My surgery date is 2 weeks away and I had my consultation over a month ago and both my consultant and surgeon told me that I am a good candidate for the 450 HP silicone gel implants since I am on the smaller 34a cup size and my goal is to go to a full C/ small D look. The reason why I am going with silicone is so I won't have any rippling. I am a little concerned that I will have rippling with going 450cc. Should I go smaller to avoid possible rippling? Any inputs on both of my concerns? Thank you.
June 4, 2013
Answer: Breast Implant sizing
Thank you for your question. This is a common question and area of angst with patients. Yes, a 450HP silicone will generally get you to a C/D with your current chest size. As others have stated, more important that the actual cc's of the implant is the dimension or width of the implant and how this will fit on your chest or within the "footprint" of your breast. If the implant width is wider than your breast width, then the implant will tend to hang over the side of your chest, where you rub your arm against the side of your breast. This can give a very different look. Ultimately, the size of the implant should not only be based on your goal cup size, but also on the dimensions of your breast and the "look" you are going for--whether you want a more natural look or an augmented look.
Good luck!
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June 4, 2013
Answer: Breast Implant sizing
Thank you for your question. This is a common question and area of angst with patients. Yes, a 450HP silicone will generally get you to a C/D with your current chest size. As others have stated, more important that the actual cc's of the implant is the dimension or width of the implant and how this will fit on your chest or within the "footprint" of your breast. If the implant width is wider than your breast width, then the implant will tend to hang over the side of your chest, where you rub your arm against the side of your breast. This can give a very different look. Ultimately, the size of the implant should not only be based on your goal cup size, but also on the dimensions of your breast and the "look" you are going for--whether you want a more natural look or an augmented look.
Good luck!
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Answer: Breast Implant Size 450 cc implant is a large breast implant, and you may be able to achieve your goal with a smaller implant. However, the size of the implant generally does not correlate to the frequency of rippling. The size of the implants are based on a combination of a patient's goals and objectives and her anatomy. In order to provide a natural looking augmentation, the surgeon needs to evaluate many factors including soft tissue coverage, skin laxity, chest wall width, breast imprint width, the shape of the breasts and relative level of constriction to ensure that the breast implants are appropriate for your body. Consult in person with 3 experienced and expert board certified plastic surgeons to understand your objectives.
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Answer: Breast Implant Size 450 cc implant is a large breast implant, and you may be able to achieve your goal with a smaller implant. However, the size of the implant generally does not correlate to the frequency of rippling. The size of the implants are based on a combination of a patient's goals and objectives and her anatomy. In order to provide a natural looking augmentation, the surgeon needs to evaluate many factors including soft tissue coverage, skin laxity, chest wall width, breast imprint width, the shape of the breasts and relative level of constriction to ensure that the breast implants are appropriate for your body. Consult in person with 3 experienced and expert board certified plastic surgeons to understand your objectives.
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