Teardrop or Round? (Photos)

Often times I ask my patients about their goals for breast augmentation.  Some like a real natural look and some like a rounder augmented look. Then I look at their existing breast volume and anatomy.  Then we start looking at possible implant volume or size. Crisalix 3D imaging is really helpful for this since it can give a gal an idea of what she may look like with any style, shape or size of implant. There are even virtual reality goggles that can be worn, so that you can look down and see what you may look like after augmentation. So you can see what you look like with a tear drop or a round implant.Make sure you go to a board certified plastic surgeon with some experience. Each of these implants have little tricks for placement. We also have Breast and Body Events that our local population can attend so that they can gather information and feel the implants. Our next Breast Event is next week and we are warming up the Crisalix so people can see first hand how much fun it is.

'There are currently a wider variety of
types and shapes of silicone implants than existed previously. They vary in:
outer surface texture, dimensions of width and height, projection, silicone gel
densities, as well as volume. The fact that there are more options is
confusing to most patients, but beneficial in helping to achieve an optimal
cosmetic result for each patient's particular anatomy. You will get a variety of answers to your question based on a surgeon' particular preference and experience. The vast majority of implants used in the United States are smooth round implants.

I would suggest that you find a
plastic surgeon 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 at a
consultation with that surgeon  in person.  

 

Robert Singer, MD  FACS

La Jolla, California