Hi, I am a 33 yr old, 5'2" 140 lbs (medium frame) I currently wear a size 5-7 pant and small-medium top. I had gastric bypass surgery almost 5 years ago. I lost 85 lbs. Lucky for me, the only part of my body that had extra skin, after the weight loss was my breast. Before surgery I was a 38D and now a 34B with extra tissue. Thankfully, after five years post op from the by pass I have regained some of my breast mass, and do not need a lift.
I have had several consults with board certified plastic surgeons. However, I am nervous about the whole "650cc" for breast implants. Are they too big? I am scheduled for surgery on Feb 6th. I have tried on the gel implants with a tight shirt, and have visited my surgeon a few times to do this. I seem to like the larger look, but I am also concerned with the long term outcome.
Answer: Breast augmentation after massive weight loss After massive weight loss, the elasticity of the tissue is poor. Breast implants tend to "bottom out" fast. The larger the implants, the greater the tendency to bottom out quickly. This then requres redo surgery. My advice to most patients who have had massive weight loss is to have a breast lift (often with an extension into the armpit), and, if necessary, the smallest implant that gets the job done. 650 cc would in my opinion be much too large for somebody with your frame.
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Answer: Breast augmentation after massive weight loss After massive weight loss, the elasticity of the tissue is poor. Breast implants tend to "bottom out" fast. The larger the implants, the greater the tendency to bottom out quickly. This then requres redo surgery. My advice to most patients who have had massive weight loss is to have a breast lift (often with an extension into the armpit), and, if necessary, the smallest implant that gets the job done. 650 cc would in my opinion be much too large for somebody with your frame.
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Answer: Breast Implant Sizing After Gastric Bypass - 650cc Too Big? Thank you for the question and picture. Despite your good description of your body type and goals, online consultants will not be of specific enough help to you. Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation surgery ( regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is: 1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully. Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you're looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work. 2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “C or D cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. The use of computer imaging technology may also be very helpful during this communication process. 3. Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly, allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals. Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery. I hope this (and the attached link) help.
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Answer: Breast Implant Sizing After Gastric Bypass - 650cc Too Big? Thank you for the question and picture. Despite your good description of your body type and goals, online consultants will not be of specific enough help to you. Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation surgery ( regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is: 1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully. Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you're looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work. 2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “C or D cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. The use of computer imaging technology may also be very helpful during this communication process. 3. Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly, allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals. Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery. I hope this (and the attached link) help.
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August 31, 2010
Answer: Breast augmentation and weight loss
Deflation from weight loss is common in many women. For many women the breasts are the first place where they lose and gain weight noticeably. Breast implant size is hard to determine without being integrally involved in the process. Discuss with your surgeon the sizes you are considering and see if they can supply some pictures of women in your similar situation.
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August 31, 2010
Answer: Breast augmentation and weight loss
Deflation from weight loss is common in many women. For many women the breasts are the first place where they lose and gain weight noticeably. Breast implant size is hard to determine without being integrally involved in the process. Discuss with your surgeon the sizes you are considering and see if they can supply some pictures of women in your similar situation.
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January 5, 2010
Answer: 650 cc is a very large implant Looking great after a gastric bypass is a true blessing. The last thing I like to see happen is when patients want a very very large implant after losing the weight since their breasts deflate and sag. If someone's breast are maintained in a good position and don't deflate much despite massive weight loss, that's a good sign that they have retained pretty good tissue elasticity and have a better capacity to retain an implant long term than those that completely deflate and sag. That being said, the implants that are often seeked out are very very large implants such as a 650cc implant for example. In the mastectomy population we put in expanders first then put in implants this size and larger routinely. They don't sag over time but they have the capacity to form good scars and strong supportive elements to an implant. In the case of the massive weight loss population all bets are off. Each case must be taken into account individually by a board certified plastic surgeon prior to jumping to conclusions based on sheer cc's. Best wishes, DoctorMeade
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January 5, 2010
Answer: 650 cc is a very large implant Looking great after a gastric bypass is a true blessing. The last thing I like to see happen is when patients want a very very large implant after losing the weight since their breasts deflate and sag. If someone's breast are maintained in a good position and don't deflate much despite massive weight loss, that's a good sign that they have retained pretty good tissue elasticity and have a better capacity to retain an implant long term than those that completely deflate and sag. That being said, the implants that are often seeked out are very very large implants such as a 650cc implant for example. In the mastectomy population we put in expanders first then put in implants this size and larger routinely. They don't sag over time but they have the capacity to form good scars and strong supportive elements to an implant. In the case of the massive weight loss population all bets are off. Each case must be taken into account individually by a board certified plastic surgeon prior to jumping to conclusions based on sheer cc's. Best wishes, DoctorMeade
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January 3, 2010
Answer: Breat Implants and Massive Weight Losst That is a large implant, but I would like to know how you came up with the size implant. I generally like to fit the implant to the patient, not the other way around. Meaning I would like to do some measurements and determine how big you want to be by having you perform the rice test: http://www.feplasticsurgery.com/journal/orange-county-breast-augmentation-sizing/66/. Then I sit down with the patient and go thru their implants size and profile options.
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January 3, 2010
Answer: Breat Implants and Massive Weight Losst That is a large implant, but I would like to know how you came up with the size implant. I generally like to fit the implant to the patient, not the other way around. Meaning I would like to do some measurements and determine how big you want to be by having you perform the rice test: http://www.feplasticsurgery.com/journal/orange-county-breast-augmentation-sizing/66/. Then I sit down with the patient and go thru their implants size and profile options.
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January 3, 2010
Answer: Staged mastopexy and augmentation after massive weight loss Congratulations on your weight loss! It sounds as if you are contemplating placing a very large implant to "take up" the excess skin. I would caution you that this approach can create very large, droopy breasts that sit low on your chest. Massive weight loss patients have unique concerns and I would not consider a one-stage augmentation-mastopexy for you. I would recommend a staged approach. This would optimize both safety and cosmesis. The first stage would be a breast lift. If you have excess skin and fat over your lateral chest, "spiral flaps" can be created to "auto augment" your breasts. This may avoid the need for implants. If you are not satisfied with your size, implants can be placed at a second stage. Discuss your goals with a board certified plastic surgeon who is familiar with body contouring post bariatric surgery. Good Luck!
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January 3, 2010
Answer: Staged mastopexy and augmentation after massive weight loss Congratulations on your weight loss! It sounds as if you are contemplating placing a very large implant to "take up" the excess skin. I would caution you that this approach can create very large, droopy breasts that sit low on your chest. Massive weight loss patients have unique concerns and I would not consider a one-stage augmentation-mastopexy for you. I would recommend a staged approach. This would optimize both safety and cosmesis. The first stage would be a breast lift. If you have excess skin and fat over your lateral chest, "spiral flaps" can be created to "auto augment" your breasts. This may avoid the need for implants. If you are not satisfied with your size, implants can be placed at a second stage. Discuss your goals with a board certified plastic surgeon who is familiar with body contouring post bariatric surgery. Good Luck!
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