What is the percentage risk associated with a 525cc ultra high implant and lift?

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I have had 37kg weight loss, current low sitting breasts with 450cc moderate plus profile implants. I am looking to swap out to the 525cc ultra high implant with a full lift. I would like to know the risks of complications with an implant this size. Can you be specific with percentage rates, or risks.

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

Breasts will always have some recurrent sagging after a breast lift. Many factors determine how much sagging will develop. Some factors are not controllable such as the underlying anatomy and nature of the tissues. One controllable factor is the weight of the implants, as this will also significantly affect the longevity of the lifts. 525cc implants are heavy and will definitely accelerate the recurrent sagging following a mastopexy.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs or told us your bra size.  However, no one can give you an exact percentage risk of changing out implants.  The most important factor to be concerned about is the type of lift.  The anchor lift results in a vertical scar.  The better lift technique is The Bellesoma Method.  This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained if not injured during your previous surgery.  At the same time, fat transfers or small implants can be placed.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear genza87,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, larger implants have a higher risk of bottoming out but that is not the only risk factor. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

In my opinion lifts and large implants don’t make a great combination.  You will have less skin over a larger implant. And the breasts will stretch out faster. I would consider a smaller implant.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I cannot give you numbers, but since you are stretched out from previous weight gain and your breasts are sagging, with a large heavy implant, you will probably sag again over time.  You will need mesh for better support.

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