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
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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