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5'7" 125lbs. Considering 450cc Mentor Silicone HP Implants. Recommendations?

I'm having trouble making a final decision on implants. We are definitely using Mentor Silicone. I'm pretty certain I want the high profile and considering 425-450cc. I am 5'7" 125 lbs. Thin, slightly muscular frame. PS measured my BWD as 12-12.5. I was a full C before breastfeeding, and now I'm a deflated, sagging B. Looking to be a full C/ small D. I will be receiving vertical mastopexy along with implants. Does this seem to be an appropriate implant choice to achieve my goals?

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Mentor B to C cup 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in silicone implant 110-129 lbs deflation high profile

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Not crazy about high profile implants.

There are 3 profiles available from the 2 major implant manufacturers in the U.S. I have used all 3 and find that the high profile implants don't look as natural (more globular) than the other 2. This is a matter of personal opinion. Discuss the pro's and con's of implant profile and size with your surgeon.

DO NOT LET YOUR SURGEON PICK YOUR DESIRED SIZE.

This has been interesting reading for me as I am a plastic surgeon who specializes in BA. I perform about 450 such procedures annually. Let me tell you what I have learned. The best way to choose your implant is to forget about cc’s. Let the surgeon do that…it’s his job. What you should do is be able to communicate the look you are trying to achieve and often pictures of other people is a good place to start. There have been many times when a patient has told me they... more

Choosing the right breast implant

From what you are describing the 450cc mentor hi profile gel may be about right for you along with the lift if needed. Mentor does have a sizer bra system that may assist in your decision if your surgeon has one. Of cours, a physical exam and understanding with your plastic surgeon can go a long way to making certain that you are happy.

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Implant choices

Without an exam in person, it is difficult to say whether or not the implant you chose is the right one for you. I like to add a vertical left when necessary as well.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Choosing the right size implant

It is impossible make recommendations without photos or an examination. Based on your description I suspect that 450cc will get you into a D cup.

Breast implant size

Sizing is more of an art than a science and requires, more than anything, good communication between patient and surgeon and a patient who has a good sense of her goals. I think you are on track. You haven't mentioned why you've selected high profile or if you plan to have them placed over or under the muscle. In my practice, patients tend to select the moderate profile but in other parts of the country, the high profile are more popular.

Choosing Breast Implant Size?

Thank you for the question. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This if communication will be critical in determining which operation and/or breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” etc... more

Implant size selection

Your choice of a HP implant seems reasonable. I would also suggest you try silicone gel sizers as well. I help my patients select the correct size with two methods: 1. Dimensional planning and 2. A Gel Implant Sizing system Dimensional planning – The measurements of your chest wall are taken. Also, the breast dimensions including the height, width, and current dimensions of each breast form the basis of dimensional planning. Based on these measurements, the implant... more

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