Beyond 800cc: The Future of Breast Implants

For years, the largest silicone or gummy bear implant available capped at 800cc. We break that down in this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold. It left patients who wanted, or needed, more fullness with only one option — saline implants, which often sacrificed softness for size. Now, with the arrival of Mentor Enhanced breast implants, patients have the option to go beyond 800cc — all the way up to 1450cc — while still enjoying the benefits of a gel implant.

Originally developed for breast reconstruction, these implants are FDA-approved for that use and can also be used off-label in cosmetic surgery. This opens the door for both reconstruction and aesthetic patients who have limited natural breast tissue or who simply want a fuller look.

Key things to know:

• Mentor Enhanced implants expand size options past 800cc, up to 1450cc.

• They were first designed for reconstruction, where larger volumes are often needed.

• Softer than overfilled saline implants, they keep the benefits of a gel implant.

• Not every patient is a candidate — safety, tissue limits, and support options like internal bras must be considered.

This episode of Plastic Surgery Untold breaks down what these new implants mean for patients, the pros and cons of going larger, and how to know if this option might be right for you.

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