295cc High Profile or 310cc Extra High Profile Implants?

Question

Dear all, I had my first consultation for breast enlargement today and was recommended either 295cc high profile or 310cc extra high profile. Although there is only 15cc difference, the 295cc implant's diameter is 11.25cm and projection 4.6cm; the 310cc implant's diameter is 11cm and projection 5.4cm. I want to go as large as possible whilst still having some bounce and a natural droop. I am 5"8 (172cm), 121lbs (55kg). Would the 310cc implant be too big? I am 32a/b and want to become a full D.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.  Unfortunately, despite your good description of body type and goals, online consultants will not be able to provide you with specific enough advice. Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering  breast augmentation surgery ( regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is:    

	1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully.  Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you're looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work.      

	2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals  with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining  breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals.  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 “full D cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.  Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup  size may also be inaccurate.

	       3.  Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly,  allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals.  Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery.

	    I hope this (and the attached link) help.

Robert L. Steely, MD, FACS · Answer

Good afternoon!

	Congrats on choosing to have breast augmentation surgery!  Recent studies have shown that overall patient satisfaction with breast augmentation surgery is well over 90 percent- I am sure you will do well.

	It is difficult to say without more detailed measurements, but an extra high profile implant at that volume is pretty narrow- I would recheck with your PS to be sure this is not going to widen your cleavage too much. 15cc is only one tablespoon difference- keep this in mind when choosing implants.

	I hope this helps

Paul Gill, MD · Answer

In order to make an accurate size recommendation, I would need to assess your chest wall and breast mound measurements and characteristics.  Unfortunately, there is not a general rule of thumb or objective criteria to implant selection.
	Your plastic surgeon will perform several measurements of your chest wall and breast anatomy and determine a range of implants that both fit your chest wall and reach your desired goals.
	The next step is to try on this range of implants in the office with your doctor.   The key to this success is showing your surgeon the body proportion you desire with a bra sizer and allowing your surgeon to guide you to the right implant.   It will be much easier to communicate in implant cc's than cup size when determining the appropriate implant for you.
	I wish you a safe recovery and fantastic result.
	Dr. Gill

Andrew Stewart, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question

	Without examining you, of course, I can only give you generalized advice.  I never use or recommend extra high profile implants for augmentation--only breast reconstruction.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The two implants you are deciding upon are subtlety different.  It is best to be examined in person to be properly evaluated.

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