Is it more risky to have larger breast implants?

If one has a frame that can accommodate larger implants, there are no significant risks to going an implant that may give one a 2 cup increase. If one is pushing the volume significantly, there is a higher chance of being able to feel the implant as there is less skin and breast tissue to cover the implant. Obviously, a larger implant weighs more than a small implant and over the years, especially if one has stretch marks, may be subject to gravity more. One must balance this off with the advantages of larger implants.

Thanks for your question.  Implants that are disproportionately large for your body frame can be associated with increased risk of problems like visible ripples, sagging, and other issues.  Implants can be inserted using an incision in the arm pit, under the breast, or around the areola.  Every incision has advantages and disadvantages that can be explained in detail during a consultation.  The incision is usually stitched with dissolving sutures.

Hello,Complications like rippling, capsular contracture, excessive tissue stretch and malposition, and double bubble are the kind of complications that occur more frequently with inappropriately sized implants. A physical exam from a surgeon who's not afraid to tell you that a D cup is not recommended (depending on your examination, this might not actually be the case for you) will give you an idea of the ideal implant size.Incisions made under the breast lead to the least risk of problems, follow by armpit incisions. Periareolar incisions are the most popular here in Southern California, but actually put you at highest risk for capsular contracture and other problems associated with scaring of the mammary gland. Visit a few surgeons that are certified by the ABPS and are also members of the ASAPS who do a lot of cosmetic breast surgery.Best of luck!

Implants that are larger in volume will reduce the amount of tissue coverage. This can lead to visibility and palpability. Stay under the muscle with proportionate size implant 

I appreciate your question.As implant
size goes up, and the natural amount of breast tissue you have goes down, the
less natural a result do you get. One technique to have a more 'natural' result
while still having a large augmentation is to use shaped implants. That being
said, this relationship still holds and with bigger implants the final result
tends to be more 'sculpted' or 'augmented' and more obvious or easier to
identify even when in clothes. Choosing an implant is a complex process and I
definitely recommend setting up a formal consultation with a board certified
plastic surgeon.I hope this is helpful.The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz