I`m going to get a breast augmentation about two weeks. I can't decide which size i going to get; 360cc or 400cc under muscle high profile. 23 years old, 5 feet and 115 lb, no kids. What should I decide? Help me please! My doctor told me if I could take 20 pushups before the operation I would only take 1 after when I have the implants. Is that true? Any experiences? If I decide to take the implants out when I get older will muscle pectorals get to normal or will it be destroyed forever?
Answer: Implant size Your surgeon should measure under your breasts. This is called the base diameter. This measurement will guide the surgeon as to the appropriate size for your body. Also your personal preference on size should be conveyed to the surgeon so you get the best result. Placing the implants under the muscle should not impair your muscle strength after you are healed. The implant is only partially covered by the pectorus muscle, so it will not harm the muscle if you decide to remove the implants at a later time.
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Answer: Implant size Your surgeon should measure under your breasts. This is called the base diameter. This measurement will guide the surgeon as to the appropriate size for your body. Also your personal preference on size should be conveyed to the surgeon so you get the best result. Placing the implants under the muscle should not impair your muscle strength after you are healed. The implant is only partially covered by the pectorus muscle, so it will not harm the muscle if you decide to remove the implants at a later time.
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March 1, 2016
Answer: Implant size Hi Maria,Thank you for your question. I find that the best way for women who are unsure of which size to select is to actually try on the implants. this will help them to see what the implants actually will look like. Just remember that they look a little smaller once they have been placed under the muscle. You can return to all activities several weeks after the surgery. You should be able to do pushups after the surgery,Best of Luck, Dr Bev
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March 1, 2016
Answer: Implant size Hi Maria,Thank you for your question. I find that the best way for women who are unsure of which size to select is to actually try on the implants. this will help them to see what the implants actually will look like. Just remember that they look a little smaller once they have been placed under the muscle. You can return to all activities several weeks after the surgery. You should be able to do pushups after the surgery,Best of Luck, Dr Bev
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March 1, 2016
Answer: Which size should I get? Will it affect my chest muscles? Thank
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March 1, 2016
Answer: Which size should I get? Will it affect my chest muscles? Thank
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Answer: Should I get 340cc or 400cc under muscle? Thanks for your question. It's imprecise to make a recommendation solely based on two photos so you should be seen in person for greater accuracy. I choose to select the final implant for my patient during the surgery and not before I have had the opportunity to create a space for the implant and determine what volume is closest to ideal for their shape and size goals. As a generalization, I feel that for someone without pregnancies who is 5' tall 115 lbs, a 400 cc implant sounds large to me. IF you don't mind moderate roundness and upper breast fullness I would be thinking in the 320-365 cc range in hopes of maintaining a more natural look.Your breast diameter seems relatively small compared to your chest diameter and your skin may not be easily expandable.Best wishes for a satisfying outcome and result.Jon A Perlman M.D., FACSCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryABC-TV Extreme Makeover Plastic SurgeonBeverly Hills, California
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Answer: Should I get 340cc or 400cc under muscle? Thanks for your question. It's imprecise to make a recommendation solely based on two photos so you should be seen in person for greater accuracy. I choose to select the final implant for my patient during the surgery and not before I have had the opportunity to create a space for the implant and determine what volume is closest to ideal for their shape and size goals. As a generalization, I feel that for someone without pregnancies who is 5' tall 115 lbs, a 400 cc implant sounds large to me. IF you don't mind moderate roundness and upper breast fullness I would be thinking in the 320-365 cc range in hopes of maintaining a more natural look.Your breast diameter seems relatively small compared to your chest diameter and your skin may not be easily expandable.Best wishes for a satisfying outcome and result.Jon A Perlman M.D., FACSCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryABC-TV Extreme Makeover Plastic SurgeonBeverly Hills, California
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March 2, 2016
Answer: Should I get 340cc or 400cc under muscle? + question about pectorals muscle The choice between 360cc and 400cc implants should be decided between you and your plastic surgeon. The difference is a little more than 1 ounce, which is about the size of a shot of alcohol. With regard to placement under the muscle, the way surgeons create a submuscular pocket will vary from patient to patient and surgeon to surgeon. When the muscle is released from the ribs near the inframammary crease, patient can develop significant animation deformities and experience weakness when doing pushups. So if your surgeon says that you will not be able to do as many pushups after surgery, he or she is probably planning to release/cut your muscle to accommodate your breast implants. If you decide to remove the implants later in life, you may still be unable to do pushups well and may have persistent animation deformities. Thank you for sharing your photos and question. Best wishes.Dr. Gregory Park
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March 2, 2016
Answer: Should I get 340cc or 400cc under muscle? + question about pectorals muscle The choice between 360cc and 400cc implants should be decided between you and your plastic surgeon. The difference is a little more than 1 ounce, which is about the size of a shot of alcohol. With regard to placement under the muscle, the way surgeons create a submuscular pocket will vary from patient to patient and surgeon to surgeon. When the muscle is released from the ribs near the inframammary crease, patient can develop significant animation deformities and experience weakness when doing pushups. So if your surgeon says that you will not be able to do as many pushups after surgery, he or she is probably planning to release/cut your muscle to accommodate your breast implants. If you decide to remove the implants later in life, you may still be unable to do pushups well and may have persistent animation deformities. Thank you for sharing your photos and question. Best wishes.Dr. Gregory Park
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