Body background: 5"0, weight 112lbs, and wear size 32A. I want my breasts to look natural, be proportioned with my body, and not having it sit low or wide apart. I am trying to get a read on what brand, size, shape, profile, and incision location since I do get keloids. I did some research and am leaning towards getting silicon implants. Also, would like to know if I can get keloids removed, if so I would like to do that as well. You can see one keloid on my chest area. Thanks in advance!
Answer: Breast implants for petite woman Having your implants look natural and proportionate to your frame are excellent goals to shoot for. Your board certified plastic surgeon can help you choose the size that is right for you with different methods of sizing available. It has to be done in person though since a good physical examination of your tissue qualities with measurements of your breasts is imperative. There are currently 3 FDA approved breast brands in the US and they are very similar in quality, durability, styles available and durability. The biggest difference between the 3 brands is the type of "gummy bear" silicone implant they offer. This is the newer highly cohesive, form stable, anatomically shaped silicone gel implants. I believe this is the best type of implant currently available due to its natural look and feel (with less rippling and more natural and predictable shape) and less rate of rupture, capsular contracture, gel migration and tendency to maintain its shape better over time compared to the saline- filled implants and the classic silicone gel implants. These implants are tear drop/ anatomically shaped. The other styles of implants most commonly used are round and smooth. All these different types of implants come in different profiles (low, mid- range and high profile usually). The lower profile implants will give you a more natural look while the higher profile implants can give you more cleavage, upper pole fullness, roundness and lift. The higher profile styles are also more commonly used in petite narrow chested patients who want more significant volume increase as the larger the implant chosen, the larger the diameter of the implant which could end up in your armpit and give you too much side boob if your implants are too wide. An experienced and skilled board certified plastic surgeon can help you choose the size and style to help you achieve your goals. The most commonly used incision location for placement of silicone gel breast implants is the inframammary fold. It has the least risk for capsular contracture, which is one of the most common indications for revision surgery in the future and can be used for future revision surgeries, saving you the need for a second scar. The most common tissue plane implant placement is the subpectoral approach which looks the most natural, has the lowest rate of capsular contracture and rippling, stays out of the way of mammograms more and maintains it's shape better over time than subglandular or subfascial (which is basically subglandular and still has a high rate of capsular contracture).Judging from the pics you submitted, you should have a very nice and natural result. You do have more of a gap between your breasts than the average patient and that can only be improved a little. It's just a limitation of breast implants and everyone's anatomy is different so we cannot make everyone look like the model in the picture. Then, there is also the lipoaugmentation option, but that should be saved for another topic of discussion.... Best wishes.
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Answer: Breast implants for petite woman Having your implants look natural and proportionate to your frame are excellent goals to shoot for. Your board certified plastic surgeon can help you choose the size that is right for you with different methods of sizing available. It has to be done in person though since a good physical examination of your tissue qualities with measurements of your breasts is imperative. There are currently 3 FDA approved breast brands in the US and they are very similar in quality, durability, styles available and durability. The biggest difference between the 3 brands is the type of "gummy bear" silicone implant they offer. This is the newer highly cohesive, form stable, anatomically shaped silicone gel implants. I believe this is the best type of implant currently available due to its natural look and feel (with less rippling and more natural and predictable shape) and less rate of rupture, capsular contracture, gel migration and tendency to maintain its shape better over time compared to the saline- filled implants and the classic silicone gel implants. These implants are tear drop/ anatomically shaped. The other styles of implants most commonly used are round and smooth. All these different types of implants come in different profiles (low, mid- range and high profile usually). The lower profile implants will give you a more natural look while the higher profile implants can give you more cleavage, upper pole fullness, roundness and lift. The higher profile styles are also more commonly used in petite narrow chested patients who want more significant volume increase as the larger the implant chosen, the larger the diameter of the implant which could end up in your armpit and give you too much side boob if your implants are too wide. An experienced and skilled board certified plastic surgeon can help you choose the size and style to help you achieve your goals. The most commonly used incision location for placement of silicone gel breast implants is the inframammary fold. It has the least risk for capsular contracture, which is one of the most common indications for revision surgery in the future and can be used for future revision surgeries, saving you the need for a second scar. The most common tissue plane implant placement is the subpectoral approach which looks the most natural, has the lowest rate of capsular contracture and rippling, stays out of the way of mammograms more and maintains it's shape better over time than subglandular or subfascial (which is basically subglandular and still has a high rate of capsular contracture).Judging from the pics you submitted, you should have a very nice and natural result. You do have more of a gap between your breasts than the average patient and that can only be improved a little. It's just a limitation of breast implants and everyone's anatomy is different so we cannot make everyone look like the model in the picture. Then, there is also the lipoaugmentation option, but that should be saved for another topic of discussion.... Best wishes.
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Answer: Implants Good morning!Looking at your photos you appear to be a great candidate for augmentation surgery- I am sure you will do well. As far as size/shape/profile questions- these are things that only a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon can answer- he/she are the only ones with the experience to be able to match the implant you need with your body type.I hope this helps
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Answer: Implants Good morning!Looking at your photos you appear to be a great candidate for augmentation surgery- I am sure you will do well. As far as size/shape/profile questions- these are things that only a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon can answer- he/she are the only ones with the experience to be able to match the implant you need with your body type.I hope this helps
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March 6, 2016
Answer: Breast Augmentation in a Petite Woman It is very possible to achieve a natural result with a petite frame. The implants you choose will directly influence the outcome that you get. Your plastic surgeon can show you different implants that fit within the dimensions of your breasts, and give you an idea of how they will look after surgery. Keloids can be treated with different modalities, and certainly can be addressed at the time of your breast surgery. Best of luck!
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March 6, 2016
Answer: Breast Augmentation in a Petite Woman It is very possible to achieve a natural result with a petite frame. The implants you choose will directly influence the outcome that you get. Your plastic surgeon can show you different implants that fit within the dimensions of your breasts, and give you an idea of how they will look after surgery. Keloids can be treated with different modalities, and certainly can be addressed at the time of your breast surgery. Best of luck!
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March 6, 2016
Answer: Breast Implants for Petite Woman Thanks for your question and pictures. It appears that you would be an excellent candidate for a breast augmentation and should get a very nice result. Shape, size, and profile of implants will all be determined at the time of consultation based on chest measurements done by a board certified plastic surgeon. Silicone implants are great devices and are an excellent choice for your augmentation. Inframammary incisions (fold under breasts) typically heal well but even if they do thicken, they will be well hidden. Keloid scars can be treated with steroid injections. The central portion of the chest is a common area for people to form keloids, even if they don't form poor scars elsewhere. Good luck!
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March 6, 2016
Answer: Breast Implants for Petite Woman Thanks for your question and pictures. It appears that you would be an excellent candidate for a breast augmentation and should get a very nice result. Shape, size, and profile of implants will all be determined at the time of consultation based on chest measurements done by a board certified plastic surgeon. Silicone implants are great devices and are an excellent choice for your augmentation. Inframammary incisions (fold under breasts) typically heal well but even if they do thicken, they will be well hidden. Keloid scars can be treated with steroid injections. The central portion of the chest is a common area for people to form keloids, even if they don't form poor scars elsewhere. Good luck!
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March 6, 2016
Answer: Best implant? For natural appearing breasts, I prefer to use silicone implants of a moderate plus profile placed in the dual plane (submuscular) position. Higher profiles tend to give you a more rounded, shelf appearance. It's hard to determine your best size without specific breast measurements and an in person exam. Remember to choose a board certified plastic surgeon who actually takes the time to measure you and examine your breast pocket. The goal of breast augmentation is to optimally fill your breast pocket, not to overstuff or understuff it. At my practice, we utilize a series of 5 breast measurements that help me determine the implant size, which in turn helps me deliver a 24 hour recovery. Do your research and choose a surgeon who takes the time to sit down with you and discuss your goals/expectations to determine the best size for you. Remember that sizers will only give you a rough estimate. Also, keloids can be excised but often return so best to use steroid injections to flatten them. I use an incision in the breast fold so it isn't very noticeable even if it does become a bit thicker. Good luck!
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March 6, 2016
Answer: Best implant? For natural appearing breasts, I prefer to use silicone implants of a moderate plus profile placed in the dual plane (submuscular) position. Higher profiles tend to give you a more rounded, shelf appearance. It's hard to determine your best size without specific breast measurements and an in person exam. Remember to choose a board certified plastic surgeon who actually takes the time to measure you and examine your breast pocket. The goal of breast augmentation is to optimally fill your breast pocket, not to overstuff or understuff it. At my practice, we utilize a series of 5 breast measurements that help me determine the implant size, which in turn helps me deliver a 24 hour recovery. Do your research and choose a surgeon who takes the time to sit down with you and discuss your goals/expectations to determine the best size for you. Remember that sizers will only give you a rough estimate. Also, keloids can be excised but often return so best to use steroid injections to flatten them. I use an incision in the breast fold so it isn't very noticeable even if it does become a bit thicker. Good luck!
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