What is the Best Way to Approach a Silicon Implant Reduction?

At 16 I had a breast reduction. I went to a pediatric surgeon appointed by my insurance. Years later I had severe scaring and sagging. I sought out a lift to remove scars and extra skin. My Dr said I needed implants along with the lift but I was very adamant about keeping my size small. I was a 32C pre op and agreed to a small C post op. 10 months later and I am a full D cup. I never wanted to go this big and I feel that my Dr made a miscalculation. How I fix this and is my Dr responsible?

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by Lacey M in South Florida

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How to address implant size with your plastic surgeon.

Some patients are unhappy following augmentation due to the size of the implants. Usually, it's a concern that the implants are too small. In your case, it's important to have a frank discussion with your plastic surgeon as to what you are unhappy with. We all want our patients to be thrilled with their results, and you may find that your plastic surgeon has a revision policy where correction of the size is included. I recommend setting up an appointment and discussing these issues... more

David Bogue, MD

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Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.drbogue.com

Implant size issues

It is not unusual to add implants and a lift after breast reduction surgery. Often times the breasts don't look as full as some patients would like after reduction procedures. I am not sure what your doctors policies are regarding revisions and so forth. In my office, I have ALL my patients choose their size, making them responsible for this aspect of surgery. Reason being is what I think is aesthetically pleasing may be and often times is quite different than the patients.... more

Breast Surgery Size Concerns?

Thank you for the question. Based on your description, it sounds like you may benefit from revisionary surgery with smaller implants ( and possible further breast lifting). As you have found, it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. In my practice I find the use of goal pictures to be very helpful. in your case you could use your own before breast-feeding pictures as the goal. I have found that the use of words such as... more

What is the Best Way to Approach a Silicon Implant Reduction?

Your issues are very difficult to advise over the internet. I recommend you see a few boarded PSSs in your area to in person advise/examine.

Breast revision

It can be very difficult to predict cup size after implants., because each bra company measures differently. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD

12 reviews

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Breast revision surgery

Thank you for your question. I would discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon directly. There are some options to help you. Your plastic surgeon will be able to direct you and give you the best option for a revision.