Do I Need Custom Implant To Match My Opposite Natural Testicle Size?

Q: Dr. Eppley, Hello. I would like to discuss the possibility of getting a custom sized testicular implant. I currently have a prosthesis. The prosthesis is about 12 months old. It replaced another prothesis that I had. This one is the largest size Coloplast. But it is still significantly smaller than my other testicle. I’m not happy with it. I’m looking for a custom solution.

A: Given that the largest saline testicle implant size is 4.5 cc you are correct in that a custom implant design is needed as you probably need an implant at least 5.25 to 5.5 cc to match your opposite side. Whether it needs to be even bigger is yet to be determined.

Dr. Barry Eppley

Plastic Surgeon