Going smaller. should I go to a size 250cc silicone implant ? Is there a correlation between cc's and each cup size change? Is changing to a smaller implant ( from 375 to 250cc) simply a matter of changing out the implant, or will I have to have something else done to the tissue like a lift? does changing to smaller implants typically require other surgical approaches other than simply changing out the implant? What is entailed with tightening the capsule? Does that always need to be done?
May 21, 2014
Answer: Downsizing implants Thank you for your question.In my experience I have found that most women who wish to downsize implants need a lift as well. Don't be afraid of a lift, as new technology has been developed that eliminates the need of the dreaded and very visible vertical scar. The Ultimate Breast Lift technique lifts and reshapes breast tissue so that a small sized implant is sufficient. The UBL technique is so successful in reshaping a female breast that I have replaced 500cc + implants with that of 180cc implants without a change in bra size. You are welcome to view my before and after gallery to see what can be accomplished with the UBL technique.FYI; with a 34 circumference every 100 cc's equals to one cup size.I hope this information helps.Kind regards, Gary Horndeski MD
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May 21, 2014
Answer: Downsizing implants Thank you for your question.In my experience I have found that most women who wish to downsize implants need a lift as well. Don't be afraid of a lift, as new technology has been developed that eliminates the need of the dreaded and very visible vertical scar. The Ultimate Breast Lift technique lifts and reshapes breast tissue so that a small sized implant is sufficient. The UBL technique is so successful in reshaping a female breast that I have replaced 500cc + implants with that of 180cc implants without a change in bra size. You are welcome to view my before and after gallery to see what can be accomplished with the UBL technique.FYI; with a 34 circumference every 100 cc's equals to one cup size.I hope this information helps.Kind regards, Gary Horndeski MD
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May 20, 2014
Answer: Bra cup size after breast augmentation The volume of implant needed for your desired silhouette is less important than dimensions of the implant. Cup size is a bra measurement, and depends on multiple factors, some of which are independent of breast size. Breast lift sometimes indicated when volume diminished, provided surface area of breast skin doesn't proportionately diminish. Your breast history and skin elasticity are important considerations. "Tightening" the capsule (capsulorrhaphy) may or may not be indicated. These technical details are situational. Difficult to make specific recommendations of any kind without more understanding about what you have now and what you want. There are so many choices and possibilities.
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May 20, 2014
Answer: Bra cup size after breast augmentation The volume of implant needed for your desired silhouette is less important than dimensions of the implant. Cup size is a bra measurement, and depends on multiple factors, some of which are independent of breast size. Breast lift sometimes indicated when volume diminished, provided surface area of breast skin doesn't proportionately diminish. Your breast history and skin elasticity are important considerations. "Tightening" the capsule (capsulorrhaphy) may or may not be indicated. These technical details are situational. Difficult to make specific recommendations of any kind without more understanding about what you have now and what you want. There are so many choices and possibilities.
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May 20, 2014
Answer: I was a 34B, wanted to be a 34C/ small D, have 375cc silicone implants and I'm a 34DD. Want to be smaller, what size? Without pictures or an exam, this is difficult to answer for your particular case. Sometimes, the pocket needs to be adjusted for a smaller implant. Sometimes the skin needs to be adjusted with a lift. Sometimes, nothing needs to be done, depending upon your starting point and your goals.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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May 20, 2014
Answer: I was a 34B, wanted to be a 34C/ small D, have 375cc silicone implants and I'm a 34DD. Want to be smaller, what size? Without pictures or an exam, this is difficult to answer for your particular case. Sometimes, the pocket needs to be adjusted for a smaller implant. Sometimes the skin needs to be adjusted with a lift. Sometimes, nothing needs to be done, depending upon your starting point and your goals.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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