Due to my measurements I need to have implants of 1000cc. I want silicone and have been told by my DR. that 800cc is the largest available, that I would have to have pinning on my sides to hold them. I have 800cc expanders in now with a 4/5 inch gap in front where I should have cleavage. I look like a science project. I had a double mastectomy in Feb. due to cancer. I am a larger women and just want to look more normal. Please Help!
Answer: Breast reconstruction I appreciate your question.The largest silicone implants are 800cc. I typically use fat grafting to fill out the breast and other areas. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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Answer: Breast reconstruction I appreciate your question.The largest silicone implants are 800cc. I typically use fat grafting to fill out the breast and other areas. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.best of luck!Dr Schwartz
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Answer: Breast Implant Size Great question.
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Answer: Breast Implant Size Great question.
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May 10, 2017
Answer: Silicone implant larger than 800cc On a very rare occasion a larger custom silicone implant can be made, but I have never used one or seen one used in breast reconstruction. Your options would be to go with a saline implant or you can go with an 800 cc silicone implant and then use fat grafting (may need more than 1 round of fat grafting) to round out your cleavage area to help your breasts look closer together. Also, your implants will look a lot different than your expanders do now, so don't let your current appearance discourage you too much. There are 800 cc implants that come in different widths, so if your surgeon can tend toward a slightly wider one, that will give the appearance that your breasts are closer together.
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May 10, 2017
Answer: Silicone implant larger than 800cc On a very rare occasion a larger custom silicone implant can be made, but I have never used one or seen one used in breast reconstruction. Your options would be to go with a saline implant or you can go with an 800 cc silicone implant and then use fat grafting (may need more than 1 round of fat grafting) to round out your cleavage area to help your breasts look closer together. Also, your implants will look a lot different than your expanders do now, so don't let your current appearance discourage you too much. There are 800 cc implants that come in different widths, so if your surgeon can tend toward a slightly wider one, that will give the appearance that your breasts are closer together.
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Breast reconstruction Yes, unfortunately the largest gel implants available are 800 cc. You could have a saline implant placed that could be inflated above 900 cc or you could have the 800 cc gel implant with fat grafting for contour improvement. It is best that you discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.
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September 27, 2015
Answer: Breast reconstruction Yes, unfortunately the largest gel implants available are 800 cc. You could have a saline implant placed that could be inflated above 900 cc or you could have the 800 cc gel implant with fat grafting for contour improvement. It is best that you discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.
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September 25, 2015
Answer: Looking for 1000 cc implants Thank you for your question. There are ways to reconstruct women with a larger frame. 3 basic options:1. If your BMI is less than 40 and your health is otherwise good, you may consider using your own tissue in a DIEP flap procedure. This will give you the volume you desire.2. Placing 800 cc silicone and doing 1-2 fat grafting sessions to add volume and shape over the implant.3. Saline Implants can be overfilled to 1000 cc but the aesthetic result is the poorest with rippling and a more unnatural feel. However, it will fill the bra in clothing wellAll the best.Dr. Gill
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September 25, 2015
Answer: Looking for 1000 cc implants Thank you for your question. There are ways to reconstruct women with a larger frame. 3 basic options:1. If your BMI is less than 40 and your health is otherwise good, you may consider using your own tissue in a DIEP flap procedure. This will give you the volume you desire.2. Placing 800 cc silicone and doing 1-2 fat grafting sessions to add volume and shape over the implant.3. Saline Implants can be overfilled to 1000 cc but the aesthetic result is the poorest with rippling and a more unnatural feel. However, it will fill the bra in clothing wellAll the best.Dr. Gill
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