Got an anchor lift + implants. So unhappy with size. How long should I wait to increase implant size?

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I got an anchor lift with 245cc Motiva Ergonomix 2 teardrop implants placed under the muscle. I was a 32DD before surgery and am a 32B now, despite telling my surgeon I wanted to remain the same size. I'm devastated, miss my boobs and hate this size. How long should I wait to do an implant exchange? Is it going to cause extra scarring since I already have the anchor scars? I'm so sad and don't know what to do

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear lookingtolift,
I understand your concern. Generally speaking, you should wait until you are fully healed before you get another surgery. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Daniel Butz, MD · Answer

I'm sorry to hear you're not happy. I would encourage some time and allowing yourself to fully heal before undergoing a revision. 6 months is the earliest I would consider doing a breast revision but waiting a full year is even better. 
An in person exam with some before photos and your operative notes would help identify what was done and why the result may not have achieved your goals. Seek out a few consultations with board certified plastic surgeons to get different opinions. You don't want to rush into revision surgery without a clear plan of what you're looking for and ensure your surgeon does a lot of breast revisions to help achieve your goals.

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

If you were a 32 DD before surgery then you cannot be a 32 B unless you took out a massive amount of breast tissue.  You did not have just an anchor lift but an anchor reduction.  Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs so I cannot give you an accurate answer.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You did not post photos, so I cannot be specific. You should wait at least 6 months from the last surgery before doing a revision. since you needed a lift, I do not recommend going back to DD because you will sag.

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