I have opted to have a BA; however, I am having trouble determining the size I want. I was told my chest wall measures 12.5cm and have been suggested either 275cc (classic) or 325cc (M+) to achieve more volume to maintain a natural appearance. I do understand the differences between the types, but is it possible I could still achieve a natural appearance by increasing the implants to 320cc (13cm)? Am I risking having too wide of a breast, too large of an implant, too much side boob?
May 2, 2022
Answer: I want to achieve a natural appearance, should I even be considering 320cc Mentor Classic? Hello, Thank you for the question and photos. Implant size discussion and implant selection is one of the most important steps during your consultation with plastic surgeon. The decision-making process depends on patient’s desires, as well as breast and soft tissue dimensions of the chest wall. I also utilize Vectra 3D planning to further help with implant selection. Based on your photos, 325cc size implant should still give you a natural-appearing result, that would be somewhat fuller than 275cc implant size. Best wishes and good luck with your upcoming surgery. Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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May 2, 2022
Answer: I want to achieve a natural appearance, should I even be considering 320cc Mentor Classic? Hello, Thank you for the question and photos. Implant size discussion and implant selection is one of the most important steps during your consultation with plastic surgeon. The decision-making process depends on patient’s desires, as well as breast and soft tissue dimensions of the chest wall. I also utilize Vectra 3D planning to further help with implant selection. Based on your photos, 325cc size implant should still give you a natural-appearing result, that would be somewhat fuller than 275cc implant size. Best wishes and good luck with your upcoming surgery. Dr. Irena KaranetzBreast Fellowship-TrainedBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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April 30, 2022
Answer: Natural appearance probable regardless of the size chosen After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants, if interested, and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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April 30, 2022
Answer: Natural appearance probable regardless of the size chosen After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants, if interested, and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA
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