Hi, I just got my breast procedure done like 5 days ago. I'm 5’1, weigh 121lbs, I ended up with 300cc gel silicone, moderate profile. I also have little breast tissue before. Is that size fit me or too small. Thank u.
May 27, 2019
Answer: Selecting size To answer your question about size and how many cc’s you should get based on the size you want to achieve, first you need to take into account what's known as your base width diameter. Imagine lying on your back and drawing a circle around your breast. If you were to draw a line across that circle, it will be a given length. Your plastic surgeon will measure this length, which is called ‘’base width diameter’’ or BWD for short. For women, the base width diameter can go from 9.5 cm to 16.5 cm, or 3.75 to 6.5 inches. As you can see, there is a very wide range. For example, a 300 cc implant on a woman with a BWD of 10 cm is very different than 300 cc for a woman with a BWD of 15 cm. On one it may be enough volume, and for the other it may be much less than the desired result. As far as the placement of the implants, placing them under your muscles - this is still the most popular technique for a variety of reasons, one of the biggest advantages is that it prevents rippling and it also hides the implant better. It is probably still recommended to replace the implants under the muscle, but a discussion of your goals during the consultation will help determine the final position. Regarding sagging, whether you have implants or not, aging, pregnancy and breastfeeding will do things to your body. When you’re pregnant, your body releases more hormones. You’ll gain weight. Your skin will be stretched by the pregnancy weight and lose some elasticity. And after childbirth and breastfeeding, your breast will deflate and your skin will be looser. I hope that answers your question on size. It’s great that you’re doing this research. I always say that the best patients are informed patients. Thank you for reading and best of luck on your journey!
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May 27, 2019
Answer: Selecting size To answer your question about size and how many cc’s you should get based on the size you want to achieve, first you need to take into account what's known as your base width diameter. Imagine lying on your back and drawing a circle around your breast. If you were to draw a line across that circle, it will be a given length. Your plastic surgeon will measure this length, which is called ‘’base width diameter’’ or BWD for short. For women, the base width diameter can go from 9.5 cm to 16.5 cm, or 3.75 to 6.5 inches. As you can see, there is a very wide range. For example, a 300 cc implant on a woman with a BWD of 10 cm is very different than 300 cc for a woman with a BWD of 15 cm. On one it may be enough volume, and for the other it may be much less than the desired result. As far as the placement of the implants, placing them under your muscles - this is still the most popular technique for a variety of reasons, one of the biggest advantages is that it prevents rippling and it also hides the implant better. It is probably still recommended to replace the implants under the muscle, but a discussion of your goals during the consultation will help determine the final position. Regarding sagging, whether you have implants or not, aging, pregnancy and breastfeeding will do things to your body. When you’re pregnant, your body releases more hormones. You’ll gain weight. Your skin will be stretched by the pregnancy weight and lose some elasticity. And after childbirth and breastfeeding, your breast will deflate and your skin will be looser. I hope that answers your question on size. It’s great that you’re doing this research. I always say that the best patients are informed patients. Thank you for reading and best of luck on your journey!
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May 23, 2019
Answer: Implant size The best advice would come from your plastic surgeon that examined you. Typically, breast measurements are taken and most surgeons will recommend a range in volume (cc's) that would look natural for you if that is the "look" you are going for. In my practice, I let patients try on sample implant to see what kind of implants looks best with their shape and size. I rarely go by cup size. If you are concerned, talk to you plastic surgeon and make another appointment.
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May 23, 2019
Answer: Implant size The best advice would come from your plastic surgeon that examined you. Typically, breast measurements are taken and most surgeons will recommend a range in volume (cc's) that would look natural for you if that is the "look" you are going for. In my practice, I let patients try on sample implant to see what kind of implants looks best with their shape and size. I rarely go by cup size. If you are concerned, talk to you plastic surgeon and make another appointment.
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