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Breast Implant Profile for Very Petite Frame?

asked 2 years ago by girlyminx in leicester UK
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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Tags: female, 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in, A cup, implant size, low profile, profile

Recently booked myself in to have breast augmentation. I'm confused as to why my surgeon has recommended that I have 300 cc's low profile as I am very very petite (UK size 6, 5ft 2 in. 32 AA). Would like to acheive around a DD cup. All over the web, it says low profiles are best for people with wider chests. I'm so slight of frame; surely moderate or high profiles would be better. I'm getting concerned and beggining to wonder if this surgeon knows what he's talking about. Please help.

4 answers to Breast Implant Profile for Very Petite Frame?

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I would be quite surprised if the 300 cc implants took you up to a DD. I would try sizers on to confirm your implant selection. See video below for samples. see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Breast implants on narrow frame

There are many different shapes of implants to choose from.  I prefer HP's most of the time on narrow framed individuals.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Choice of breast implant profiles

To know which implant profile to use, a bit more information is needed. From my perspective, the width of your breast is the most important factor in determining the implant choice. It is best to have the implant's width to be equal to, or less than, the width of the breast. This is so that the breast does not appear wider after the surgery. For petite women, I will frequently use a moderate profile plus implant. This may or may not be right for you depending upon your measurements. If... more
David B. Reath, MD

Knoxville Plastic Surgeon

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