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Different-sized moderate plus implants for slightly asymmetrical breasts?

I am planning on getting silicone breast implants. I've been told my breast measurements are 19 and 19.5, and I guess this means they are slightly asymmetrical. My breast diameter measures 13.7 and I would like to have moderate plus implant. I've been told however that I would need a high profile implant. I'd like to know if I can get a moderate plus and also do I need to get different cc's in each breast? Should a person get different sizes with only a small asymmetry?

Different-sized moderate plus implants for slightly asymmetrical breasts?
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A: Breast asymmetry

Adam David Lowenstein, MD

Breast asymmetry is a very common situation. Nearly all women have some degree of breast asymmetry and based on your measurements and your pictures it does not seem as if you have a lot of asymmetry. The difference between a high profile and moderate plus gel implant is often subtle. There is rarely a... more

A: Breast implant sizing

Michael Horn, MD

Hi Lisa, You can get a moderate plus implant (moderate profile) provided that the diameter of the implant is not larger than your breast base width. A nice way to determine which implant works for you is to try the implant sizers in a bra. With the implants in the bra, you can see what it will look like... more

A: breast implants and asymmetry

William  Bruno, MD

Everyone has some degree of breast asymmetry.  There can be differences in size, shape or both. Based on your photos above, your degree of asymmetry appears to be minor.  You do not necessarily "need" a high profile implant, your choice of a moderate plus silicone appears to be reasonable... more

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