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Gummy Bear Implants Heavier Than Silicone Implants?

asked 1 year ago by SallyAnne34 in Marina del Rey, CA
Latest answer by Navin K. Singh, MD
Question viewed 199 times
Tags: silicone implant, comparison, gummy bear implants, heavy

Had 10 year old silicone removed and Gummy Bears and Breast Lift done, again. Breasts are very heavy and lollipop scars sore. 4 months post op and sternum is swollen and hurts to touch. Is this standard. Am feeling uncomfortable asking Dr. Had none of these symptoms with first surgery which was much more severe. Could the Gummies be too heavy for my chest?

4 answers to Gummy Bear Implants Heavier Than Silicone Implants?

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Gummy Bear Implants Heavier Than Silicone Implants?

No there are not. Did you increase the size? Also 4 months postop sounds quite long to still be having these described issues. seek in person second opinion. 
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Gummy bear versus silicone weight

The density of the gummy bear implants and the less cohesive silicone implants is very close.  Unless you changed volume, there should be very little difference in weight. My guess is that your symptoms are not related to the type of implant.  That said, if you are that uncomfortable four months after your operation, you should ask your surgeon.   We are not just here for the operation.   Our role in the process includes pre-operative counseling, the surgery... more
Gordon Lewis, MD

Richmond Plastic Surgeon
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Gummy Bear Implants vs. Silcone Implants

The form-stable implants (gummy-bear) are not any heavier than regular silicone implants.  Your recovery is probably related to more dissection and correction from prior surgery, including an additional breast-lift.  Several things such as anti-inflammatory medications, scar massage. or physical therapy might expedite your healing and recuperation. 
Navin K. Singh, MD

Washington DC Plastic Surgeon

www.WashingtonianPlasticSurgery.com

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Gummy bear breast implants

Gummy bear silicone implants weigh about the same as regular silcone implants.  The larger an implant is, the more it will weigh and stretch the skin.  Just like large, heavy breasts, over time very large implants can cause breast discomfort or sagging.
Vincent D. Lepore, MD

San Jose Plastic Surgeon

www.vincentleporemd.com

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