Had Breat Augmentation, and Am Now Wanting Bigger.

asked 10 months ago by kymomof2 in Madisonville, KY
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: A to D cup, bigger, cc

I am 5'3, 108lb.I was an A and went to a D (375(L)400cc(R) Im wanting bigger. If I got 500cc would it be significantly bigger if not is 600cc too big?

10 answers to Had Breat Augmentation, and Am Now Wanting Bigger.

Increasing the breast implant volume

It is difficult to say whether or not this would be appropriate without a formal exam. The implants you suggest are quite large and may not fit your frame properly.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Fake Look Vs Natural Look

With your small frame (5'3", 108 pounds) implants with volumes of 375-400cc seem quite large. It pretty much boils down to the look that you are seeking. Any implants which are larger than you have currently will almost certainly give you "the fake look". If this is not bothersome to you or this is the result that you are seeking, then you certainly can have larger implants placed. You must be aware, however, that implants which are "too... more

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Had breast implants; now wants to go larger!

The simple and short answer is that if you want to go larger, you probably can, though your surgeon and your anatomy have to cooperate! In general, a 100-125cc difference adds just under 1/2 cup size, so YOU have to decide if this is enough of a change to be worthwhile reopening Pandora's box! If you developed a capsular contracture, malposition, double bubble, etc. you might end up wishing for what you started with. I'm not trying to "scare" you into not having... more

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

A few issues to consider

Increasing your implant by 125 cc from a 375/400 cc to a 500 cc will be a noticeable difference. However, as noted above, this can create other problems if the implant doesn't fit your frame. Depending on what type of implant you have, you might ask your plastic surgeon about the use of a high profile implant, with a larger volume and more projection, but a narrower base. Also, studies have shown that there are more long term complications with implants when the implant... more

Daniel Sherick, MD
Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon

Secondary Breast Augmentation to Increase Volume

Before a woman upsizes to larger breast implants, it is important to consider whether or not your chest anatomy will support the additional weight. There are no hard and fast rules but in general having breast implants that take you to a size larger than a D cup will be prone to long term sagging. It is usual necessary to increase the implant size by 75-100 cc. to notice a significant difference. Get the opinion of more than one board certified plastic surgeon and ask them what they think... more

Joseph Fata, M.D.
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

Please send your pictures

The before and after picture would help. I would wait at least 3 months after the surgery for revision. In general for the revision you should go at least 75-100 cc bigger to notice the difference.

Kamran Khoobehi, MD
New Orleans Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant sizing is important

I would carefully consider the long term consequences of larger implants on a small framed chest. You might regret the outcome a few years from now. This is just my own bias - I'm not a fan of large implants. Post some photos !

Scott Sattler, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

Had Breat Augmentation, and Am Now Wanting Bigger.

Without a posted photo very hard to advise. I would recommend at least 1500 cc's more per side as a minimum starting place. I meant 500 cc's per side not 1500- typo!

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Photos

Hard to see without photos-you need to wait at least 6 mos before revisionary surgery-also other factors are involved-are your implants above or below the muscle, size of your pocket-what are some of the limitations in your case to be able to gomlarger. You need to discuss in depth to find out what your best options are without creating a bigger problem for you in the future

Edward J. Bednar, MD
Charlotte Plastic Surgeon

Wanting larger implants

If you are considering revisionary surgery to go larger, it would be helpful to know how long ago you had the procedure done. In most cases, I ask the patient to wait atleast 3-6 months before proceeding with revisionary surgery. Clear communication with your plastic surgeon is important in achieving the desired goals of the patient. I like to communicate with patients with “goal” pictures. During surgery, I use temporary sizers to determine the size/profile that will... more