Implant size torment vs. previous back accident?

Question

Want small implants, 175cm tall BWD 12, short nipple-crease distance. An accident left me with back pain, arthrose and disc issues (middle, lower back, neck). Could undergoing BA worsen my situation? I imagine the implants lower the breasts' position/centre of gravity on my chest. In second pregnancy with bigger everything, belly pulled my back forward I couldn't wait for it to end, but I never had large boobs & carrying rice bags is misleading as they're on, not in the body!

Irena Karanetz, MD · Answer

Hello,

Thank you for the question.

Placing very large/heavy implants can potentially affect your back pain.

Implant size discussion and implant selection is one of the most important steps during your consultation with plastic surgeon. The decision-making process depends on patient’s desires, as well as breast and soft tissue dimensions.

I would encourage you to seek a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to further discuss your options, specific techniques, concerns and expectations.

I hope this helps.
Best regards, Dr. Karanetz

Dr. Irena Karanetz
Breast Fellowship-Trained
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Tasteful479841,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, larger implants can be heavy and can cause back pain. 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

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

It is not likely that augmentation with such a small implants would further exaggerate your spine issues. However, this needs to be discussed with your plastic surgeon who should be fully informed about your spine problems. Hope this helps.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Large implants could lead to an exacerbation of your back pain.  Smaller implants placed beneath the muscle would be a better choice.  There's no way to guarantee that an augmentation won't make your back pain worse however.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

With back issues, you do not want large implants. The rice bags an give the feel of weight you might expect with implants even though it is not a perfect match.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Having cosmetic surgery always has certain risks involved. This could include pain, discomfort, dissatisfaction, surgery, failure, and need for further operations.
When the desire for the benefit of surgical intervention supersedes the concern regarding negative consequences Patients are generally emotionally ready to undertake the procedure.
Quality outcomes are generally related to the individuals candidacy for the procedure combined with the skill of the provider.
The decision to undergo breast augmentation is a personal decision each patient needs to make for themselves.
Generally the default answer unless you accept everything that comes with having the procedure should be not to have surgery.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

Implant size torment vs. previous back accident?

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