B/C cup - can liposuction increase breast size post-op?

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I had a breast reduction a few years ago and was delighted to return to a size B cup small C . I am considering liposuction to abdomen and flanks but heard this might result in breasts getting bigger. I am thrilled with my new breasts and do not want then to enlarge even by a cup size. My friend said this would be a risk factor. Is he right?

Nancy de Kleer, MD, FRCSC (Plast) · Answer

Liposuction to the abdomen and flanks will not increase your breast size.   You will notice that your abdomen and flanks are smaller, however your breasts and bra size will not change.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding whether liposuction can increase your breast size. No, liposuction cannot increase your breast size. Liposuction is a fat removal procedure. What your plastic surgeon and your friend are referring to is the perception that liposuction of the abdomen can make the breasts appear larger. By making the abdomen smaller, the breasts may seem larger in proportion. It's not that liposuction has been performed on the breasts, but rather on the abdomen. By making the abdominal wall smaller, the breasts may appear larger. Therefore, if your abdomen and flanks bother you, I would recommend proceeding with the liposuction. I'm sure your body proportions will look perfect with your abdomen and flanks being smaller. I hope this helps answer your question regarding whether liposuction can increase your breast size.

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

Moises Salama, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Liposuction to the abdomen and flanks would not make your breasts bigger, rather you're breasts will appear bigger since the liposuction will reduce the size of your abdomen and flanks. Hope this helps. Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take Care, Dr. Moises Salama, Board certified Plastic surgeon.

Vaishali B. Doolabh, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Foursonson4,
I have never seen liposuction in one part of the body "make" another part look bigger. If you make new fat, it may deposit more easily in a place that hasn't been previously scarred down. Unfortunately there is no way to predict where or control where fat deposits form-small amounts of weight gain make the existing fat cells bigger; larger weight gain results in production of additional fat. Perhaps your friend was referring to a relative change in proportions (making the abdomen smaller makes the breasts look bigger)? Regardless, have a consultation with a well reputed plastic surgeon and share your concerns with him/her as well. Good luck!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Liposuction of your abdomen and flanks will not increase the size of your breasts or have any direct impact on your breasts at all.  It will however make your abdomen and flanks smaller! The next step is to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to learn more.

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