How Does Sizing Affect a Low Profile Implant?

asked 1 year ago by 396010anon in dc
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: silicone implant, under muscle, implant size, low profile

I want a very natural look and have little breast tissue. My PS suggested a LP silicone implant that seems wider than my breast base, but I know that placing implant under the muscle means that it will look smaller than it does in the office. What happens if you go too big with a low profile implant. Does the extra volume stick out at the side or should I trust my Dr. to go slightly bigger than I think I want?

10 answers to How Does Sizing Affect a Low Profile Implant?

Breast augmentation sizing and the low profile implant

Breast implant profile or 'projection' varies from low, moderate, to high and indicates the height of an implant of a given volume and diameter. A low profile implant make a perfect sizer as the implant will conform or project further as the base diameter is constricted. The quality we like so much in the low profile implant is the fact that it will flow well and feel natural within the breast. If the breast is 12 cm. in diameter and the surgeon makes a pocket to match the breast... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

www.peterejohnsonmd.com

choosing breast implant size

The use of sizers in your bra preoperatively does not accurately correlate with the size of breasts achieved with sub muscular implants. I think that it is very important that you communicate clearly with your surgeon to maximize the chances of achieving your desired breast size. 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... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Low profile implants

Low profile implants are best used in women who have a broad chest, and don't want a lot of projection or a fuller size . Lo profile implants tend to be wide and are uncommonly used. Without knowinf the specifics of your case, that is your height weight current bra size and chest dimensions, it is difficult to comment on your specific needs.

Beverly Friedlander, MD
Short Hills Plastic Surgeon

Low profile implants are wider.

You should not choose implants that are much wider than your natural breast width. Lower profile implants are flatter, while higher profile implants project further out. Lower profile implants do provide more cleavage.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Low profile implants

Sizing of implants is very important. Many complications in breast augmentation can be avoided by choosing the correct size and shape in relation to a woman's natural anatomy. I discourage the use of implants which are wider than the breast width. This is for several reasons: Overly wide implants increase the likelihood of symmastia which is an unnatural violation of the middle portion of the chest by either the breast tissue or the implant The implant may ride... more

David Bogue, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

www.drbogue.com

Low profile implants

I rarely use the lowest profile implants in silicone. You are right, that under the muscle you will loose some projection. Silicone implants in the appropriate size for your frame typically look natural. It is important to pick an implant diameter that fits within the width of the breast. If it is too wide (wider than your breast width), it could stick out a bit laterally. I would trust that your doctor is taking accurate measurements to assure that you are choosing an appropriate size.... more

Hayley Brown MD
Henderson Plastic Surgeon

Consequences of "Going Bigger" when you do NOT have enough Breast Tissue to Cover and soften an Underlying Large Breast Implant

Regarding: "How Does Sizing Affect a Low Profile Implant? I want a very natural look and have little breast tissue. My PS suggested a LP silicone implant that seems wider than my breast base, but I know that placing implant under the muscle means that it will look smaller than it does in the office. What happens if you go too big with a low profile implant. Does the extra volume stick out at the side or should I trust my Dr. to go slightly bigger than I think I... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Low profile implants

Low profile implants tend to be wider than the other implants on a volume per volume comparison. I personally use these implants very infrequently.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Low Profile Implant

I agree with your thoughts and rarely ever use the PL implants for those reasons you posted. I would consider a HP and seek a second opinion from Dr Scott Spear at Georgetown in your area. Best of Luck.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Breast implant sizing

Whatever profile implant you choose, it needs to have a base width that fits your own chest wall width behind the breast. If you go too wide, the implants will stick out on the sides or come too close in the middle or both. If you are uncertain, go back to your doctor and discuss the size again.