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Choosing Breast Implant Profiles and Size for Deflated Breasts?

asked 2 years ago by 4Kids in California
Latest answer by Rian Maercks, MD
Question viewed 3,835 times
Tags: breasts, female, 150-169 lbs, 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in, breast feeding, 350-399cc, 400-449cc, deflation, high profile, lift, moderate plus profile

My breasts are deflated after nursing and I want to be informed for my consultations. I am 5'6", 150 lbs, have a 34-36 inch chest, roughly 13 BWD and want to fill out my breasts without going too big.

I describe it as wanting my money's worth and preferring the larger size of natural looking without looking obviously fake.

Based on my photos, what style of implant will work best (mod plus or high profile?), approx size (350cc-400cc, maybe bigger?) and does it seem like I need some kind of lift? Thanks.

12 answers to Choosing Breast Implant Profiles and Size for Deflated Breasts?

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Natural appearing large implants

Unfortunately the most commonly used type of implants (high profile) and the most common type of placement ( submuscular/dual plane) cannot deliver the natural 'tear drop' effect that you desire. There are also big problems associated with anatomic implants placed in conventional planes( they work well in subfascial carefully designed pockets). This is why I use a very unique methof of breast augmentation that I call 'cold-subfascial augmantation.' the... more
Rian Maercks, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Breast implant sizing

From your photos, you may need to have a breast lift as well as implants. Much of the final “look” achieved after breast augmentation surgery depends on several factors: 1. The initial shape, size (volume of breast tissue), symmetry of the patient's breasts. In general, the better the preoperative breast appearance the more likely the breast augmentation “look” will be optimal. 2. The experience/skill level of the surgeon is... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Breast augmentation and lift

It looks like you will ned a lift and an augmentation. As for the berst sized implants, it is hard to say without a formal exam.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Augmentation for a deflated breast

If you want the breast to sit higher up on the chest wall, and the nipple to be higher up you will need a lift. For that I would recommend a crescent lift mastopexy. You don't need any more scar than that, because you are adding a lot of volume that will fill up the slack skin. So the only skin you need to remove is that needed to reposition the nipple. The nipple stays attached, of course. A high profile implant is indicated to add projection and lift the skin in the lower pole of the... more
Ricardo Rodriguez, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Deflated breasts can regain volume and shape with a lift and implant

Hello - It appears as though you're an excellent candidate for a lift combined with high profile 300-350cc implants.  Performing an augmentation without a lift may cause the nipple-areola to "fall" over the implant.  The recovery is very straightforward with minimal pain and downtime. ...
Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

www.BaltimorePlasticSurgery.com

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Breast lift and augmentation

A side view would be better to get an idea of the amount of sagging you have, but it appears as if you will need some sort of a lift. With a lift, a surgeon can idealized your shape and form and then determine the appropriate size implant to use. He can probably use some tape to give you an idea of what the lift might look like and then perform measurements to get an idea of dimensions.
Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Implant considerations for deflated breasts

I agree, you need a lift with or without a small saline high profile implant. Go see 3 boarded plastic surgeons in your area to iscuss with them your options. Regards. 
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Deciding on the best breast operation for you: Breast Lift and/or Implants

In agreement with my colleagues, I would recommend a lift to begin with. Although your existing tissues can be rearranged to minimize volume loss the upper half of the breast will not achieve fullness without the use of an implant. Some view this upper fullness as desireable whereas others believe it creates a "fake" look. That is a matter of opinion and you should express your desires to your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who will review your options and help select the best implant that... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Which breast implant would be best for me?

Hi there- I definitely think you would be best off with a breast lift in conjunction with placement of implants... With regard to the implant style and shape, it is very important to understand that the best implant for you should be determined based on your current examination and your tissues, and not simply based on your goals for size and shape. This is the "one right result" concept. For help understanding this and why it is so important, please read this: One of the things I find more
Armando Soto, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

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Treating the deflated breast

First of all, you clearly need a breast lift because of excess lower pole skin laxity. This is like a loose hammock which will continue to sag unless it is tightened. Second, the implant for a "natural" look is not the HP, but the moderate. The moderate plus has some extra upper inner pole fullness but not to excessive. The implant should match your base dimension. Remember that with your breast lifted up onto the implant and with the skin tightened, you don't need as... more
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Augmenting the "deflated" breast

Based on your photo I would recommend you strongly consider having a breast lift in addition to an augmentation. As you describe your breasts, they have lots volume or deflated but the skin does not typically retract. Although we cannot tell by this one photo if the level of your nipple sits approximately at or below where a pencil would rest under your breast, a lift should be in order. The only way to really be able to properly counsel you on what will best help you achieve your goals... more
Michael C. Edwards, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

www.medwardsmd.com

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Ideal Breast Implant for deflated, Sagging breasts

The ideal Breast Enhancement depends on many factors of which the most important ones are - re-placing the nipples to their rightful central location on the breast mounds AND coverage of the implant by your CURRENT breast tissue (to prevent feeling and seeing the implant shell folds). In addition to the breast base diameter, I would ask to use sizers in the doctor's office - fully realizing that the appearance of the implant in your bra under the blouse would be LARGER than it would be had... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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