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Do You Lose CC's Behind the Muscle with Saline Implants?

asked 10 months ago by Kimberly H.
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 249 times
Tags: saline implants, under muscle, volume loss, cc, high profile

I tried on sizers and immediately fell in love & decided to go with saline's 475cc(r) & 500cc(left) but I've read that you lose volume & cc's going under the muscle, which is what I plan on going. Is this true? If so, how much cc's would you suggest I go up? It would make me really sad if I were too small, rather than being too big. I appreciate any feedback you give me, thanks. I am 125lbs, 5'0ft, 34B, 13bwd, saline, under's, crease, HP. Kimberly

2 answers to Do You Lose CC's Behind the Muscle with Saline Implants?

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Breast implant sizing

The use of sizers in your bra preoperatively does not accurately correlate with the size of breasts achieved with sub muscular implants. I think that it is very important that you communicate clearly with your surgeon to maximize the chances of achieving your desired breast size. 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... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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"trying on implants" is misleading

Placing an implant on top of your breast is not a good (or accurate) way to determine what size implant to choose. The best way to get the results you want is to find a surgeon that you trust, and communicate your goals and preferences such as size and profile of implant, under or over the muscle, saline versus silicone, preferred incision location, and the reason behind your choices. Please keep in mind that your choices may not give you the result you want at all, and that is where the... more
Anita Patel, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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