Hi, I am scheduled for a BA on 12/29. I am 5'8-1/2" and weigh 129 lbs. I haven't had my pre op yet but at my consultation my PS suggested 300cc or 325cc smooth round high profile implants (due to my narrow frame) in order to achieve the small C cup I am seeking. I am an avid runner so I don't want to go too big but I'm really seeking to achieve proportion. Will the 325cc end up looking more like the 300cc once it goes under the muscle? I appreciate any input on the sizing for my frame. Thanks!
Answer: CC's for a small C cup... Yes, implants usually look a little smaller when they go under the muscle so it's not a bad idea to add +25 on most patients. I think your plastic surgeon has made some good recommendations and now it's up to you to make a decision. Good communication with your plastic surgeon is the key to achieve the results you want. Warmest regards, Dr. ALDO
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Answer: CC's for a small C cup... Yes, implants usually look a little smaller when they go under the muscle so it's not a bad idea to add +25 on most patients. I think your plastic surgeon has made some good recommendations and now it's up to you to make a decision. Good communication with your plastic surgeon is the key to achieve the results you want. Warmest regards, Dr. ALDO
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December 23, 2016
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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December 23, 2016
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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December 21, 2016
Answer: Implant size Hello, Most of my patients would choose 300-330 cc round implants for a natural look. Bearing in mind that you are very slim, looking for only a small C-cup and are an avid runner, I would think that 250 cc might be best for you. You can do the rice test to find your size. There is a website explaining this. Essentially, you put rice in a stocking and put this in your bra and see how much you need to achieve the looks you want. The weight of the rice gives you an estimate of the implant size.
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December 21, 2016
Answer: Implant size Hello, Most of my patients would choose 300-330 cc round implants for a natural look. Bearing in mind that you are very slim, looking for only a small C-cup and are an avid runner, I would think that 250 cc might be best for you. You can do the rice test to find your size. There is a website explaining this. Essentially, you put rice in a stocking and put this in your bra and see how much you need to achieve the looks you want. The weight of the rice gives you an estimate of the implant size.
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Answer: Choosing breast implant size is difficult It is such an EXCITING moment when the decision to undergo breast implant surgery has been made, but now some difficult decisions must be made. Here are the 4 basic questions that need to be answered: Type of implant (saline vs silicone)Incision choice (inframammary, peri-areolar, axillary, umbilical)Placement of implant; either above or below the muscle.Size of the implantThe most difficult decision is definitely the size selection. A detailed consultation is necessary with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who performs breast enhancement procedures frequently. This consultation will involve a history and physical examination, photographs, computer simulation, detailed measurements, looking at before and after photographs, trying on sizers and visiting with the surgeon and staff members. The final decision and a plan for the procedure will depend on the following: The patient's desires and wish photographsThe surgeon's expertiseThe breast "footprint" or the anatomy of the breastAsymmetryLoose skinScarsCostDown timeImplant warrantyThis is an outpatient procedure with a quick recovery. Either a local with sedation or a general anesthetic is utilized and Board Certified anesthesia personnel should always be present during the procedure. The surgical facility should be nationally accredited and state licensed, anything less is not be acceptable. Your surgeon should be Board Certified by Plastic Surgery, not an eye doctor, dentist, oral surgeon, OB/GYN, or dermatologist. The best possible result can be assured by physicians educated, trained and certified by the most vigorous standards. I have always said if you want 10 different opinions, than ask 10 different plastic surgeons! So, if you consult with more than one surgeon, you will probably get different opinions. There is no one correct answer. I encourage 2nd and even 3rd opinions to find the one surgeon who suits you best, listens to your wants and needs and you feel most comfortable with. Good Luck!
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Answer: Choosing breast implant size is difficult It is such an EXCITING moment when the decision to undergo breast implant surgery has been made, but now some difficult decisions must be made. Here are the 4 basic questions that need to be answered: Type of implant (saline vs silicone)Incision choice (inframammary, peri-areolar, axillary, umbilical)Placement of implant; either above or below the muscle.Size of the implantThe most difficult decision is definitely the size selection. A detailed consultation is necessary with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who performs breast enhancement procedures frequently. This consultation will involve a history and physical examination, photographs, computer simulation, detailed measurements, looking at before and after photographs, trying on sizers and visiting with the surgeon and staff members. The final decision and a plan for the procedure will depend on the following: The patient's desires and wish photographsThe surgeon's expertiseThe breast "footprint" or the anatomy of the breastAsymmetryLoose skinScarsCostDown timeImplant warrantyThis is an outpatient procedure with a quick recovery. Either a local with sedation or a general anesthetic is utilized and Board Certified anesthesia personnel should always be present during the procedure. The surgical facility should be nationally accredited and state licensed, anything less is not be acceptable. Your surgeon should be Board Certified by Plastic Surgery, not an eye doctor, dentist, oral surgeon, OB/GYN, or dermatologist. The best possible result can be assured by physicians educated, trained and certified by the most vigorous standards. I have always said if you want 10 different opinions, than ask 10 different plastic surgeons! So, if you consult with more than one surgeon, you will probably get different opinions. There is no one correct answer. I encourage 2nd and even 3rd opinions to find the one surgeon who suits you best, listens to your wants and needs and you feel most comfortable with. Good Luck!
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