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Without examining you it is difficult to be certain but an increase of that size should not require much "drop and fluff" time as long as your surgeon does an appropriate release of the capsule. Even though an exchange is usually straightforward there are nuances to implant choice and the way the procedure is performed that can lead to better outcomes and quicker recovery so make sure to choose a breast implant revision expert, not just any local plastic surgeon. Hope that helps!
With such a large and heavy implant, there may be no additional room for anything to drop and fluff. However, this is stretching and thinning your own tissue. With time, you may bottom out or sag from the heavy weight. Please wear a good supporting bra now. Hopefully your capsule previously formed can support this additional weight.
Dear MadAnd89, breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing,...
Generally capsules start to form within a few weeks after a breast implant is placed but like all scar takes a year or so to mature/form the final capsule. For a breast implant exchange it would depend if the existing capsule was removed or not. If it was removed then its a similar timeline but...
Dear SidneyA, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went 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...
It sounds like you've spoken with two surgeons who like to impose their opinions on patients rather than listen to what the patient wants. You haven't said what you're actually looking for here (stay the same size, go a bit bigger like the 400 or go WAY bigger like the 600). In my experience...
Dear Genius368785, breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to...
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