I am looking for a subtle enhancement to add fullness and volume. My breast width diameter is 12.5 cm on my left and 12.7 cm on my right. My surgeon recommends the Allergan Inspira 260cc LOW profile implant because the diameter is 12.5cm which is exactly the same width as my breast. I feel more comfortable with the 230cc but the width is 12cm. Should I go with the implant that is the exact same width as my breast diameter or go with something slightly smaller? I don't want to look too big.
October 16, 2013
Answer: Breast implant sizing Breast implant sizing is difficult and always takes the most time.
You should always go with the size that you feel most comfortable with as long as the implant fits you.
In general going smaller is not a problem and practically speaking there is not a significant difference between these two implants.
We use 3D imaging to help with these decisions and find it exceptionally useful.
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October 16, 2013
Answer: Breast implant sizing Breast implant sizing is difficult and always takes the most time.
You should always go with the size that you feel most comfortable with as long as the implant fits you.
In general going smaller is not a problem and practically speaking there is not a significant difference between these two implants.
We use 3D imaging to help with these decisions and find it exceptionally useful.
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August 11, 2015
Answer: Implant sizing is both science and art and should be customized for each patient.
It sounds like you and your surgeon have a good plan. Using dimensional planning is an important approach to narrow down your options to implant sizes that not only will look more natural but will lower your risk of complications. There is no perfect implant size for each patient but rather a general goal and desire. There will be very little visible difference between implants that are within 30 cc of each other. Something that I fine helpful for my patients is to remind them that 1 tablespoon = 15 cc. A less wide implant will slightly reduce the width of your final breast and thereby reduce the implant edge feel and visibility. Both devices will project forward about the same amount. Have these discussions with your surgeon, decide together and agree on the plan. Good Luck.
Dr. Mosher
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August 11, 2015
Answer: Implant sizing is both science and art and should be customized for each patient.
It sounds like you and your surgeon have a good plan. Using dimensional planning is an important approach to narrow down your options to implant sizes that not only will look more natural but will lower your risk of complications. There is no perfect implant size for each patient but rather a general goal and desire. There will be very little visible difference between implants that are within 30 cc of each other. Something that I fine helpful for my patients is to remind them that 1 tablespoon = 15 cc. A less wide implant will slightly reduce the width of your final breast and thereby reduce the implant edge feel and visibility. Both devices will project forward about the same amount. Have these discussions with your surgeon, decide together and agree on the plan. Good Luck.
Dr. Mosher
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