What can I do about implants that are too big for my frame?

I have seen issues like this when the surgeon puts in a different size than agreed upon. However you were informed prior to surgery about this and agreed. And the difference in size not substantial. The difference in diameter is less than 1 cm. I would not rush into any revisionary surgery.

Dear Philosophical425034,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Unfortunately only way to reduce sizes surgery. Since you are looking to go down a small size, you should not rush into it and let every thing settle down. There is a chance the current size implant might feel reasonable on your frame in few more months. If not you can go smaller where you will need to reduce the pocket laterally and get new implants.

Unfortunately, there is no way to achieve you goals without surgery. To reduce your volume, you could replace your implants with smaller prostheses. Smaller implant will also reduce the width and the width can be further reduced by changing the profile. Going from your current 415cc implants to 350cc may be inadequate for your goals. A 65cc reduction is only a change of 2.2 ounces. Discuss your concerns and options with your surgeon.

Thanks for your question! Unfortunately, the only solution to make your breasts smaller is to put in a smaller implant. I would suggest talking to your surgeon to see if he/she can work with you to make that happen. Good luck!

Hello and thank you for your question.

This is a tough situation and I'm sorry that it is frustrating for you! Over 1 year out from surgery, all healing has happened, implants have settled and all the tissue/scarring is considered "mature." At this point in time, if you are not happy with the size/look/position of the implants, it is time to discuss a revision. There are different revision options but the most common ones in your case (without seeing photos) would be an implant exchange (for a smaller size/different profile implant) along with capsulectomy/capsulorrhaphy to help reposition the new implant/pocket in a favorable position. The best place to start is to have a follow up discussion with the surgeon who performed the surgery.

Good luck on your journey!

Dear Philosophical,
Please discuss with your surgeon what he/she may be able to do for you. Maybe he/she will offer you a discount to put in smaller implants. It's too bad he/she put you in that position to begin with. Best of luck to you.

Sorry to hear about your implant experience. Revising a breast augmentation is something that happens. I think we all try, very hard, to make it a rare occurrence. But it does happen. Decreasing implant size is usually a straightforward procedure. Recovery is usually less than the original procedure. There can be exceptions to that, but they are also uncommon. An in person evaluation would be the only way to find out. Consider seeing a couple of surgeons (Board Certified Plastic Surgeons) with experience in these cases before deciding anything.

Replacing with smaller implants is possible. You have likely good skin elasticity and going down to 350cc should work out fine. Please ask you plastic surgeon since you may need some of the lateral pocket tightened. Good Luck!

Choosing the right size for a breast augmentation can be so very difficult. Unfortunately, the only way to change this is with revision surgery. Going down in size can be challenging. If trying to go down significantly in size additional procedures may be recommended. Other factors can impact the overall look as well such as, location of the implants (above or below the muscle), profile, saline or silicone, and if silicone type of gel. Your best bet of course is to schedule a consultation to discuss almo do this and see what your best options are moving forward. Best of luck!

Sorry that you are not happy with the outcome. There isn't a way to correct this without surgery. But a simple surgery to change your implants for smaller ones (and to tighten the pocket so they don't fall to the side) should be able to give you what you want. Talk to your surgeon to see if he/she will be willing to help you fix this. Best of luck!