Hello, I'm starting to get consultations for breast lifts with implants. I'm currently a deflated 32A (5'1", 110lbs) after having babies and looking to get a breast lift along with implants (ideally 350cc). One surgeon that I have talked to has said that he would not be willing to go any higher than 250cc for implant due to risk of nipple necrosis. No other surgeons have said anything about this, so would love to hear additional insight on this topic.
July 26, 2024
Answer: Implant Each breast has a maximum implant size that it can tolerate based on the tissue measurements that your surgeon will take. In general, placing an implant higher than what the individual breast can tolerate at the time of mastopexy will increase the likelihood of having problems after surgery. This is a conversation you should have with whatever surgeon you decide to proceed with. I do not think that inserting an implant over 250 will lead to nipple necrosis. Nipple necrosis a risk independent of the implant; this is more so related to the incisions around the blood supply to the nipple areola complex.
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July 26, 2024
Answer: Implant Each breast has a maximum implant size that it can tolerate based on the tissue measurements that your surgeon will take. In general, placing an implant higher than what the individual breast can tolerate at the time of mastopexy will increase the likelihood of having problems after surgery. This is a conversation you should have with whatever surgeon you decide to proceed with. I do not think that inserting an implant over 250 will lead to nipple necrosis. Nipple necrosis a risk independent of the implant; this is more so related to the incisions around the blood supply to the nipple areola complex.
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July 23, 2024
Answer: Breast lift with implants - risk of nipple necrosis Nipple necrosis is the result of inadequate blood supply to the area. Many factors can affect the blood supply. Two of the most common are smoking and diabetes. Larger implants can place greater pressure on the tissues and thus compromise the blood flow. Surgeons cannot know exactly what volume implant would lead to necrosis, so many will recommend staying on the smaller side for safety.
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July 23, 2024
Answer: Breast lift with implants - risk of nipple necrosis Nipple necrosis is the result of inadequate blood supply to the area. Many factors can affect the blood supply. Two of the most common are smoking and diabetes. Larger implants can place greater pressure on the tissues and thus compromise the blood flow. Surgeons cannot know exactly what volume implant would lead to necrosis, so many will recommend staying on the smaller side for safety.
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