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Increasing Breast Implants 2 Months After First Augmentation?

asked 2 years ago by Jp 1969 in California
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 1,361 times
Tags: breasts, breast size, healing, implant size, recovery

I had an initial Breast Augmentation 2 months ago and am not satisfied with the size. If I opt to have another surgery to exchange the implants for a larger size, what is the best optimal time to wait? Is it better to wait until fully healed?

I would hate to be fully healed and then start all over again. However, I want to do what is best recommended as I want a good overall result. My plastic surgeon thinks my implants are perfect and has given me little information on a redo.

13 answers to Increasing Breast Implants 2 Months After First Augmentation?

Breast sizing

It is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “C cup” or "fake looking" means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Optimal Time for Size Change after Breast Augentation

A 6-month time frame is wisest. Let the swelling resolve, and a little more healing occur before "going back in." The healing time for surgery to replace implant size is minor compared with the first procedure. You have nothing to gain by rushing into implant replacement surgery. Take your time sizing to be certain you really do want to go larger. Try putting dry rice into zip-lock plastic bags and place these in your bra. Once you have the right amount of... more

Paul C. Zwiebel, MD
Denver Plastic Surgeon

www.pzwiebel.com

What if I want larger implants 2 months after Breast Augmentation?

Hi there- I would advise you to give it a bit more time (at least 3-4 months, and preferably 6) for several reasons... First of all, your breast outcome is probably going to evolve for that period of time, meaning that at present you are likely not seeing the final outcome of your initial operation. It may be that after a suitable period, when you have achieved your final outcome, that you are indeed happy and no longer desire a second procedure. Secondly, expanding your skin too fast by placing more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

Increasing volume

Since you just had surgery two months ago, it is a bit early to swap out to a larger size. You should heal first and probably wait a few more months.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Increasing Breast Implants 2 Months After First Augmentation?

Increasing Breast Implants 2 Months After First Augmentation? This is too soon. I generally recommend waiting 4-6 months.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Wait a little, consider a size

I would recommend waiting at least 6 months before deciding to exchange your breast implants for another size. What is more important is to think about what size you would be happy with. Have a conversation with your surgeon about the size you chose before surgery and why you are unhappy. Keep in mind that the cost of implant exchange in many cases is more expensive than the original breast augmentation.

Joseph G. Bauer, MD
Alpharetta Plastic Surgeon

Tincture of Time before revision breast surgery

Jp1969, To answer your question directly, I would wait 3-6 months after your surgery. This will allow the tissue to heal and regain their softness so that revision surgery (if needed/desired) will not be as difficult. Just give it time. Also realize that your tissues may be able to accept larger implants without serious risks. Continue to follow up with your surgeon and together you all can determine the next move. Take care. Dr. ES

Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Timing of re-do breast augmentation surgery

Be patient. I would recommend waiting at least 4-6 months before undergoing a breast augmentation revision. This time period will allow all of your swelling to resolve as well as your implants to drop and your breasts to soften. You may find that by waiting, you may ultimately like the size and appearance of your breasts. After waiting 4-6 months, if you would still like to be bigger, I feel it would be safe to proceed with a revision.

David A. Robinson, MD
Munster Plastic Surgeon

Re-do breast implants

First of all you should wait 4 months before worrying about the size you have. Presumably a lot of thought went into thie choice of your current impant and you need to give the tissues a chance to relax and let the implants look the way they should before making any decisions about revisions. Also if your doctor spent a good bit of time preop on the choice of size with you and feels your result looks good and as they expected, they are under no obligation to re-do you for free or even... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Dissatisfied with breast implant size

Two months is a bit early to assess size of implant. How long you should wait is relative since each situation is different. Some breasts with increast in volume as you heal since the soft tissues can restrict the implant. After the soft tissues soften and stretch, the implant may cause the breast to soften and increase in size just as your tight jeans will enlarge after wear. Other situations may cause shrinkage of the breast if edema and bruising is extreme such that as these side effects... more

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

OK to enlarge breasts after augmentation

Every patient is different, but if you are committed to further enlarging your impants it is my opinion that it could safely be performed at the 2 month time. But I would encourage you to think further about it. Sometimes a patient may think they want to go up just a little, and unless you feel that the implants are substantially too small, it may not be worth the trouble. Generally it takes about 3 months for the implants to settle in before you can fully evaluate the result. But there are... more

Darrick E. Antell, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast Implant Exchange

I would recommend waiting at least six months before exchanging your implants for a different size. For one thing, you may become happier with the size with time. More importantly, It takes at least six months for the wounds to mature biochemically and you will usually obtain a better final result if you can wait.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

Timing of revision breast implant surgery

Jp, You are still early in your recovery and the timing of revision surgery depends on a number of issues. If your tissues were tight prior to surgery and are tight now, you would best wait until there is some proper healing and relaxation before placing, I assume, larger implants. All things considered I think waiting at least 6 months is best to strive for your best outcome. It is possible that you will decide in time that your plastic surgeon is right and the size you chose was best for... more