550cc high profile to 700cc gummy bear? Is this possible? (Photo)

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I currently have 550cc high profile mentors implants. I believe I have CC in my right breast. I believe they are under the muscle. But not checked out. I have been wanting to get a revision. This time around though I would like to do gummy bear implants, I want more of the natural look, but I want to keep the size or a tad larger. Would this be do able? Would it achieve the more natural look? The photos above are my current breasts (5years post op)

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good afternoon!

I think you are an excellent candidate for a revision- capsulectomy for your CC, and an implant exchange with larger, gummy bear silicone gel implants. This will give you a very nice natural look!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Starrshine2007,
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, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Edward J. Ruane, Jr., MD · Answer

It is certainly possible to exchange your implants to better meet your goals. I recommend that you consult with several ABPS board-certified plastic surgeons for in-person examination and to consider all options. Please know that anatomic/teardrop-shaped implants have a textured surface, and this textured surface has rarely been linked to the development of Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). For this reason, I generally avoid textured implants in my practice and recommend using smooth, round implants.

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