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Which Type of Breast Implants Give a Natural Look?

asked 2 years ago by amy1990 in uk
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 1,228 times
Tags: breasts, female, A cup, B cup, C cup, natural

Hi, I am looking for some advice. I am currently a large A or small B cup but would like to go to a C. What type of breast implants will give me the most natural look? And how much do you think would this cost? Many thanks.

13 answers to Which Type of Breast Implants Give a Natural Look?

The Most Natural Breast Implant

It is not the type of the breast implant that makes you look natural. It is the size of the implant and the thickness of your tissue over it that determines whether it looks natural or not. Just think about it...imagine in your own mind a woman with naturally thick breasts who gets a little implant...it would be totally imperceptible. Imagine a woman that is flat like a board and gets a huge implant....no matter what the implant is made of, it will look fake. Sure, silicone looks better... more

Steven Teitelbaum, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant size

It is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. 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” or “C cup” or "fake looking" means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Natural Looking Breast Implants

Yes, augmented breasts can and should look natural. With the right implant in the correct position, they can also feel completely natural. Excessively large breast implants never look or feel natural, so the first important factor to consider is implant size. Not only do large implants look odd, they also stretch out breast skin and tend to become very droopy over time. Most patients with excessively large implants end up having multiple operations over time to address problems with implant... more

Michael Law, MD
Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

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Implant choices

The implants taht give the most natural results are often those that are not too big for your frame. A consultation and exam is key.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Which Type of Breast Implants Give a Natural Look

It is very easy to be confused by this measuring system. Cup sizes are only used as estimates for clothing. Although the measuring technique for determining cup size is precise, the results of these measurements are not. Let me give you an example; weight is a very accurate measurement. However two patients that weigh 120 lbs are not likely to look alike. The same is true with two patients that have C cup breasts. This is why physicians tend to use volume (cubic centimeters or cc) as a... more

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Natural looking breast implants

It is amazing to me how differently patients interpret the word "natural" when describing their desires from a breast augmentation. Strictly speaking, the word "natural" implies what can occur in nature. This does not include ANY upper pole fullness beyond a straight line down to the nipple areola. This look is created by moderate profile implants, not by moderate plus or high profiles.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Do you really want natural look for breast implants?

Dear Amy, First, I want to echo the sentiments of my colleagues. Plastic surgeons obtain natural results not only when they choose the right implants but also when the patient's tissues are favorable. There is, however, another issue. What is natural looking? OK, I know that sounds stupid to ask, but National Geographic is filled with natural breasts that you might not consider attractive! When you attend your appointment with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, bring photos of your ideal... more

Michael C. Pickart, MD
Ventura Plastic Surgeon

Natural looking breast implants

In my mind there is no question that Silcone breast implants look and feel much more natural than saline implants. When you go in for a consultation, just ask to hold a sample of each type of implant and you will realize the difference. The option is then above or below the muscle. If you have think skin and not much breast tissue, then under the muscle is best. If you have a good amount of tissue coverage, then above the muscle may work for you as well. However, I feel that below... more

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Type of breast implants for the most natural look

Dear Amy, As has been said, creating the most natural and appealing breasts is LESS dependent on the implant than on choosing the right implant based on your current breast volume (which will need to cover the new implants), your breast skin stretchiness, the shape of the current breasts, the location of the nipple vis a vis your under the breast fold and your chest diameter and slope, among others. In other words, a well done breast augmentation is not about sticking in the largest... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Breast implants for a natural look

The most natural looking results after breast augmentation occur in those patients who, along with their surgeon choose the appropriate size, shape and style for their unique breast and chest anatomy. The relationship of the pre-existing skin and breast tissue along with the size, shape and dimensions of the implant chosen is whats most important to get a "natural" result. In general the more breast tissue you have to start with, the more natural the result may be. Choosing the... more

John E. Gross, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

The most natural "artificial" breasts

Natural breast shape and feel is related to multiple factors. It depends on the skin envelope thickness, elasticity, previous pregnancy, volume of breast tissue, chest wall configuration or deformities, etc. In all cases, silicone gel implants feel more "natural" than saline implants. Round and shaped implants can look similar in the upright position, but in the supine position the shaped ones tend to stick up while the round ones tend to roll to the side as a normal non-augmented... more

George Marosan, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

The new silicone gel implants give the most natural looking and feeling results

Regardless of if they are behind the muscle or the breast, moderate, moderate plus or high profile, silicone gel implants give the most natural feeling and looking results. Unfortunately they are a bit more expensive but in the long run well worth it.

Carl W. "Rick" Lentz III, MD
Daytona Beach Plastic Surgeon

Many factors contribute to a natural look with implants

The appearance of the breast is certainly important but not the only factor contributing to natural results. How the implants feel is also something to consider; they may have a nice profile in the upright position but if they are too firm or don't "behave" like natural breasts with activity then you may not be happy with them. Keep in mind also that all implants will have a teardrop profile in the upright position, not just the form-stable ("gummy bear") implants. Most... more