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Can silicone be added to an existing implant to adjust the size of one breast that is smaller than the other without surgery?

August 2, 2015
Asked By:kisordj in Austin, TX

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August 9, 2015

Answer: Adding silicone

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August 9, 2015

Answer: Adding silicone

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August 3, 2015

Answer: Can silicone be added to an existing implant to adjust the size of one breast that is smaller than the other without surgery?

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August 3, 2015

Answer: Implant volume can't be adjusted

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August 3, 2015

Answer: Implant volume can't be adjusted

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August 3, 2015

Answer: Silicone

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August 3, 2015

Answer: Silicone

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