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What can I expect after 700 cc gel implant removal with no implant exchange? Implants are 7 years old. (photo)

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I am currently 42 years old. I am only 5 foot 2 and have chronic neck pain and they feel so heavy. I really want them out and not replaced but I am worried about not having enough breast tissue to resemble a decent shape. I do not care how small they are, I just want a decent shape and not a "pancake" look. What would you suggest? Thank you in advance.

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