I am 46 years old . 5'3" 126 lbs . I am getting implants with no lift because my doctor says my nipples do not point down. Also I'm getting a tummy tuck . My breasts were a DD growing up after nursing and weight fluctuation I have 100 mL breast tissue and lots of sagging skin . Dr said I need a large implant to fill in the skin but I don't want to look too big and fake . I want lift and fullness
Answer: Implant type Given your description, I think either one is too large. If you already have some sagging, large implants will make that worse over time. I don't think mod plus or high profile makes much difference, but I wouldn't go that large.
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Answer: Implant type Given your description, I think either one is too large. If you already have some sagging, large implants will make that worse over time. I don't think mod plus or high profile makes much difference, but I wouldn't go that large.
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March 13, 2016
Answer: You Need to Continue Interviewing Doctors Hello,Your doctor is possibly planning on giving you exactly what you don't want with those very large implants. You may look big, fake, and not normal. Although you do not provide photos, your description seems to indicate you need a lift. Any time a surgeon says you need a very large implant to 'fill out sagging skin', then you probably need a lift. Breast implants, no matter how big or high profile DO NOT LIFT.Please visit a few surgeons who are expert in all aspects of cosmetic breast surgery, including lifts, reductions, and revisions, not just implants. ABPS certified and ASAPS members are also important criteria. Best of luck!
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March 13, 2016
Answer: You Need to Continue Interviewing Doctors Hello,Your doctor is possibly planning on giving you exactly what you don't want with those very large implants. You may look big, fake, and not normal. Although you do not provide photos, your description seems to indicate you need a lift. Any time a surgeon says you need a very large implant to 'fill out sagging skin', then you probably need a lift. Breast implants, no matter how big or high profile DO NOT LIFT.Please visit a few surgeons who are expert in all aspects of cosmetic breast surgery, including lifts, reductions, and revisions, not just implants. ABPS certified and ASAPS members are also important criteria. Best of luck!
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Figuring out the best implant shape and size I suggest you clear up some issues to get the clear picture so your choice is well informed. First of all, you need to know your priority. Is it volume or a natural look? If it's volume then if the 550 CC implant can't fit into the diameter of the breast width then a high profile may be ideal. But with all that volume you may end up looking like you have a ball below your skin. If you lower the volume then you can pick a shape that's a bit more natural that fills your breast width.
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Figuring out the best implant shape and size I suggest you clear up some issues to get the clear picture so your choice is well informed. First of all, you need to know your priority. Is it volume or a natural look? If it's volume then if the 550 CC implant can't fit into the diameter of the breast width then a high profile may be ideal. But with all that volume you may end up looking like you have a ball below your skin. If you lower the volume then you can pick a shape that's a bit more natural that fills your breast width.
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Best Breast Implant Size? (no photos) My suggestion would be to return to your surgeon and sort this (important) matter out BEFORE your procedure.An online question without sufficient information about you, no physical examination, no photos, and only a cursory understanding of your preferences (" I don't want to look too big and fake . I want lift and fullness"), diminishes the value of any specific advice offered here.
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Best Breast Implant Size? (no photos) My suggestion would be to return to your surgeon and sort this (important) matter out BEFORE your procedure.An online question without sufficient information about you, no physical examination, no photos, and only a cursory understanding of your preferences (" I don't want to look too big and fake . I want lift and fullness"), diminishes the value of any specific advice offered here.
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Decide between high profile implants and moderate plus 550 cc The best cosmetic result in any particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: Your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just about the number of cc’s.or implant shape. The thickness of your tissue, breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon choose the optimal implant. There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra industry. The cups of a 32 DD and a 38 DD are significantly different. Cup size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any particular manufacturer. There is also no direct correlation between an implant size or shape and resultant cup size. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest that your plastic surgeon be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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March 12, 2016
Answer: Decide between high profile implants and moderate plus 550 cc The best cosmetic result in any particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: Your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just about the number of cc’s.or implant shape. The thickness of your tissue, breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon choose the optimal implant. There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra industry. The cups of a 32 DD and a 38 DD are significantly different. Cup size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any particular manufacturer. There is also no direct correlation between an implant size or shape and resultant cup size. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest that your plastic surgeon be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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