Will 385cc to 400cc silicone implants put me at a higher risk of sensation loss? (Photo)

Good morning!

In the hands of a skilled surgeon you really should not be at increased risk- we know where the nerves enter and travel through the breast to provide sensation, and those are areas to be careful during dissection and not use too much blunt dissection or electrocautery!

The difference between 385 and 400 cc implants is very minor. The size of the implant does not usually determine whether you lose sensation. However, I recommend you a modified Benelli lift. Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. At the same time, small implants or fat transfers can be placed.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

There is always a small risk of sensory loss in the nipple with implants. The implant size s you are considering are not very large fir your frame and should not increase the risk.

Dear Independent5380,numbness can occur. It depends on the operation but often times sensation can return in a couple of weeks, a year, or not at all. Nipple sensation itself is very important and can sometimes be lost with breast surgery. This is often mentioned in the risks of the consent process. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Most women do not loose sensation with augmentations, but there is a risk. the risk will be the same for either size. Also, you might have numbness initially, but most does go away with time.

Thank you for the question and photos and sensory changes can occur with any size implant though loss of sensation is very unusual and interestingly one can develop increased sensation. So go on some consultations with experts and discuss your concerns and become fully informed about the desired procedure

Dr Corbin