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High or Low Profile Implant to Acheive Best Result? (photo)

I have been to quite a few consultations now and been told different things. A) Between 300-340cc CUI high profile under the muscle (implant: 11.5 diameter/ 5.00cm projection) B) 345cc CUI low profile above the muscle (implant 12.4 diameter / 4.1 projection) I am very confused as to why ive been told such different things and was wondering which you thought best to create a natural look - id like to look a D cup. Ive had 2 children and breastfed!

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You need more base width

High profile implants are more narrow than other implants. Right now you would not get more cleavage filling up the space between your breasts and this is critical when they are as widely spaced as yours are. I would not choose high profile implants for you.

Implant choices

I I commonly use high profile implants in my patients because many are very narrow and want larger implants, It is really a personal choice.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

High or Low Profile?

High & low are misnomers. It is actually wider or not so wide. Any good plastic surgeon will measure your chest and breast widths to the millimeter then choose the implant width that fits your chest. Too narrow and you'll have a big flat spot between your breasts. You should try on sizers in both widths and choose the fullness you want with sizers that will give you the cleavage you want. I feel it is a big help to have pateints choose a PlayBoy photo of the breast size they want.... more

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Implant options

Choosing breast implants involves first and foremost being in the right neighborhood. With the options that you have been presented with you are in the right neighborhood. Choosing the exact implant will depend on small factors that may be based on the experience or the preference of the plastic surgeon or the patient. You cannot make a wrong decision once you are in the right neighborhood. Have you tried on implants and then a not-too-snug top to see what look you want? more

Choosing a breast implant

The most important thing is for you to decide on the "look" you want in the upper inner pole, not a cup size. Besides, being a D isn't "natural" for you so the words don't describe the look you want. If you want excess upper pole fullness (not natural however), you need HP or mod plus. If you truly want natural, a moderate profile is best. Trying on sizers will help you too.

High or Low Profile Implant to Acheive Best Result?

Read Dr Pousti explanation a few times. It can really help you understand. In my opinion based upon the posted photos I like HP's for you. Again we all have different opinions and experiences.

Best Breast Implant Size for Me?

Thank you for the question and pictures. You are correct in that if you visit with 5 plastic surgeons you may receive 7 different pieces of advice. This is the nature of plastic surgery when there may be several different options that will achieve acceptable results. Not to add to your confusion, but I probably would have suggested moderate or moderate plus profile implants placed in the sub muscular (dual plane) position. I would suggest that you do the following: 1... more

High Profile vs. Low Profile Implants - Which One Is For Me?

Thank you for this challenging question. First of all, congratulations on looking so good after breast feeding two children. It appears that the distance form your inframammary fold to the top of your nipple is at least 7.5 cms which is my magic number. With this number, you can put in almost any size implant without much of a problem. There are so many questions that need to be answered. Do you want a small D, a medium D, a large D, or a double D? Would... more

Choose surgeon and then implants

The choice of implants needs to be consistent with your anatomy, objectives, lifestyle, and lifestage. My recommendation would either be moderate or moderate plus placed under the muscle. However, the recommendation needs to be confirmed with in person consultation and exam. Each surgeon may weigh decision factors differently and have their own sense of aesthetics. Rather than focusing on the recommendation, you should focus on the surgeon. Choose an experienced and expert board... more

Breast implant question

I agree that a D cup is not a natural cup size for your frame. That being said, I would probably use a smooth round moderate plus saline implant in the 350cc to 375cc size placed under the muscle. I prefer a one inch incision in the arm pit and use an endoscope for this procedure. Good luck and please see a board certified plastic surgeon.

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