Replace 6 year old reconstructed implants - Can I go bigger? (photos)

Question

I'm a breast cancer survivor (10 yrs remission) and I've had a double mastectomy, expanders, and reconstruction (implants). I want to go bigger but I'm not too sure if that's even a possibility. Im 42 years old, 5'3" and 150lbs. I got the implants in 2016-17.

Anna Steve, MD · Answer

Yes! In women who already have implants that fill out majority of the chest width, the best way to add volume is by using a higher projecting implant. Another way to add volume to to do fat grafting to the breasts. This process involves using a liposuction technique to harvest the fat and then transferring the fat to the breast to add natural volume .

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Sincere634012,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. 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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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