Upsize after having Capsular Contracture?

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Hi, is it possible to upsize from 400cc silicone to 960cc saline after being diagnosed with capsular contracture? I'm 5'8", 170lbs, I want to go as large as possible but wonder if I'm more at risk since I currently have CC?

Matthew Zeiderman, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. Once you have a capsular contracture, you’re at a higher risk for developing another one. Assuming that’s not a typo and you actually want to go up to 960 cc, I’d advise you against that. You are going to be setting yourself up for more and more surgeries and potentially bigger problems down the road with such a large implant. An implant t that large also thins out your natural breast tissue, leaving you with less and less true breast tissue over time.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, please, please do not go up to such a large and heavy implant. You will have a hard round ball on your chest and it will not look natural. With a capsule, it may be best to go somewhat smaller.

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