Does profile change implant size?

Profile changes the
shape of the implant rather than the volume. For instance, each manufacturer
has several profiles from low to ultra high for the same volume. As an implant
changes from low profile to ultra high profile, the base diameter of the
implant decreases, and the projection of the implant increases. The volume does
not necessarily change. Each manufacturer has a chart of implant volumes with
profile dimensions, including height and diameter of the implant for each
profile. It can be a little confusing, but I would advise you to review these
charts to get an idea of the ranges of volumes and profiles you can choose.

Higher profile implants have a narrower base diameter and more projection. You might want a second opinion. Also if you want to stay with saline implants then I would strongly consider the newly FDA release IDEAL saline implants that feel similar to silicone and have a much better shape. See the below link for more information.It is very difficult to determine the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 650 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “D” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. . Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon as I will further explain in a bit.

Higher profile breast implants will definitely give you more projection "full round look". As for silicone you have to discuss with your plastic surgeon if the benefits are worth the added cost. Consider reposting with pictures for a more accurate assessment. Best of luck