What Size Pectoral Implants Do I Need To Go Bigger?

Q: Dr. Eppley, I currently have pectoral implants which are Hansons ACP 2-3 large. I would like to go bigger with new implants.

A:Thank you supplying the information on their existing pectoral implants. Your existing pectoral implant dimensions are 16.5 cm in height by 13.5 cm in width and 2.5 cm in projection and an approximate implant volume of 270 and 300 cc. This manufacturer does have a larger size but it only is adding 0.5 cm of projection and 35 mL of all, a difference that you would not see. When I compare it to the US manufacture, Implantech, I do find that there is one standard pectoral implant that comes reasonably close to your existing implants footprint with 17 cm of height by 14.5cm of width with 3 cm projection for a total implant volume of 410 mL. That is providing a roughly 25% increase in projection. I do have a general rule that if you’re not adding at least 30% of increased volume minute implant you really don’t see that much of a difference. So you can see that the use of that one standard implant is sort of borderline for whether it makes enough of a difference. I think it comes down to her how much augmentation difference you’re seeking. If it’s just a little van this standard implant may suffice. However if you’re seeking something a bit more substantial than we will have to go to custom implant design route. At least we have the exact measurements of your implants so that could be done without the need for 3-D CT scan.

Dr. Barry Eppley

Plastic Surgeon