Unsatisfied w/ Breast Augmentation Results. What Can I Do?

I had a breast augmentation done in October.After bringing in pictures to show and explain what I wanted/did not want.I had to being in a new bra and have a stocking filled with rice with the amount of cc's which was 530cc.The doctor contradicted his original professional opinion and told me not to go above 475. After surgery I was immediately worried about size,position later displacement. seen the doctor 3 times since then and he has ignored my complaints saying I have to pay for revise! what can i do?

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8 Doctor Answers | Asked by babycakes321 in Kitchener, ON

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Unsatisfactory outcome after implants

Without further details it is hard to answer your question. Howvever, I would go over things with your doctor again to see what can be done for you.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Unsatisfactory outcome to breast augmentation surgery

It is not always possible to achieve a desired or predicted result with surgery. You are not made of clay. You are composed of biologic tissues which respond differently to surgical trauma in different individuals. It is in your surgeon's best interests to satisfy you but they cannot always do this for free. Work together to find a resolution. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

33 reviews

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast augmentation redo

You don't state if your implants are saline or silicone, if they are saline, your surgeon may have meant that you should not have an implant larger than 475cc which can be filled to 525cc without being considered "overfilled". Many women are disappointed that they did not go larger initially after their surgery, but in most cases your body frame will dictate how large you can go. At this point I would recommend that you wait a few months for your breasts to... more

Accurately Predicting Augmented Breasts' Size BEFORE Surgery

Regarding: "Unsatisfied w/ Breast Augmentation Results. What Can I Do? I had a breast augmentation done in October.After bringing in pictures to show and explain what I wanted/did not want.I had to being in a new bra and have a stocking filled with rice with the amount of cc's which was 530cc.The doctor contradicted his original professional opinion and told me not to go above 475. After surgery I was immediately worried about size,position later displacement. seen the doctor... more

A shared understanding of breast aesthetics is important to establish

You and your surgeon need to establish a 'shared understanding' of what you would like your breasts to look like after augmentation. In our clinic- we take a patient's chest measurements, do a private implant sizing session with out RN, and review photos together. This system has allowed us to deliver good results for patients. 6 weeks after surgery is too early to decide on revision surgery. Wait a while. Unless there was a technical complication with the surgery-... more

After breast augmentation wait 3 to 6 months to see the final result

In our Santa Rosa breast augmentation practice we tell our patients that the final result will not be seen until about 3 to 6 months after surgery. A good shape, position and look is foremost. The difference between 475 and 530 cc may seem like a lot, but it is 55 cc, which is just under 2 ounces. If the size is disappointing at 475 cc, I am not sure that those extra 2 ounces may be why you are dissatisfied. Visit with him again at 3 months. Most surgeons are... more

Breast augmentation results

The best place to start is with your original surgeon. Write down the specific items that concern you so that all of these issues can be addressed in an organized fashion. Breast augmentation involves many variables, and the decision to change size may have been based on your tissue characteristics. If you decide to seek another opinion, be sure to go to a board-certified plastic surgeon. Be wary of a surgeon who speaks negatively about your initial surgeon; this... more

Unsatisfied with breast augmentation

It is nearly impossible to appropriately address your concerns without a face to face consultation. Seeing your original surgeon is a good start. When you go in, you need to be very specific about your concerns. Is it size? shape? symmetry? scarring? rippling? We try our best to answer your concerns. If it is possible to do something, we will when the timing postoperatively is right. If we think you need to wait so that swelling can resolve and implants can... more