I’m 29 years old 5’11, 165lbs. My frame is more athletic/broad and I have wider hips after having kids. I tried on implants yesterday and loved how the bigger sizes looked. In the picture my left side is 700 and right is 650. I decided on the 700 but after going home and looking at pictures of 700cc implants they look so big. I tried on smaller sizes but I just didn’t see the difference I wanted.
Answer: Size Selection Good afternoon!It's not about the number- it's about the look. You tried on the sizers- I vote to go for it! The last thing you want is to be saying "I wish I had gone 700cc" six months from now!
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Answer: Size Selection Good afternoon!It's not about the number- it's about the look. You tried on the sizers- I vote to go for it! The last thing you want is to be saying "I wish I had gone 700cc" six months from now!
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Answer: Will the 700cc look too big on me? Congratulations on your decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery. The most important factor when considering size and profile of a breast implant is to first ascertain the patient's chest width. Once the width is determined, an appropriate implant can be chosen that best corresponds to the patient's specific anatomy. In my practice, after a range of implant sizes is selected, the patient can utilize our sizing system to try on implants of various sizes to get a feel for what volume matches their aesthetic ideal. Moderate profile implants are wider but have less projection, whereas high profile implants are narrower but have more projection. Women who desire more upper pole fullness and cleavage may benefit from a wider moderate profile implant. Women who have a narrow chest width but desire larger implants may benefit from a high profile implant. Ultra high profile implants will give a more augmented appearance given the much greater projection. It is important to convey your aesthetic goals to your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon so that the appropriate implant can be chosen. Good luck !
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Answer: Will the 700cc look too big on me? Congratulations on your decision to undergo breast augmentation surgery. The most important factor when considering size and profile of a breast implant is to first ascertain the patient's chest width. Once the width is determined, an appropriate implant can be chosen that best corresponds to the patient's specific anatomy. In my practice, after a range of implant sizes is selected, the patient can utilize our sizing system to try on implants of various sizes to get a feel for what volume matches their aesthetic ideal. Moderate profile implants are wider but have less projection, whereas high profile implants are narrower but have more projection. Women who desire more upper pole fullness and cleavage may benefit from a wider moderate profile implant. Women who have a narrow chest width but desire larger implants may benefit from a high profile implant. Ultra high profile implants will give a more augmented appearance given the much greater projection. It is important to convey your aesthetic goals to your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon so that the appropriate implant can be chosen. Good luck !
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June 20, 2019
Answer: Best breast implants for me? Thank you for the question and pictures. 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 are looking for. ***Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work. Sometimes, it is necessary to seek several consultations before you feel comfortable about your choice. 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 "D or DD or DDD cup” etc may mean 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. Again, best not to discuss your goals and/or judge the outcome of the procedure performed based on achieving a specific cup size. The use of computer imaging may be very helpful during the communication process. The use of in bra sizers may also be helpful. In other words, use as many “visual aids” as possible during the communication process. I encourage patients to meet with me as my times as necessary, to feel comfortable that we are both on the “same page”. 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 generally select appropriate breast implant size/profile after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers and viewing the patient's chest in the upright and supine positions. One question that might be helpful for you to consider: would you be more disappointed if you are slightly too big or slightly too small after the breast augmentation procedure? I hope this helps. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.
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June 20, 2019
Answer: Best breast implants for me? Thank you for the question and pictures. 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 are looking for. ***Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work. Sometimes, it is necessary to seek several consultations before you feel comfortable about your choice. 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 "D or DD or DDD cup” etc may mean 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. Again, best not to discuss your goals and/or judge the outcome of the procedure performed based on achieving a specific cup size. The use of computer imaging may be very helpful during the communication process. The use of in bra sizers may also be helpful. In other words, use as many “visual aids” as possible during the communication process. I encourage patients to meet with me as my times as necessary, to feel comfortable that we are both on the “same page”. 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 generally select appropriate breast implant size/profile after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers and viewing the patient's chest in the upright and supine positions. One question that might be helpful for you to consider: would you be more disappointed if you are slightly too big or slightly too small after the breast augmentation procedure? I hope this helps. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.
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March 29, 2019
Answer: 700 cc? Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from one manufacturer to another. Unfortunately, as many women can attest their cup size in an industry leader such as VS is not necessarily transferable to another brand. Another point which is often under appreciated is that of anatomy and starting point. Any implant will add volume to the volume which is already present. The implant is additive. A particular volume will not necessarily confer the same cup size to different patients (often times it will not even confer the same cup size to different breasts in the same individual...remember they are "sisters" not "twins"). A general rule of thumb is that 125cc can represent somewhere between 1/2 to a full cup size increase. Smaller volume differentials (25-50cc) are typically less consequential representing a volume change of less than a shot glass. However, I have found these numbers, at least anecdotally, to be of little help. Patients often present with notions/goals which do not correlate with these sorts of sterile volumetric assessments. When sizing patients, there are a number of useful tools including: -3D imaging (has the added benefit of offering a volumetric analysis of the pre-operative breast) -Breast sizers (rice bags) -Goal photos I also recommend that patients commit to a particular look rather than a cup size. Once a patient settles on a look that pleases them the overall cup size increase becomes less relevant.The key to obtaining a natural result is to stay within the parameters defined by your BWD. 700 cc is a huge implant irrespective of frame. 50 cc is unlikely to make a significant difference in outcome (slightly more than a shot glass). However, it is important to remember that complications rise with volume. The greater the implant volume...the greater the weight...the quicker the sagging. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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March 29, 2019
Answer: 700 cc? Patients often think in terms of cup size when considering augmentation. Unfortunately, devices are sized in terms of milliliters (cc) of volume. This can lead to some confusion when sizing. Additionally, it is important to remember that cup size itself is not standardized with variations from one manufacturer to another. Unfortunately, as many women can attest their cup size in an industry leader such as VS is not necessarily transferable to another brand. Another point which is often under appreciated is that of anatomy and starting point. Any implant will add volume to the volume which is already present. The implant is additive. A particular volume will not necessarily confer the same cup size to different patients (often times it will not even confer the same cup size to different breasts in the same individual...remember they are "sisters" not "twins"). A general rule of thumb is that 125cc can represent somewhere between 1/2 to a full cup size increase. Smaller volume differentials (25-50cc) are typically less consequential representing a volume change of less than a shot glass. However, I have found these numbers, at least anecdotally, to be of little help. Patients often present with notions/goals which do not correlate with these sorts of sterile volumetric assessments. When sizing patients, there are a number of useful tools including: -3D imaging (has the added benefit of offering a volumetric analysis of the pre-operative breast) -Breast sizers (rice bags) -Goal photos I also recommend that patients commit to a particular look rather than a cup size. Once a patient settles on a look that pleases them the overall cup size increase becomes less relevant.The key to obtaining a natural result is to stay within the parameters defined by your BWD. 700 cc is a huge implant irrespective of frame. 50 cc is unlikely to make a significant difference in outcome (slightly more than a shot glass). However, it is important to remember that complications rise with volume. The greater the implant volume...the greater the weight...the quicker the sagging. As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
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March 28, 2019
Answer: Size Your surgeon who has examined and measured you will be the best one to guide you of the range that best fits your frame and tissue. However, 700 cc implants are large and heavy, and may be to heavy on your neck and shoulders over time. Also, large implants do carry the risk of more sagging and higher complications. I would suggest meeting back with your surgeon to discuss size.
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March 28, 2019
Answer: Size Your surgeon who has examined and measured you will be the best one to guide you of the range that best fits your frame and tissue. However, 700 cc implants are large and heavy, and may be to heavy on your neck and shoulders over time. Also, large implants do carry the risk of more sagging and higher complications. I would suggest meeting back with your surgeon to discuss size.
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