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Is There a Big Difference Between 360-390 Implants and 390-420?

asked 1 year ago by anon
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 509 times
Tags: 350-399cc

Hi, I currently have 360-390 allergen MP implants and considering going larger to 390-420 implants is there a big difference in look and projection? thanks. I am 5' 3in. and 130lbs. 30 inch rib cage.

5 answers to Is There a Big Difference Between 360-390 Implants and 390-420?

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Difference in the next step up in implant size

The short answer is no. An Allergan medium profile style 68 390 cc implant is .3 cm wider and no difference in forward projection by measurement.  In general, if the implant was sized properly relative to the breast width the first time, you can go up to a Moderate Plus Mentor or a high profile Allergan and add to the forward projection size by up to a half cup size. If the tissues have had a chance to soften and settle around the original implant and the capsule space is... more
Scott L. Replogle, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Is There a Big Difference Between 360-390 Implants and 390-420?

Is There a Big Difference Between 360-390 Implants and 390-420? In my opinion, no there is only a 30 cc (2 tablespoon difference)  
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Difference in implants

The difference in volume is only about 30 cc and should not really impact your decision.  It may be slightly wider implant with a mm or two of increased projection.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Upsizing Breast Implants - Is It Worth It?

When considering upsizing breast implants I always want patients to make sure that the risks outweigh the benefits.  Each time you have surgery there are small risks of infection, implants settling in the wrong position, scarring etc that we routinely undertake.  The vast majority of times this is a non issue. But we always say in plastic surgery that "the enemy of good is perfect."  Meaning that if we take something good and try to make it perfect there is a... more
Vincent P. Marin, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breast implant size differences

There is not a lot of difference between the implants at all.  The main thing is that the larger implant will have a slightly larger diameter by a few mm, and perhaps a slightly greater projection (go to the site and look at implant specifications).  Personally/professionally, going up one size without a good reason, doesn't seem worth it. If you are looking for more projection, look into high profile implants.  For a 30" chest wall, your implants may give... more
Scott E. Kasden, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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