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Armando Soto, MD answers: Saline Breast implant reduction

I have Mentor saline implants filled to 375 CC, the procedure done in 2004. I have been quite happy with my breasts and the implants, but lately, as I approach menopause, I'm wishing for somewhat smaller breasts! Can I have, say, 100 or 150 cc of the saline removed from the implants, or will I need to have complete removal and replacement with smaller implants?


Armando Soto, MD
11 months ago
By Armando Soto, MD - Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Hi-

Reducing the volume of your existing implants by a noticeable amount would be likely to lead to visible rippling, and would greatly increase the odds of the implants rupturing quickly, as well as introducing the problems outlined by my colleagues.

Your best bet is to get a good handle on your goals, then meet with your surgeon and describe them to him. It sounds like you'd be best off removing the existing implants and placing smaller ones, with or without a breast re-shaping procedure (lift).

Here's hoping you get exactly what you want!

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