Is There an Implant That is Adjustable? If There Please Describe the Procedure.,

I had an augmentation on my left breat in April 11, the dr. put wrong size (600) in. It was too big, sh/hv used 500cc? very uncomfordable. too lopsided from right breast, hard to sleep. she did not allow me to examine sample before procedure. It is 34DD, I wear 34D. I do not have photos sorry. Thanks

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Adjustable implants not a substitute to surgical planning

One of the most stressful issues of breast augmentation with implants is accurately predicting the final breast size. Adjustable breast implants have been tauted as the answer to the problem because they "allow the patient to change her mind" or "adjust to preference" after the implant surgery. However: Adjustable breast implants can only be "adjusted" by around 10 to 20% of their planned volume Adjustable implants require the use of a... more

Spectrum adjustable expander implant

There are 2 aspects to this question, the first of which is how to choose the implant size. There are different schools of thought on this, but my approach is to have the patient as involved as possible in advance so she is comfortable with the decision. We have the patient try implants tucked into a bra, on 2 different occasions, to preview what the result will be. It is also very important to respect the base diameter of the breast so measurements are done. This determines which... more

Breast Revision

Some fluid can be removed, but the risk of a ripple is greater, provided these are saline. If silicone, you need a new implant.

Breast implant too big

I would not suggest the use of any “adjustable” breast implant. I do suggest communicating your concerns with your surgeon and downsizing your current implants if you mutually decide that this is in your best interest. Your concern about “sampling” implant prior to surgery is understandable but I don't think examining different implants prior to procedure would have necessarily changed the outcome. It is important to communicate your size goals... more