Is 650cc Implants Too Big for Me?

You should discuss this size implant with your plastic surgeon prior to committing to 650cc implants, which in my opinion, are too large. Patients with implants of that size and weight, are more prone to complications in the future. The weight of the implants over time will cause excess stretching of the skin and thinning out of the breast tissue. 

I use 3D imaging on patients to simulate what they may look like with certain sizes of breast implants. It's very accurate and allows patients to visualize the result before having surgery.

Discuss your size again with your plastic surgeon and be sure to actually see and feel a 650cc breast implant.

Best wishes,

Dr.Bruno

Without photos and measurements this is a difficult question to answer.  In my practice I like to focus on proportionality.  There are many things to consider other than just cc's  when selecting implant sizes.  For example,  the quality of your skin, your breast dimensions, current breast volume, shape and any ptosis that may be present.  It is well documented that going to large leads to higher reoperative rates.   Based on your height, weight and current breast size you gave, this may be too large depending on the look that you are trying to achieve.  This would be especially true if a lift is necessary.  Ultimately, it is your decision, just make sure you're aware of all the risks and potential complications involved and ask your plastic surgeon for guidance.

I hope this helps.

Hi,

Without actually examining you, it is virtually impossible to give you advice as to what would be best for YOU. Having said that, it sounds to me that your breasts have gone through severe changes. It would be my educated guess that you will need a lift. Please be beware of surgeons suggesting large implants to 'take up the slack' and lift your breasts that way. Implants do not lift breasts. Unfortunately, I see many of these poor patients who have had implants to 'lift' their breasts and have had to remove them and correct the damage done by them. So, if you are desiring a larger volume for your breasts please consider much smaller implants. But, if all you are looking for is to restore your breasts to their original position, then an Ultimate Lift would be ideal for you. This procedure reconstructs your existing breast mound and an internal bra is constructed from your excess skin to keep your breasts high and perky. The advantage of this technique is that it does not matter how much loose skin you have to create firm and perky results. It also does not include the dreaded vertical scar. The incisions are well hidden around the areola and the natural crease of the breast. Best wishes, Dr. H 

An implant size of 650 cc's is quite large. You will definitely be a D cup. You may be happy with the result but in my opinion, implants that large will make you look heavy. If you take a look at several plastic surgeons' websites, you will probably notice the majority of women pictured have implants between 300 and 400 cc's in size. This should give you some perspective on the size most women choose. My best recommendation for you would be to select some before and after photos from other surgeons' websites that you like and where they indicate the size of the implant used.

Without seeing you in person and examining you, it is impossible to give you specific advice.  However, 650 cc implants are quite large and I would be concerned that you would not achieve a natural result.  Also, you would need to consider the consequences of carrying around that much more weight and the effects of gravity on your chest and skin.  You may want to consider implants in the 300 to 400 cc range.  However, it is your body and your choice.

 

Good Luck with your surgery.