Plan to go from 365cc to 485cc. Is going bigger size the right decision? (photos)

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I am very unhappy with my breast augmentation of 2 years ago. I did 365cc round allergan silicone implants. My left one shifted, and has a little ripple that is not noticeable with the eye. And next week is my surgery date to go bigger about 485cc. Why is it that my breast look coney and not round. I have attached pictures with how they look. My doctor said I cannot change to tear drop shapes. Is this true? I need reassurance that the job is done right. I also attached a pic of the look I love

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and pictures.  
My best advice: more communication.
It is definitely worth spending more time (prior to the date of surgery) with your plastic surgeon to discuss further.  As you know, it will be important for many reasons, that you feel comfortable that you and your plastic surgeon are on the "same page" prior to proceeding.  Show your plastic surgeon what your goals using as many visual aids as possible.   As you can imagine, terms such as "natural" or "fake" can be interpreted differently by different people. This additional communication will go a  long way when it comes to helping alleviate your anxiety prior to proceeding.
 
 Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering breast augmentation, or revisionary breast augmentation, surgery (regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is:
1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully. Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you are looking for. ***Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work. Sometimes, it is necessary to seek several consultations before you feel comfortable about your choice.
2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. 
In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or "D or DD cup” etc may mean different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.
Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. Again, best not to discuss your goals and/or judge the outcome of the procedure performed based on achieving a specific cup size. The use of computer imaging may be very helpful during the communication process. The use of in bra sizers may also be helpful. In other words, use as many “visual aids” as possible during the communication process. I encourage patients to meet with me as my times as necessary, to feel comfortable that we are both on the “same page”.
3. Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly, allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals. Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery. I generally select appropriate breast implant size/profile after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers and viewing the patient's chest in the upright and supine positions.
 
I hope this helps. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.

Genevieve F. Caron, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, Tear drop implant are textured, and I do not recommend at this point to replace your smooth round implant by textured ones because of the ALCL risk. 485 cc is a big implant but it all depend on your physique and your desire look, just remember that the bigger the implant is the more risk the is to stretch the breast tissue in the future.Please discuss your concern with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon of your areaBest wishes
Dr Genevieve F.Caron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Montreal, Canada

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