Had consult for BA and after trying on sizers, my Dr recommended 250 cc saline implants w/ dual plane placement. I don't want to be much bigger than what I am now but would like them to appear perkier & fuller on top. Would this size and placement work for me? Dr said I could do a lift bc I have mild ptosis. Do I need a lift? I've never thought my breasts were saggy. I'm scared of going too big but also scared of going too small and then not being able to tell a difference.
April 8, 2018
Answer: Breast Augmentation Hi OliveYou,Yes, the size and placement would work for you. I believe a bit of an internal lift called the dual plane would be a good bet. I would NOT do a breast lift, because we do more breast augmentations than anyone in the area, and I don't see the need. A small implant would still do it all for you, in my opinion, but I would have to examine you to be sure. We would also use the quick recovery approach for you!! Please put an index card in your breast fold. If your nipple is at the edge of the card or below, then you would be a candidate for a lift, either a vertical or anchor or areolar incision. If your nipple is above the edge, you could be a candidate for an internal lift called the dual plane. The video below explains the dual plane internal lift. I also attached an article from a peer-reviewed journal to give you an even better idea. I believe the dual plane and implants alone will do it for you, and that you will not need a lift. Be sure to seek a consultation with a BC PS to be sure. All the best, “Dr. Joe”
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April 8, 2018
Answer: Breast Augmentation Hi OliveYou,Yes, the size and placement would work for you. I believe a bit of an internal lift called the dual plane would be a good bet. I would NOT do a breast lift, because we do more breast augmentations than anyone in the area, and I don't see the need. A small implant would still do it all for you, in my opinion, but I would have to examine you to be sure. We would also use the quick recovery approach for you!! Please put an index card in your breast fold. If your nipple is at the edge of the card or below, then you would be a candidate for a lift, either a vertical or anchor or areolar incision. If your nipple is above the edge, you could be a candidate for an internal lift called the dual plane. The video below explains the dual plane internal lift. I also attached an article from a peer-reviewed journal to give you an even better idea. I believe the dual plane and implants alone will do it for you, and that you will not need a lift. Be sure to seek a consultation with a BC PS to be sure. All the best, “Dr. Joe”
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April 8, 2018
Answer: Breast lift or just implants? Your nipples are well above your breast fold so you do not need a breast lift. I think dual plane placement is an excellent idea. A 250 implant is a very modest size for someone your height. I would try on sizers again to make sure you are happy with the final look. Good luck.
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April 8, 2018
Answer: Breast lift or just implants? Your nipples are well above your breast fold so you do not need a breast lift. I think dual plane placement is an excellent idea. A 250 implant is a very modest size for someone your height. I would try on sizers again to make sure you are happy with the final look. Good luck.
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April 9, 2018
Answer: How to pick the right implant size!! Selecting breast implants can seem like a dizzying array of choices. The good news is based on your overall appearance you'll likely get a good result with most reasonable size choices. I think 250 cc is a fairly conservative augmentation volume. This will give you an improvement in size but I don't know if it will give you as much upper pole volume as you desire on a 5' 7" frame. I would recommend that you put on a tight sports bra and try on several implants to see if they get you to the size and projection that you desire. If you want perfect nipple position you may consider a lift but if you are willing to have improvement, but maybe not all the way to ideal position then you appear in your photos to be fine without a lift. Best of luck on your Journey
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April 9, 2018
Answer: How to pick the right implant size!! Selecting breast implants can seem like a dizzying array of choices. The good news is based on your overall appearance you'll likely get a good result with most reasonable size choices. I think 250 cc is a fairly conservative augmentation volume. This will give you an improvement in size but I don't know if it will give you as much upper pole volume as you desire on a 5' 7" frame. I would recommend that you put on a tight sports bra and try on several implants to see if they get you to the size and projection that you desire. If you want perfect nipple position you may consider a lift but if you are willing to have improvement, but maybe not all the way to ideal position then you appear in your photos to be fine without a lift. Best of luck on your Journey
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