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Is It Possible to Achieve a Natural Looking Tear Drop Shape when Using High Profile Implants?
I recently had my pre-op appt. and was told by my PS that I could not get 425 cc moderate plus silicone like I was hoping for because they would be too wide for my frame. I could only go as big as 400 cc, or go with a 425 cc high profile instead. I had already had it in my head that HP means big, round, implants that sit high up on the chest. I want a nice sloping, tear drop shape from the side, and thought that was only possible with MP. I'm so conflicted now...please help! (-:
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Shnooks22
in Illinois
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Best Breast Implant Size/Profile for Me?
Thank you for the question.
Assuming you have chosen your plastic surgeon carefully, he/she is in a much better position to advise you regarding the best breast implant size/profile that will help achieve your goals. in my practice, I use goal pictures to help with the communication process.
Generally speaking, I would share your concerns about the high profile breast implants appearing “natural” compared to less projecting breast implants. I would suggest that...
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Achieving a natural looking tear drop shape with high profile implants
If you are looking for nice sloping tear drop shape then the lower profile implant shape is what you should be getting. However, you may not be able to get the volume that you wanted. It's a very common conflict, choosing between size and shape. Most of the time, it's a compromise. Another option to consider is the anatomically shaped silicone gel implant. Go back to your surgeon and see if you are a candidate for this type of implant.
Best Wishes,
Stewart Wang, MD FACS, Wang...
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High profile implants
High profile implants are good in some patients especially for narrower patients. Best to see in person.
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Implant Profiles
Hello,
You are at a crossroad in the decision making process. You 'had it in your head' about what size (and profile) you wanted, but without the benefit of the expertise of a plastic surgeon's examination. If you are looking for a very gentle slope to the upper pole, then you and your surgeon should talk about the flattest profile possible in an implant whose diameter best fits your chest wall, and ignore the volume.
Most surgeons have been bullied into accommodating...
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Effect of high profile implants on breast augmentation
In general a higher profile implant will tend to thrust the upper portion of the breast forward. This is particularity true it the implant is not under the pec muscle. There may be a tradeoff between size and shape. The newer "gummy bear" implants have an anatomical shape and might be worth consideration. They are not yet available in all shapes and sizes. As always, a careful discussion with a highly experienced surgeon gives the best chance of a happy outcome.
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Do high profile implants look natural?
Thank you for your question. While high profile implants are used in some cases, I believe that they tend to create a more rounded and less natural look. The increased projection with the high profile implants makes the breast look more implanted with a bit of a superior shelf. Some women like that look, but it doesn't sound like it would meet your desires based on your description.
The question that I would have for you is about your desire to use a 425cc implant. To achieve the...
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Shape
The volume of the breast implant is not as important as you believe it to be. The shape is important.You are better off going with the correct sizing or correct width
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Using appropriate implant sizes for the best result
There is really not much difference between a 400 and a 425 cc implant. You are looking at less than 2 tablespoonful. Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. He is attempting to keep your implants within a certain range that is appropriate for your size and shape. The only other alternative would be to use a formed shaped implant. These are implants that can vary the height and width. In the US these types of implants are only marketed by...
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Possible to Achieve a Natural Looking Result With High Profile Implants?
The short answer is yes, one can achieve natural looking results with a high profile implant, but that is not the only consideration, as a variety of factors can impact how natural of look one has following augmentation. For example, if one chooses an implant that is too wide for their frame, the implant can extend too far out past the chest wall, and that looks unnatural as well.
Big, round, implants that sit high on the chest wall are more often the result of improper implant...
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High profile implant will not produce tear drop shape
I think you have a conflict between roundness and sloping, tear drop shape. I don't think that high profile will fulfill your needs but you do have to balance the shape against a desire for cleavage. If you haven't resolved this, definitely it is worth returning to your plastic surgeon for a second consultation before making a decision. Implant selection should be a collaborative process and it is extremely important that you and your doctor have a meeting of the minds as to your goals.
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Natural breast shape and high profile implants
Thanks for your question. It is important to remember that you should not get stuck on a number when discussing size of implants. The more important thing is communicating the shape/size of your desired outcome to your surgeon and he/she making a decision on implant size based on your chest dimensions. Twenty-five cc's is not that big of a difference in size anyway. In general, high profile implants do not give a "natural" result. A potential option for a more...
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Is It Possible to Achieve a Natural Looking Tear Drop Shape when Using High Profile Implants?
It always works best if you communicate thoroughly with your surgeon including showing him photos of the results you would like and not like. Then let him pick the implant that will get you there.
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To Get the Volume You Want - Change the Profile
If a patient desires a little more volume than a chest wall can accommodate, the profile of the implant can be changed to a higher profile. High profile implants can look very natural - depends upon the surgeon and planning not the implant.
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Breast Implant Size and Profile
An In-person consultation is necessary to give you the best answer to your difficulty, but ultimately, your surgeon is the best person to advise you on size versus shape. Have you discussed newer tear-drop shaped breast implants during your consultations? They are a more natural-looking shape and provide an alternative to traditional breast implants. Hope this helps.
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Moderate or high profile
High profile implants differ from moderate profile in the following way. For a given volume high profile has slightly less diameter and more height than moderate profile. But the dimensions differ only a small amount, maybe one centimeter in diameter. You mention several options for the type of implant you want. I say go with the 425 high profile since it seems you are partial to them from your inquiry. As far as the teardrop issue is concerned, I advise against...
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High profile implants can produce tear drop shaped breasts.
In my experience a tear drop shaped breast is achievable regardless of the profile of the implant high profile included. The main determining factor is the size of the implant not the profile. The implant has to fit comfortably and it will have a naturally sloped profile. The surgeon must sit the patient up during surgery and visualize the profile form. If a natural slope is not seen when the patient is upright then it is the implant size that is too large and not the profile of the implant....
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Hello
Without an exam we cannot give you accurate advice. The implant profile does have a big part of it but your breast and body is a huge factor as well. Make sure you address your concern with your PS..
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High profile implants can provide a natural appearance
Try not to focus on the implant size and description such as high profile. It is the shape and size of the patient and the pre existing breast contour that determines the choice of implant. Use pictures to describe to your PS how it is you want to look. Trying to stick to a size or implant description will only narrow your options and keep your surgeon from giving you the best result. Good Luck
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Implant profiles
I think it is best if you listen to your surgeon. Many patients do not understand different profiles, and think a high profile sits high on the chest, which is incorrect. The higher the profile, the smaller the diameter of the implant, so if you have a narrow chest, you will need a higher profile to get a larger volume and keep the implant behind your breast. A moderate plus might be too wide, and not be covered by your natural breast tissue, which would make it more likely to show rippling.
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Moderate Plus versus High Profile
In choosing a profile for your breast implant, a PS might recommend either Moderate Plus or High Profile. The recommendation is based on your chest and breast measurements. As breast implants get larger in size, they get wider. For a larger volume, I often recommend switching to a narrower breast implant. This would be the case in a situation where a patient wants a bigger volume than recommended and the breast implant chosen would likely create too much fullness on the side or a "side...
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Breast Implants and Implant Shapes
Yes, It is totally possible to get the look you are desiring with High Profile implants. I have found these implants can give excellent and natural shape, as long as you are not picking too big. This will be more dependent on your soft tissue coverage. This means how much breast tissue and muscle you have to "hide" the implabt. If you have enough tissue to hide the implant, you will get a natural look. However, if you have too little tissue, you will look round and faker.
Your...
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Breast Shape and High Profile Implants
Hi,
Your great question brings up several important points:
How your breasts look before surgery is a major factor in the after look. Are your breasts low-set and teardrop now? Or, are they high, flat and round? Or, somewhere in between?
High profile doesn't mean the implants stay high on the chest. Low profile doesn't mean they sit low on the chest.
It can be confusing at first, but I think it is important to discuss what the different profiles of round implants...
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