Breast implant reduction is not risky

Darrick E. Antell, MD answers: Is breast implant reduction too risky?

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 425, maybe same projection but lesser diameter, since my ribcage is rather small. I am not necessarily looking for a conservative look; I just don't want to look too big. Is the procedure of downsizing an implant complicated or risky? I would probably do it in a couple of months.


Darrick E. Antell, MD
9 months ago
By Darrick E. Antell, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

I think a 15% reduction in the size of the implant as you requested should not be terribly risky. However, as you have only had the implants in for 3 months, you may wish to wait a bit longer as I have seen people who initially thought a particular implant was too big, or too small, and after waiting decided that they were happy with the initial choice after all.  Remeber that cosmetic surgery, is surgery, with all of the potential risks.  It may simply not be worth it for a 15% reduction in size. Talk this over with your surgeon.

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A: If you downsize, you may need a breast lift

David Shafer, MD
9 months ago
By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Mariana,

In reference to your previous question, if you downsize the implant moderately, then you may actually have a more natural appearing breast. If you downsize significantly, then you may actually need a breast lift to accommodate for the extra skin. If you are just having an implant exchange, the surgery is usually straight-forward. I hope this is helpful.

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