I have 385 cc hp silicone unders and I am having revision due to capsular contracture, I am switching out my 385 cc for 490cc hp silicone under the pectoral muscle. I was wondering if it would make much of difference in the look regarding size.
Answer: Implant size The difference is approximately 100 cc. If you are size 32 or 34, each 100 cc corresponds to 1 cup size change. If you are size 36 or 38, each 100 cc corresponds to ½ cup size change. However, I am more concerned about the fact that you have capsular contracture. This raises several questions: will the capsular contracture be resected or will you have the pocket switched to a different location? Most people prefer to change implant location when a capsular contracture occurs, which means placing a pre-pectoral implant rather than retro-pectoral. Pre-pectoral implants often look bigger and you may be able to get by with a smaller implant and still look better.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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Answer: Implant size The difference is approximately 100 cc. If you are size 32 or 34, each 100 cc corresponds to 1 cup size change. If you are size 36 or 38, each 100 cc corresponds to ½ cup size change. However, I am more concerned about the fact that you have capsular contracture. This raises several questions: will the capsular contracture be resected or will you have the pocket switched to a different location? Most people prefer to change implant location when a capsular contracture occurs, which means placing a pre-pectoral implant rather than retro-pectoral. Pre-pectoral implants often look bigger and you may be able to get by with a smaller implant and still look better.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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Answer: Will 490cc implants make a good difference in size from 385cc? In general, 200 cc may increase you one cup size. However, there are a range of factors that will affect implant size. Women of greater stature may require more than 200cc to augment their breasts from a B to C cup. Women who are more petite, or who have very narrow frames, may require less than 200cc to gain an increase of one cup size.
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Answer: Will 490cc implants make a good difference in size from 385cc? In general, 200 cc may increase you one cup size. However, there are a range of factors that will affect implant size. Women of greater stature may require more than 200cc to augment their breasts from a B to C cup. Women who are more petite, or who have very narrow frames, may require less than 200cc to gain an increase of one cup size.
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July 8, 2020
Answer: BBA I TELL PEOPLE WHO WANT TO GO LARGER TO GO UP 30-50%, OTHREIWSE THERE IS NO POINT. YOU ARE ON THE SMALLER SIZE OF AN INCREASE
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July 8, 2020
Answer: BBA I TELL PEOPLE WHO WANT TO GO LARGER TO GO UP 30-50%, OTHREIWSE THERE IS NO POINT. YOU ARE ON THE SMALLER SIZE OF AN INCREASE
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July 8, 2020
Answer: Implant exchange Although the implant is considerably larger it will probably only seem a little larger. When you have hard capsules it makes the breasts seem larger than they are so getting caosulectomies and switching to large lr implants will be noticeably larger but not too much so.
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July 8, 2020
Answer: Implant exchange Although the implant is considerably larger it will probably only seem a little larger. When you have hard capsules it makes the breasts seem larger than they are so getting caosulectomies and switching to large lr implants will be noticeably larger but not too much so.
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July 8, 2020
Answer: Implant size and type Dear Practical894810, 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
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July 8, 2020
Answer: Implant size and type Dear Practical894810, 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
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