Just Downsized Now They Look Like Tennis Balls?

Question

I didn't realize until I downsized that I should have left mine alone. I went into first surgery unprepared so I thought I'd redo and choose a small implant. My keloid scarring condition gave me pain everyday so I equated pain w large implants. Now I see that the size was fine and that the scar was the problem. I'd rather have larger pretty breasts than small tennis balls. 32A HP 450cc 05/12 silicone to HP 300cc 04/13. Now what do I tell the surgeon? Will he let me go back to big?

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

There is no reason why you could switch back to larger implants, but I would strongly hold off for several months before making an impulsive decision. It is so common for patients unhappy with size to become content over the course of a few months that unless there is a question of infection or hematoma, best practice is to enforce a waiting period. 

	Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If you are unhappy with smaller implants, you  may want to talk to your doctor about possibly revising them at a later date.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

It sounds like a miscommunication between you and your surgeon. I'm sorry you having to even deal with this. However, I want to reassure you your downsized look is still quite pleasing. Unfortunately, to go back up doesn't guarantee you will have what you had as other issues could develop that could affect your final result. Make sure you really want to pursue the original size due to the costs, risks, and potential complications.

Larry Fan, MD · Answer

Dear Hart2Catch,

	Breast augmentation is generally safe, but it is still a surgical procedure and not something to take lightly.

	It is certainly possible to upsize your current breast implants, but you need to make sure that you are making a careful and thoughtful decision for yourself.

	Warmest wishes,

	Larry Fan, MD

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

You certainly can "go back" to the fuller implants. The HP implant in smaller sizes can indeed look round, and a moderate profile might give you a better more natural flow. Make sure you are firm in your decision.

Just Downsized Now They Look Like Tennis Balls?

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