I had saline breast implants 7 yrs ago. I want to have them replaced but I want to go smaller. Currently 36DD I want to be 36C. Is this possible?
Answer: Reducing breast implant size. 36DD to 36C. Possible? Of course this is possible. It may require some skin tightening and a pocket adjustment to accommodate the smaller implant, but it certainly is possible. Consider switching to a silicone implant since they have a lower specific gravity and weigh less per cc. Good luck!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Reducing breast implant size. 36DD to 36C. Possible? Of course this is possible. It may require some skin tightening and a pocket adjustment to accommodate the smaller implant, but it certainly is possible. Consider switching to a silicone implant since they have a lower specific gravity and weigh less per cc. Good luck!
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Answer: Reducing implant size will require simultaneous lift At size 36 each 200 cc’s of implant corresponds to 1 cup size change. To go from a DD to a C would require 400 cc removal. If you remove that much volume, it is likely that your breasts will droop. I recommend a new technique called Implant Exchange with Mini Ultimate Breast LiftTM. Using only a circumareola incision it is possible to reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, your implants can be exchanged for smaller ones. Aligning the areola, breast tissue and implant over the bony prominence of the chest wall maximizes anterior projection with a minimal size implant. Small round textured silicone gel implants placed retro-pectoral since they look and feel more natural, are more stable, less likely to ripple or have complications needing revision. Implant profile is irrelevant in the retro-pectoral position since the muscle compresses it. This technique avoids the ugly vertical scars of the traditional technique, maintains nipple sensation and the ability to breast feed. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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Answer: Reducing implant size will require simultaneous lift At size 36 each 200 cc’s of implant corresponds to 1 cup size change. To go from a DD to a C would require 400 cc removal. If you remove that much volume, it is likely that your breasts will droop. I recommend a new technique called Implant Exchange with Mini Ultimate Breast LiftTM. Using only a circumareola incision it is possible to reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, your implants can be exchanged for smaller ones. Aligning the areola, breast tissue and implant over the bony prominence of the chest wall maximizes anterior projection with a minimal size implant. Small round textured silicone gel implants placed retro-pectoral since they look and feel more natural, are more stable, less likely to ripple or have complications needing revision. Implant profile is irrelevant in the retro-pectoral position since the muscle compresses it. This technique avoids the ugly vertical scars of the traditional technique, maintains nipple sensation and the ability to breast feed. Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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March 9, 2014
Answer: Reducing breast implant size. 36DD to 36C. Possible? Although it is difficult to give you specific enough advice online, reducing breast size is certainly possible. Your physical examination will guide your plastic surgeon when it comes to the details of the operation that will be necessary. For example, some patients who downsize breast implants will also need to undergo downsizing of the surrounding breast implant capsules (capsulorraphy). Otherwise, these patients will experience problems with their smaller breast implants shifting/displacing within the remaining large breast implant capsule spaces. Also, some patients who undergo downsizing of that breast implants will need to have their breasts skin envelopes adjusted; breast lifting surgery may be necessary. You will be best off seeking consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients with revisionary breast surgery. Communicate your goals carefully as well. Keep in mind that communicating your goals in terms of achieving a specific cup size can be a source of miscommunication. You may find the attached link helpful to you as you learn more about revisionary breast surgery. Best wishes.
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Answer: Reducing breast implant size. 36DD to 36C. Possible? Although it is difficult to give you specific enough advice online, reducing breast size is certainly possible. Your physical examination will guide your plastic surgeon when it comes to the details of the operation that will be necessary. For example, some patients who downsize breast implants will also need to undergo downsizing of the surrounding breast implant capsules (capsulorraphy). Otherwise, these patients will experience problems with their smaller breast implants shifting/displacing within the remaining large breast implant capsule spaces. Also, some patients who undergo downsizing of that breast implants will need to have their breasts skin envelopes adjusted; breast lifting surgery may be necessary. You will be best off seeking consultation with board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients with revisionary breast surgery. Communicate your goals carefully as well. Keep in mind that communicating your goals in terms of achieving a specific cup size can be a source of miscommunication. You may find the attached link helpful to you as you learn more about revisionary breast surgery. Best wishes.
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March 9, 2014
Answer: Going From DD to C Cup Your saline implants can be removed. Your breast size will reduce but no one can say that you will go from a DD to a C cup. The hope is that your breast size will reduce to give you proportion to your chest, waist and hips. Earl Stephenson, Jr, MD, DDS, FACS
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Answer: Going From DD to C Cup Your saline implants can be removed. Your breast size will reduce but no one can say that you will go from a DD to a C cup. The hope is that your breast size will reduce to give you proportion to your chest, waist and hips. Earl Stephenson, Jr, MD, DDS, FACS
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Always possible to go smaller You can always have your implants exchanged for smaller ones, and you may be able to get to a C cup. However, you may also need a breast lift, if downsizing leaves you with excess skin.
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March 17, 2014
Answer: Always possible to go smaller You can always have your implants exchanged for smaller ones, and you may be able to get to a C cup. However, you may also need a breast lift, if downsizing leaves you with excess skin.
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