 in utah
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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Tags: 600-649cc, high profile

i am 5'9" weigh 135ibs, i had a breast augmentation 1 year ago and am not pleased with how they turned out. i wanted them to be round and high but instead they are teardrop shaped. my implant is 350cc moderate+ filled to 400. i'm wanting to get a reaug and am considering doing 600cc high profile implants. would i have any problems or complications going to that size of implant?

10 answers to Will 600cc High Profile Cause Problems?

Risks of a larger sized breast implant

Yes, this is a larger than average breast implant. There are numerous increased risks associated with this, and I am sure I will not even touch on half of them, but consider the following. The size of the implant has been associated with: 1.Increased risk of loss of nipple sensation 2.Increased risk for long term breast ptosis (sagging) 3.Increased risk for chest wall deformation (curving of the ribs) 4.Increased risk of rippling or palpable /visible creases 5... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

600 cc implants

First, before going to a larger implant like this one, a proper exam is in order to see the chest wall dimensions and to assess your soft tissue coverage.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

600 cc High Profile Breast Implant

It is not uncommon to place 600cc or larger breast implants. This is especially true in cities like Las Vegas. You definitely need to consider your breast dimensions and tissue characteristics. Irreversible tissue thinning can happen with any breast implant size, but tends to be more common the bigger your go. I have several patients with 800 cc gel implants who have outstanding results and do not have isues with thining skin. It is best to consult with your board certified plastic... more

Arthur Cambeiro, MD
Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

Going larger after first breast augmentation

It really depends on the width and height of your chest. You are tall, which helps, but if you have a narrow and short chest, with thin skin, an implant which is larger than your body will be more noticeable and "unnatural" in its look and behavior. If you like the unnatural look, then you will be happy. In my experience, however, patients are happier when the implant sits and acts more like a natural breast.

Michael A. Jazayeri, MD
Santa Ana Plastic Surgeon

Large sized breast implants

No, I have increased the size much greater than that. However, you may need some sort of uplift of your breasts.

Edward J. Domanskis, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

The elusive quest for "high and tight"

Many women idealize a round, high and tight breast, however keeping that "perfect" look is difficult because gravity tends to win. The width of your chest (hemithorax) should ideally match the footprint of the implant and because the "high profile" saline implants are more narrow, the larger volume may still be appropriate. Nevertheless, over time, the overlying tissues, muscles, breast tissue and skin get expanded or stretch, enlarging the space. ... more

Lavinia Chong, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Bigger is not Better

Larger implants over time can cause tissue stretching and thinning. This occurs over time. It is very difficult to keep the implants high and round for a lifetime. Dr. ES

Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Larger implants can cause more soft tissue problems

There is no dividing line between an implant that is too large and an implant that is not going to have any possible problem. With your height I can see why you would like to have a larger implant. Hopefully, the initial implant was placed under the muscle so you will have more adequate tissue to hold the implant. You may need some pocket modifications when you get the new implants. With out pictures I can only guess but it sound like the right thing... more

Marcus L. Peterson, MD
Saint George Plastic Surgeon

600cc High Profile Cause Problems

Same complications as with any exchange of implants + difficulty in closure must be addressed. You posted no photos so all our responses are purely guesses.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Please send pictures

To provide better evaluation and recommendation, pictures will help. In geneeral bigger implants will cause thinning of the breast tissue in long run, more sagging because of the weight and also more shifting to the axilla.