I had a breast expander that caused my rib cage to become concave. Suggestions?

September 27, 2014
Asked By:bstrong in El Monte, CA

Currently I have an 800 silicone breast implant which is too small, so my plastic surgeon is suggesting I get a saline breast implant that can be larger such as 1000 to 1200 cc. What do you recommend?

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Answer: If your ribs are concave

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September 29, 2014

Answer: Rib cage concavity from expansion

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