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Fear Having Robo-boobs with High Profile Breast Implants

asked 1 year ago by lissalou
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 486 times
Tags: high profile, natural, position

I just discoverd that my dr only uses high profile implants. My BWM is 12. So he suggested a 375 silicone HP implant. I dont understand why that is the only implant a dr. would offer. I feel like I dont have a say, which is very frustrating..but then I read to let your dr. pick. I fear having robo-boobs with the high profile. Since they are silicone and not saline, will that "help" them look more natural? After looking at implant measurement, it looks like the saline mod. profile would be comparable to the silicone HP.

7 answers to Fear Having Robo-boobs with High Profile Breast Implants

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Implants available in different profiles.

Unless your surgeon has an inventory of high profile implants, he/she should be able to order different sizes.  Most doctors use different profile implants to fit every shape and chest size.  If you feel you will not look good with High Profile, you should seek another opinion. see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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High profile implants

I never heard that term before.  "Robo-boobs!"  Anyway I usually use high profiles or moderate plus implants in  the majority of patients, and they certainly do not look like they have "robo-boobs."
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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What is the Right Breast Implant to Use

Get a second opinion, even a third opinion if needed, and ask your current surgeon why he's fixed on the high profile style. There is an 'art' to surgery and a wide range of implants are chosen by different surgeons. I typically use only moderate/moderate-plus implants and reserve high profile implants for certain limited circumstances. Other surgeons have just the opposite take and we could debate it indefinitely. Find a surgeon you can work with, who is willing to listen... more
Jon F. Harrell, DO

Miami Plastic Surgeon

www.westonsurgery.com

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Robo-boobs with high profile breast implants

Aren't you fortunate that Dr Aldea has answered your question so expertly. I TOTALLY agree with him. In my practice I primarily use HP implants but when a patient fits an alternative type than of course use the MP. Also if you are "afraid" of your surgeon than you have the wrong surgeon - CHANGE! From MIAMI Dr. B
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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If your doctor won't listen to your concerns I would get a second opinion.

The reason the manufacturers have different type of implants is that there are different types of body shapes.  With each patient a plan for her body type should be discussed rather than just saying this is the way I do it.  The ultimate goal in any cosmetic procedure is for the patient to be happy.  It usually works out well because rarely is my patient happy when I am not. Good luck, Dr T
Scott Tucker, MD

Winston Salem Plastic Surgeon
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Fear of hight profile implants is legitimate

There are frequent discussions about the use and benefits of high profile breast implants and it is true that the implant shape is not for everyone. The red flag is out if the surgeon you have seen only uses high profile silicone gel implants. If the same procedure is done every time, then some of the time it will work, but perhaps not for you and how you feel your breast ought to look. Remember, your doctor may best choose the implant for the look that you want, but only you know... more
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

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Fear of Communicating with your Plastic Surgeon

Regarding: " Fear having robo-boobs with high profile breast implants   I just discoverd that my dr only uses high profile implants. My BWM is 12. So he suggested a 375 silicone HP implant. I dont understand why that is the only implant a dr. would offer. I feel like I dont have a say, which is very frustrating..but then I read to let your dr. pick. I fear having robo-boobs with the high profile. Since they are silicone and not saline, will that "help" them look... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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