Can I Have Breast Reconstruction Revision and Get a Larger Size?

I chose a full B cup, but doctor wanted bigger. Now that I am 3 years out from chemo, I think I do want to go to full C/D. I have a different fuller body (5'9 and 160 lbs) and think the fuller breasts would look better.

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by cancermom in Memphis, Tn

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Possible to go larger implant for breast Reconstruction

Yes under most circumstances getting a larger implant is not an issue, provided you have not radiation therapy.

Without radiation, a larger reconstructive size is usually possible

If you have not had radiation and have good soft tissue cover (that is, not thinned out), you can go larger. Even after radiation, an increase is sometimes possible. Speak to your surgeon. Congratulations on being so healthy!

Is bigger better?

You can revise your reconstruction but you have to be careful of what the skin will tolerate. If the skin is thin already , especially under the nipple then it may thin out to much and not survive . Adjustment of a reconstruction my require a tissue expander to enlarge the space to accept the larger implant. Sometimes you can just open the pocket up and it will accept a larger implant. Understanding the limitations and the options for what you want is key. It is important being 3 years... more

Breast reconstruction revision

It is certainbly possible to place a larger impalnt in a previously reconstructed breast, but an exam would be key to determine if this is possible in one or two stages.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Implant Size Change After Breast Reconstruction

It is possible to undergo a size change after breast reconstruction. Good skin elasticity and adequate soft tissue coverage are important. Radiation may make volume increase very difficult. It is worth while to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.