What Type and Size and Placement of Implant is Right for Me?

asked 6 months ago by waytogo in San Jose, CA
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
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Tags: 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in, D cup, implant size, profile, type

I'm 5'11 & 132lbs. I'm wondering what size implant is right for me as I have a thin frame I worry about the implants looking unnatural but would like to be a D. Also I have one breast that is smaller than the other, is it true this could only be fixed with saline implants? I've heard silicone may be better as I've not much breast tissue and the chance of seeing rippling would be higher. I'm a personal trainer and fitness instructor so I'm wondering 'under' or 'over' the muscle? I work out a lot.

6 answers to What Type and Size and Placement of Implant is Right for Me?

What Type and Size and Placement of Implant is Right for Me?

You post a few issues. So if you were my patient based only upon the written history here I would recommend differing sized silicone Memory gel implant above the muscle. But best to seek a few in person opinions to fully understand the issues. You are in my opinion in correct about the ripplling with silicone I find it occurs more in saline implants.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Correct type and size of breast implants

When considering breast augmentation, a patient and her sugeon have a number options from which to choose. Your frame and symmetry do need to be taken into consideration in choosing what size, shape, and type (saline vs silicone) implant would give your the best result. Placing implants below the Pectoralis major muscle and/or the use of silicone implants can help reduce the risk of the appearance of ripples. However placing a large implant in the sub muscular plane may... more

Vincent D. Lepore, MD
San Jose Plastic Surgeon

www.vincentleporemd.com

Over vs. under athletic, thin patient

I think in your case you have to look at breast augmentation as risk management. That is, being thin and wanting relatively large (i.e. D cup) breasts, you are going have issues of side effects long-term (i.e. rippling, atrophy, asymmetry, excessive roundness, increased sagging over time, etc.). Since your final breast will be predominantly comprised of implant, your breasts will take on the characteristics and potential side effects of the implant. I doubt if you can get all your want for... more

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Saline vs Silicone and other issues

Hi there, Regarding what's natural on you, it's possible that your thin frame will play a role. The surgeon who sees you should measure your current breast width and this, combined with the amount of tissue you already have and your desired volume will tell the both of you whether you are pushing the limits on looking natural. I feel strongly that patient should size in-office with real breast implants, but this is partly because in Northern California patients really... more

Scott W. Mosser, MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.drmosser.com

Breast Implant Size, Position, Type?

Thank you for the question. Having had the privilege of taking care of many “thin framed fitness instructors” I would suggest: silicone gel implants in the sub muscular ( dual plane) position. Different sizes (or even profiles) of silicone gel implants may be helpful to improve symmetry. Communication with your plastic surgeon will be critical to help you achieve your goals with the breast augmentation procedure. In my practice I find... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Implant selection

The only way to really size you up is to have an in office consultation. During the consultation your desires and your anatomy will dictate the best solution for you.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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