Implants will settle down with time

Kenneth R. Francis, MD answers: Severely depressed by new breast implants

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 5'7" 115pounds. I look huge and I am severely depressed. I want them out! What should I do...i can't stand how they look.


Kenneth R. Francis, MD
9 months ago
By Kenneth R. Francis, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Zuelkea,

Hang in there. You are fairly tall at 5'7" and can probably carry the D cup, and that you will likely end up with from the 400cc implants. Right now you have swelling and your tissue envelope is tight. Your implants probably feel as if they are choking you, they are so high.  The swelling will subside, the implants will settle down and the tissue will relax. This may take several weeks, but when it does, you will likely be very satisfied.  Good luck!

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A: You really should wait before making any decisions

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

You really should wait before making any decisions. You just had surgery and you probably have considerable swelling. Additionally, they implants and tissue need to settle. This process can take several months.

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A: Give your body time to adjust from Breast Augmentation

Barry H. Dolich, MD
9 months ago
By Barry H. Dolich, MD - Bronx Plastic Surgeon

By most standards, at 5'7" and 115 lbs, you are underweight, and I would always inquire about eating disorders and possible associated depression in prospective patients. This may account for your strong reaction to surgery. But even if it isn't, don't act rashly and give yourself time to adjust to your new body image. A 10 lb. weight gain and some time may be all you need.

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