How big of implants can you get after a mastectomy?
There may be a role for implants larger than 800 mL for patients undergoing post-mastectomy breast reconstruction in the United States. The FDA has recently approved ATHENA, a clinical trial that will allow patients to select breast implants with larger volumes ranging from 800 to 1445 mL for breast reconstruction.
How many cc’s should I get for breast implants?
How many CC’s should I choose? A: A much-generalized rule of thumb is that one cup size is about 175cc. Therefore, if you are an A-cup and desire to be a full C-cup you should expect to try implants around 350cc.
Are implants safe after mastectomy?
While implant reconstruction offers a safe, straightforward and effective way to restore breast contour after mastectomy, it’s possible to have trouble with your implants years later, says plastic surgeon Graham Schwarz, MD, who specializes in breast reconstruction for cancer patients.
Can you get bigger boobs after a mastectomy?
Size: Right after surgery, the reconstructed breast may be somewhat larger than the other breast. This is because of swelling from surgery. As the reconstructed breast heals, the swelling will go down and the reconstructed breast should be closer in size to the other breast.
How long does it take to recover from a mastectomy and reconstruction?
There are steps that you can take to prepare for mastectomy and reconstruction and help with recovery. Average recovery time after mastectomy and reconstruction is about 3-4 weeks, but may be up to 6-8 weeks.
Do implants feel better than tissue expanders?
Once your implants are placed, you will likely feel more comfortable than you did with the tissue expander. Additional procedures including the creation of a nipple and areola, fat grafting, and scar revision are usually performed about 3 months after your implant is placed and the scar is healed.
What is the most common breast implant size?
between 350 to 400 cc
Popular implant size – The most popular size for breast implants is between 350 to 400 cc. For most patients, this would look like a small to a large C cup. In fact, all of the top 5 most popular sizes are between 350 to 500 cc.
How do implants stay in place after mastectomy?
The implant is put in the same time as the mastectomy is done. After the surgeon removes the breast tissue, a plastic surgeon puts in a breast implant. The implant can be put under the skin or muscle on your chest. An absorbable mesh is sometimes used to hold the implant in place, much like a hammock or sling.
How long after a mastectomy can you have reconstructive surgery?
This means reconstruction might be done 6 to 12 months after mastectomy or lumpectomy. Reconstruction also can be done years later if desired. Some women aren’t ready to have the surgery sooner, or they change their minds about their initial decision to “go flat” or wear a prosthesis.
How long after mastectomy can I drive?
When you can start driving again typically depends on how you feel during recovery. For some people, this may be about 10 days after surgery. For others, it may be longer. You should be off narcotic pain medication before driving again.
Do implants look smaller than expanders?
Tissue expanders have a harder shell and are filled with saline, which makes them feel firmer and heavier compared to permanent implants. In addition, the permanent implant will be slightly smaller than the final tissue expander volume.