So I went to my consult yesterday and I am going in for BA on Wednesday. I have one chest wall that is indented so the doctor has to compensate for that. My 2 choices are 275cc on left and 335 cc in right which is a more conservative look OR 335cc on left and 400cc on right. I am getting hung up on 400 cc. In your opinion would the bigger size still look natural? I still want to have a lean look and not be top heavy. Is 65cc even a big difference? My chest width would be 11.5 -12.0
Answer: Breast Augmentation - Size Selection Thank you for your question. "Tissue based planning" relies on your chest and breast measurements and is the safest way to ensure good long term results. Your surgeon should determine what size and projection are necessary to give you your desired result based on your body's measurements. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam. Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic breast surgery. Hope this helps and good luck with your surgery.
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Answer: Breast Augmentation - Size Selection Thank you for your question. "Tissue based planning" relies on your chest and breast measurements and is the safest way to ensure good long term results. Your surgeon should determine what size and projection are necessary to give you your desired result based on your body's measurements. The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam. Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic breast surgery. Hope this helps and good luck with your surgery.
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September 12, 2016
Answer: Would 335 or 275 look natural on you? It is very difficult to determine the best lift you will need (recommended based on your photos) or the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 300 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. The same process goes for just filling in the upper part of your breast without becoming much larger. Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon as I will further explain in the link below including silicone vs saline implants
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September 12, 2016
Answer: Would 335 or 275 look natural on you? It is very difficult to determine the best lift you will need (recommended based on your photos) or the exact size and shape implant you will require to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast augmentation surgery including different approaches, techniques and implant choices. This is because several measurements not to mention your breast characteristics are needed to determine the optimal implant size to obtain your goals. Without knowing these dimensions it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the existing base width of your breast will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume per implant profile that you can accommodate. To illustrate; a 100 cc difference may make a significant difference with a narrow base width breast, but much less of a difference if you have a wide chest wall and wide breast “foot print”. Therefore, just because your friend may have a great result with let’s say a 300 cc implant to make her go from a “A” cup to a “C” cup size does not mean that you will have the same result with the same size implant. The same process goes for just filling in the upper part of your breast without becoming much larger. Further simply placing implants in a bra to determine the size best for you is not always accurate as the bra often distorts the size, is dependent on the pressure the bra places plus the implant is outside your breast and not under it among other variables. Computer software morphing programs that automatically determine the best implant size can be helpful in some but not all cases (e.g. doesn’t work well in my experience with existing implants, sagging or asymmetric breasts). Using “want to be” photos however are useful if simply provided to the surgeon as I will further explain in the link below including silicone vs saline implants
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September 12, 2016
Answer: Choose Personally for Your Desired Result Breast Appearance – The final appearance, shape, and movement are not exactly the same as normal breasts. The surgically enlarged breasts do not move in the same way as normal breasts. They tend to be firmer. The contours are usually somewhat different than normal breasts. In some patients these discrepancies may be rather noticeable. Although every effort is made to place the implants symmetrically, complete symmetry is rarely achieved. Immediately after surgery, the breasts are swollen and firmer. The final shape and size is approximated after 2 to 3 months, but up to one year may be required for the end result.You will want to take your questions and desired results to local surgeon for consultation, and make sure you seek out all the information on implant type, size and procedure details to reach your results. Best of luck to you, and be sure not to hold back at all with your questions or concerns.
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September 12, 2016
Answer: Choose Personally for Your Desired Result Breast Appearance – The final appearance, shape, and movement are not exactly the same as normal breasts. The surgically enlarged breasts do not move in the same way as normal breasts. They tend to be firmer. The contours are usually somewhat different than normal breasts. In some patients these discrepancies may be rather noticeable. Although every effort is made to place the implants symmetrically, complete symmetry is rarely achieved. Immediately after surgery, the breasts are swollen and firmer. The final shape and size is approximated after 2 to 3 months, but up to one year may be required for the end result.You will want to take your questions and desired results to local surgeon for consultation, and make sure you seek out all the information on implant type, size and procedure details to reach your results. Best of luck to you, and be sure not to hold back at all with your questions or concerns.
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September 11, 2016
Answer: Breast augmentation candidate, some advices: Thanks for the question. In my practice for cases like yours I prefer to use the Cohesive Gel - Silicón Breast Implants with textured cover ("gummy bear implants") with a volume between 350-400. They are quite safe and aesthetically best as they give a firmer consistency, better projection and natural appearance.Kind regards
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September 11, 2016
Answer: Breast augmentation candidate, some advices: Thanks for the question. In my practice for cases like yours I prefer to use the Cohesive Gel - Silicón Breast Implants with textured cover ("gummy bear implants") with a volume between 350-400. They are quite safe and aesthetically best as they give a firmer consistency, better projection and natural appearance.Kind regards
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September 11, 2016
Answer: Would 335cc or 275cc look natural on me? Is 65cc difference really a lot? Thank you for the question. It's impossible to answer question fully because implant sizing is determined by your goals and breast measurements. A 400 cc implant, with your breast width measurements, would require a high, or extra high, profile implant. This will give a "fake" look. If you desire a "natural" look then you'll have to select a moderate, or moderate-plus, profile implant. It really depends on what your goal look is. I would communicate carefully with your plastic surgeon so that they can advise you.
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September 11, 2016
Answer: Would 335cc or 275cc look natural on me? Is 65cc difference really a lot? Thank you for the question. It's impossible to answer question fully because implant sizing is determined by your goals and breast measurements. A 400 cc implant, with your breast width measurements, would require a high, or extra high, profile implant. This will give a "fake" look. If you desire a "natural" look then you'll have to select a moderate, or moderate-plus, profile implant. It really depends on what your goal look is. I would communicate carefully with your plastic surgeon so that they can advise you.
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