Can I Get Bigger Implants 6 Months Post Op?

asked 1 year ago by anon
Latest answer by Jason E. Leedy, MD
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Tags: age 18-24, bigger, timing

I am 24 years old 5'9 140 lbs. Three months ago I had breast augmentation with 400cc silicone implants. I was a large A before. Now that the swelling is gone I am very disappointed and want to go larger soon. I can wear a 36 C or 34 D. They look like a large C. Without a push up bra I do not achieve my desired look. I would like to get larger implants at 6 months. I'm thinking 500cc - 550 cc. Is there any reason my doc wouldn't do this?

11 answers to Can I Get Bigger Implants 6 Months Post Op?

"Going On Up" - 400cc to 550cc

Let's review your situation. Less than 6 months ago, you went from a 34A to 36C or 34D with 400cc silicone gel implants but you feel dissatisfied because you cosmetic goals were not met. You feel you SHOULD be larger - much larger quicker and want to know why your "doc" won't just give in and put larger implants in. I think I LIKE your surgeon and would like to explain to you why he is justifiably reluctant to do so. Obviously, he could make more money by... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Exchanging to larger breast implants

Choosing the right implant size is one of the most important aspects of breast augmentation. It is important to realize that nearly everyone grows accustomed to their breast implants after surgery and sometimes feel that they could've or should've gone bigger. Some patients call this "booby greed". It sounds like you are experiencing this. But don't forget, even though you have breast implants you can still use clothing to accentuate... more

Jason E. Leedy, MD
Cleveland Plastic Surgeon

Check with your surgeon

Contact your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and schedule an evaluation to discuss your concerns. Your surgeon will discuss the concern with you as it relates to your individual case. Best wishes!

Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Bigger implants

Bigger implants may lead to more problems. The base diameter may be too large for you, and the heavier weight can contribute to earlier relapse.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Going Bigger,

Judging by your height and weight you are relatively thin. You went from an A to a C/D after your surgery. What I or any of the other surgeons here aren't privy to is the conversation you had with your plastic surgeon regarding size before your first surgery. This would in part determine whether your surgeon would or wouldn't be willing to go larger. The bigger issue is that breast implants need to respect the natural dimensions of the breast and when these are violated you... more

Babak Dadvand, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Large Breast implants

Yes, you could go larger at this time. A lot of plastic surgeons feel uncomfortable in going past a certain size. I do many women who desire large implants. The cavity is just made bigger to accomodate a larger size. It is easier to determine what size you want because you would say I want to be two cup sizes larger and I would then add 120-150cc for each cup size. A 100cc increase will only achieve about a 3/4cup size increase. Also, the swelling is gone totally only after about one... more

Edward J. Domanskis, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Going larger with a breast implant

There are many reasons your doctor may not do this and one of the most important is your anatomy. IF your existing breast diameter is small, exceeding this could result in an undesireable appearance. Furthermore, at your relatively thin body weight, you are more likely sustain long term consequences of ptosis (sagging) with a larger implant. That having been said, if you are willing to sustain these additional risks, six months is a reasonable time to consider revision, although I... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Larger implants - how soon?

I agree in thought with Dr Aldea, but have you discussed this with the operating surgeon? Is there a reason he has given you not to go larger? I see the reasons posted here by the other experts, and I basically agree. My concern is you sound like you will get them enlarged no matter what, so if you were my patient I would have you wait the 6 months than re discuss in great detail the risk/benefit ratios. Than have you sign a detailed consent outlining these issues. BUT remember you might... more

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Huge breast implants are a very bad idea.

Hi. In New York City, we never use breast implants larger than 500 cc's. Big implants stretch your tissues and age very badly. see video

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Going big after breast augmentation

There are a few problems with a larger implant- more visible implant wrinkling, more stress on your tissues, and probably a more un-natural appearance. At the 6 month point, there should be no reason why your surgeon could not remove and replace your implants. Your existing scar could be used, although it might have to be lengthened by a centimeter or so to accommodate the larger implant.

Scott Sattler, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

Exchanging Implants

You certainly can exchange your implants at this point for larger implants. Be aware that 500-550cc implants may well give you a "fake look". Some women want this result, but many do not. As far as your original surgeon is concerned, you will have to ask his/her opinion.