Should I go with 350cc or 400cc saline implants?
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Implant sizing is determined by the look you are going for combined with your anatomy. The difference between 350cc and 400cc is just over 3 tablespoons of fluid. Not very much if you are already a C cup. This is probably not going to be an issue regardless as your surgeon will likely overfill you saline implants to reduce rippling. The best way to identify which size will work for you is to use a sizing system in the office. If you are concerned, a follow up appointment with your surgeon is recommended. Better to be on the same page than regretting your decision afterwards!
Web reference: http://www.drbogue.com/breast/breast-augmentation
Implant sizing is determined by the look you are going for combined with your anatomy. The difference between 350cc and 400cc is just over 3 tablespoons of fluid. Not very much if you are already a C cup. This is probably not going to be an issue regardless as your surgeon will likely overfill you saline implants to reduce rippling. The best way to identify which size will work for you is to use a sizing system in the office. If you are concerned, a follow up appointment with your surgeon is recommended. Better to be on the same page than regretting your decision afterwards!
Learn more: http://www.drbogue.com/breast/breast-augmentation
Thank you for your question. My patients find it helpful to try on the implant sizers in the office with a form fitting T-Shirt in order to get an idea of how they will look. Typically, when placed under the muscle, breast implants can appear a bit smaller after you have healed. It may be useful to keep this in mind when you are deciding.
All the best
Web reference: https://edelsteincosmetic.com/learning-centre/breast-augmentation/
Thank you for your question. My patients find it helpful to try on the implant sizers in the office with a form fitting T-Shirt in order to get an idea of how they will look. Typically, when placed under the muscle, breast implants can appear a bit smaller after you have healed. It may be useful to keep this in mind when you are deciding.
All the best
Learn more: https://edelsteincosmetic.com/learning-centre/breast-augmentation/
Thanks for the question.
I recommend you to send your photos to us to give you the advices you need and want.
Kind regards
Thanks for the question.
I recommend you to send your photos to us to give you the advices you need and want.
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Thank you for your question. First of all, why are you going with saline. That size of implant may result in rippling and the weight will cause droopiness sooner than a silicone implant. Second, the difference between 350 and 400 cc is just over an ounce and this will be a minimal size difference compared to your existing C. Finally, adding 350-400 cc to a C breast will make you likely a DD+. Is this your size goal? That said, try to use silicone gel if you can. The results will be that much better.
Thank you for your question. First of all, why are you going with saline. That size of implant may result in rippling and the weight will cause droopiness sooner than a silicone implant. Second, the difference between 350 and 400 cc is just over an ounce and this will be a minimal size difference compared to your existing C. Finally, adding 350-400 cc to a C breast will make you likely a DD+. Is this your size goal? That said, try to use silicone gel if you can. The results will be that much better.
Without all views of photos and the benefit of physical exam- it's difficult to answer your question accurately. It is best to go through a thorough sizing process after your measurements are taken. Make sure that you thoroughly discuss everything with your chosen Surgeon
Without all views of photos and the benefit of physical exam- it's difficult to answer your question accurately. It is best to go through a thorough sizing process after your measurements are taken. Make sure that you thoroughly discuss everything with your chosen Surgeon
Thank you for the question. Online consultants will not be able to provide you with specific enough advice to be truly helpful. Ultimately, careful communication of your goals (in my practice I prefer the use of goal pictures, direct examination/communication in front of a full-length mirror, and computer imaging) will be critical.
***Given your concerns, I would suggest that you schedule additional time to spend with your plastic surgeon communicating your goals, preferably prior to the date of surgery.
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.
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. For example, I have found that the use of words such as “top heavy” or "C or D cup” to "too big or too small" 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. Again, the use of computer imaging has been very helpful during the communication process, in our practice.
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, after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers.
I hope this (and the attached link, dedicated to breast augmentation surgery concerns) helps. Best wishes.
Web reference: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_breastAugmentation.htm
Thank you for the question. Online consultants will not be able to provide you with specific enough advice to be truly helpful. Ultimately, careful communication of your goals (in my practice I prefer the use of goal pictures, direct examination/communication in front of a full-length mirror, and computer imaging) will be critical.
***Given your concerns, I would suggest that you schedule additional time to spend with your plastic surgeon communicating your goals, preferably prior to the date of surgery.
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.
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. For example, I have found that the use of words such as “top heavy” or "C or D cup” to "too big or too small" 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. Again, the use of computer imaging has been very helpful during the communication process, in our practice.
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, after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers.
I hope this (and the attached link, dedicated to breast augmentation surgery concerns) helps. Best wishes.
Learn more: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_breastAugmentation.htm
Web reference: http://beverlyhillsbreastandbodyinstitute.com
Learn more: http://beverlyhillsbreastandbodyinstitute.com
The difference between 350 mL and 400 mL while not negligible, is quite small. Think of that volume as a little less than two little medicine cups of NyQuil. The most common reason women come back for a repeat breast augmentation is to get a bigger size. You should be able to try different breast implant sizes in your plastic surgeon's office. In the end, you may want to split the difference at 375 mL or just go with the bigger size to avoid regretting going too small. Anecdotally speaking, more patients have regretted going too small than too big! Best of luck!
The difference between 350 mL and 400 mL while not negligible, is quite small. Think of that volume as a little less than two little medicine cups of NyQuil. The most common reason women come back for a repeat breast augmentation is to get a bigger size. You should be able to try different breast implant sizes in your plastic surgeon's office. In the end, you may want to split the difference at 375 mL or just go with the bigger size to avoid regretting going too small. Anecdotally speaking, more patients have regretted going too small than too big! Best of luck!
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
Web reference: http://www.rottmanplasticsurgery.com/breast-augmentation-baltimore/
Learn more: http://www.rottmanplasticsurgery.com/breast-augmentation-baltimore/
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