wanting to replace my existing implants; they are currently 320 round high Profile. Since having them done I've always felt they were too big/obvious so I'm really wanting to ensure this next set is what I'm after! I like the look of the teardrop implants to reduce the round look but I've been told they can look less full so go with 330 ml or I may feel they are too small, thoughts/guidance would be lovely. I'm Just over 5 foot & weigh 120 pounds
Answer: Tear Drop vs Round breast implants Thanks for the photo. Obviously evaluating you in person with a full examination is optimal; however, looking at the photos it appears you may have a combination of loosening skin falling over the implant or a capsular contracture holding the implants up or an inadequate release of the implant. Addressing these issues will result in closer meeting your expectations rather than focusing only on the shape of the implants. All the best!
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Answer: Tear Drop vs Round breast implants Thanks for the photo. Obviously evaluating you in person with a full examination is optimal; however, looking at the photos it appears you may have a combination of loosening skin falling over the implant or a capsular contracture holding the implants up or an inadequate release of the implant. Addressing these issues will result in closer meeting your expectations rather than focusing only on the shape of the implants. All the best!
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October 14, 2017
Answer: More than just changing implants Thank you for the excellent description and photos. In my opinion you have more than just one thing going on. Your capsules seem to be actually holding in good position and the fullness you have in the upper pole is probably due to the high profile implant. But I still think the capsules are in a pretty good position. Your breast tissue does seem to be low. The majority of your breast mound is above the nipple with loose tissue below. One way to get more fullness at the bottom of the breast is just open your capsule and move the implants down but that may be going in the wrong direction. You might be better served by a lower profile implants which will still give you a good shape in the upper pole and a doughnut lift to help fight gravity!
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October 14, 2017
Answer: More than just changing implants Thank you for the excellent description and photos. In my opinion you have more than just one thing going on. Your capsules seem to be actually holding in good position and the fullness you have in the upper pole is probably due to the high profile implant. But I still think the capsules are in a pretty good position. Your breast tissue does seem to be low. The majority of your breast mound is above the nipple with loose tissue below. One way to get more fullness at the bottom of the breast is just open your capsule and move the implants down but that may be going in the wrong direction. You might be better served by a lower profile implants which will still give you a good shape in the upper pole and a doughnut lift to help fight gravity!
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October 14, 2017
Answer: Size The implant selection should be based on a combination of your desired size, soft tissue dynamics, breast base diameter and skin elasticity. I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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October 14, 2017
Answer: Size The implant selection should be based on a combination of your desired size, soft tissue dynamics, breast base diameter and skin elasticity. I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with. Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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October 14, 2017
Answer: Breast augmentation revision Looking closely at your photos, you can see that the implants are high, yet your breast tissue, is dropping below them. You should consider a true duel plane augmentation to allow the implants to drop and fill the “underboob”. Nevertheless, I believe you will require at least a circumareolar lift. I don’t like to recommend tear drop implants because they have texture, which although rare, has been linked to a lymphoma type cancer.
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October 14, 2017
Answer: Breast augmentation revision Looking closely at your photos, you can see that the implants are high, yet your breast tissue, is dropping below them. You should consider a true duel plane augmentation to allow the implants to drop and fill the “underboob”. Nevertheless, I believe you will require at least a circumareolar lift. I don’t like to recommend tear drop implants because they have texture, which although rare, has been linked to a lymphoma type cancer.
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October 14, 2017
Answer: Shaped or round implants Dear kyliecurrent320ml,I use both tear drop (shaped) implants and round implants in my practice. One has to understand the dimensions of the breast to determine which implant would work best. A shaped implant looks like a tear drop and like a natural breast shape. This may sound like it makes the most sense for breast augmentation but if a patient has breast tissue already, this tends to push out or project the bottom part of the breast more so than what is natural. Two things that look like a breast don't necessarily make for a more natural looking breast. A round implant often times has a more natural look than a shaped implant because it increases the breast size more evenly. I still use shaped implants in a few circumstances when patients have no breast tissue. Patients that are very flat or have had a mastectomy. Shaped implants also have the increased risk, up to 30%, of rotation so I'm very careful when using or recommending them. The bottom line is that one should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who does a lot of breast surgery to determine the best implant for each patient. All of my breast augmentations are designer breast augmentations which means that one size does not fit all. I customize the surgery and implant based on the characteristics of the patient and their goals.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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October 14, 2017
Answer: Shaped or round implants Dear kyliecurrent320ml,I use both tear drop (shaped) implants and round implants in my practice. One has to understand the dimensions of the breast to determine which implant would work best. A shaped implant looks like a tear drop and like a natural breast shape. This may sound like it makes the most sense for breast augmentation but if a patient has breast tissue already, this tends to push out or project the bottom part of the breast more so than what is natural. Two things that look like a breast don't necessarily make for a more natural looking breast. A round implant often times has a more natural look than a shaped implant because it increases the breast size more evenly. I still use shaped implants in a few circumstances when patients have no breast tissue. Patients that are very flat or have had a mastectomy. Shaped implants also have the increased risk, up to 30%, of rotation so I'm very careful when using or recommending them. The bottom line is that one should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who does a lot of breast surgery to determine the best implant for each patient. All of my breast augmentations are designer breast augmentations which means that one size does not fit all. I customize the surgery and implant based on the characteristics of the patient and their goals.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
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