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Breast Implants for Petite Women

My frame is only really small, 26inch around my rib cage, 5'5'' and 7 stone (98 lbs). I want to go to a good 32 c cup. I've been told to have 270cc under the muscle but im not sure if i should have round standard implants or round high profile implants as im only small. I dont want them to look too fake though!

Asked 40 months ago by Sarah1234 in sheffield

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Natural Looking Breast Augmentation for Petite Women

In my raleigh, Plastic Surgery Practice I see many small breasted women looking for a natural looking result from breast augmentation. Obviously, a given implant volume and diameter that works well for a small-framed patient that is 5'3" will be inadequate for a large-framed patient that is 5'10". Careful evaluation of all of these issues is necessary if the ultimate goal of the surgery is a natural-appearing breast augmentation. Having practiced plastic surgery in... more

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Michael Law, MD

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

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I prefer to use moderate profile implants for small, narrow-chested women

It is not uncommon for small framed women to request breast augmentation surgery. The choice of implant, size and location of the implant is a decision that the patient can make with the surgeon. The choice between saline filled implants vs. silicone implants requires consideration of many issues. Some of these include amount of native breast tissue, patient's feelings about silicone and cost. The shape and profile of the implant is determined by the breast diameter, which is measured by... more

Kari L. Colen, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

On petite women small implants can look big

On a petite woman a small implant can create a large cup breast. That same implant on a larger woman can barely be noticeable. It is the implant size in relation to the body / chest size that matters. When choosing the size of a breast implant, especially in petite women, it is important to consider the chest width as a limiting factor. Choosing an implant that is too big (ie it is too wide for your chest) will lead to two possible problems. Either the... more

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Martin Jugenburg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon

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Proportion and Fit Are Important for Natural Appearance

Of course, size matters! But, most important is your own sense of balance and proportion. Trying on the implants can be very helpful, 3-Dimensional Imaging (if available to you in your surgeon's office) can be another way to be sure you are choosing the best size and shape implant to give you the look you want. Higher profile implants produce a rounder, fuller breast with more fullness in the upper chest. Higher profiles may fit a narrow ches better, preventing too... more

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Paul C. Zwiebel, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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Natural look for petite women

After finding a board certified plastic surgeon to perform your surgery, do your homework and find pictures of what you would like to achieve in size and shape for your body type. Internally, your anatomy could differ, meaning your chest could be concaved or convexed and you may need a certain type of implant to achieve your desired look. In other words, the only way to determine what would be proportioned to you is when we are in the operating room. For more information, check out before... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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Choosing the correct breast implant

Whether or not to go with high profile implants or round standard implants really depends upon your anatomy and your desires for improvement. This is what I take alot of time reviewing with my patients during their consultation.

Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Implants for Petite Women

One of the key elements in performing breast augmentations on women with small frames is to match the implant to the chest wall diameter to prevent the patient from being grossly disproportioned which is aesthetically unpleasing and can be uncomfortable. Therefore, one needs to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who has expertise and experience in breast augmentation to obtain the right size for you. In general, a smaller implant or a slightly higher profile implant that is a... more

Rod J. Rohrich, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

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Breast implant size selection

Your concern about size is one of the chief areas of focus for both surgeons and women planning breast augmentation. Many women want to be as large as they can without appearing "fake." The size implant you choose depends, in my opinion, on four main factors: 1. What you want to look like, 2. The available breast skin envelope to accomodate the implant, 3. Your pre-existing breast volume, and 4. The base width of your breast. Your... more

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Steve Laverson, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Augmentation in Petite Women

I consider two factors when selecting implants for my patients: 1.Dimensional planning 2.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 size is recommended. This will give you a unique breast implant that is suited for your body frame. Even your... more

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C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

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Breast implants in petite women

My favorite word when it comes to breast augmentation is proportion. When we do measurements, one of the main factors is base width of your current breast. This serves as a guideline to the selection of cc. I also suggest that the patient bring in photos that she likes. This helps us get on the same page. Then we can make determinations as how much projection we need to accomplish the goal. This is were projection and choice of projection of the... more

Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

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3D imaging can help you visualize yourself with implants

Often times it is very difficult for patients to imagine what they will look like with breast implants. You can look at photos of other patients, but this isn't a very accurate way of deciding on breast implant size. Especially if you are very petite, it can be difficult deciding on implant size. I use 3D computerized imaging which takes a photo of your torso, in 3D, then any implant size can be inserted to simulate your final outcome. This is extemely accurate and... more

William Bruno, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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You are the only person that can choose your implant size.

You already have an image in your mind of what you want -- the hardest thing to do is to describe that image in words. During my augmentation consultations I take measurements of the breasts and chest in order to give you a range of implant sizes that I can use that would work with your body. Then I have my assistants help you try on sizers until you see in the mirror the same image that you already have in your mind. That is how you determine the size that you need. I will sometimes... more

Richard H. Fryer, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

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Breast Implants for Petite Women

Breast augmentation is very common in petite women as they commonly do not have large natural breasts. The implants chosen are often < 300cc, and although this may seem small, it provides a dramatic size increase without appearing "unnatural." Many times, the implants are placed under the muscle to "hide" the implant and decrease and rippling or visibility of the implant (especially in the upper portion/cleavage area of the breast). The choice of a moderate versus high... more

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David Bogue, MD

Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

Implant style should be matched to your breast width and overall frame

Every patient's breast augmentation surgery should be individualized. The type and style of implant chosen ultimately depends on your breast and chest wall dimensions. Mentor manufactures three different styles of breast implants (both saline and silicone are available): 1) Moderate Profile: widest base, least projection. 2) Moderate Plus Profile: in between.... 3) High Profile: narrowest base, most projection. In general, women who have a larger chest wall dimension and w more

Kevin Brenner, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

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Implant selection for Petite frame

The final appearance after surgery depends upon the implant size, current breast volume, skin characteristics (tight or loose), and chest (breast) width. If you have tight skin and are small, an implant under the muscle will help keep the upper edge of the implant from being too obvious, or "fake". Trying on implants before surgery and viewing similar patients' before and after photos will help you see what you may expect. An experienced surgeon will be... more

Randy J. Buckspan, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon

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Your breast surgery should be individualized

I can certainly appreciate your thoughts and concerns about your implant shape and size. It is true that in some women with narrow torsos, a specialized implant, higher in profile, can be very helpful to allow adequate projection without excessive width. Your care, however, should be individualized and the best way to do that is to get specific recommendations from a plastic surgeon who can examine you. Small framed patients can get fantastic results, so I encourage you to... more

Adam David Lowenstein, MD

Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon

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Breast implants in skinny women - narrow chest wall and small breasts

Thin women with a narrow chest width and breast dimensions may require a specialized breast implant with a high 'height to width' ratio. This can be assessed during your consultation with intricate measurements of your breast shape, diameter, and dimensions.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Chest wall anatomy is important in picking the right type of implant.

Implant diameter increases with volume. If the volume you want in a regular implant exceeds the normal anatomic limits of the breast, a higher profile implant might be more suitable (greater projection per unit of diameter). I don't believe going below the muscle has any influence on choosing the size and projection of the implant.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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Breast augmentation in petite women

Breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgery in the United States because it provides a consistent way for a woman to change the shape, position and size of her breasts. In our practice, it is extremely common to perform a breast augmentation in small for petite women. The essential point is to work closely with woman in picking a breast implant volume that will help them meet their aesthetic goals but will look balanced on their torso. It is also important to carefully choose the... more

B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Let expert plastic surgeon select breast implants.

Hi. 1) I wrote an article for RealSelf on choosing breast implants. You can read it on my profile. 2) You may find the breast augmentation page on my web site useful.