I'm 4'11 and fluctuate between 87-92 pounds and scheduled my procedure for May. I'm so excited but wondering if 375 is too big for me? At my appt, my dr said it would be placed under muscle via areola and we agreed it matches my butt. What size would I end up? A C for B? I want a full natural look, not top heavy and super obvious. Can you suggest other sizes that would give me the ideal size?
Answer: Too big Remember that breast implant volumes don't necessarily equal a
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Answer: Focus on your goals and proportions, not cup size. Choosing the implant size that
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February 6, 2016
Answer: Breast Augmentation: Information Dear Ms. Ellexemme,Thank you for your story, photos and questions. Unfortunately without nude photos and a actualexam I am limited (including taking accurate measurements of your chest) And can only give you non specific but hopefully helpful comments. Choosing the correct breast implant is a multifactoral depending on your anatomy, skin strech, desired look and size.Breast size is a very personal choice and using a variety of techniques (some of which you may have completed) you can achieve the size and look you desire.Unfortunately bra manufactures have not standardized cup sizes.Breast implant manufactures have created a wide spectrum of implants based on a "cc" measuring system. Different base widths result in different projections for the same size of cc's. Different shapes are based on the cohesiveness of the internal gel.My responses are:1)sizing:A)purchase several bras (full bodied and no padding) of the size you think you want to be. As you realize there are no standard bra (strap/cup) sizes.B)take a measuring cup (1 oz=30cc) place rice in a nylon yC) try on various volumes of rice with some form fitting clothes.2)placement of implant:Select several nude model photos of the goal breast shape you desire.Placement decision of implant(subpectoral, dual plane, or suprapectoral) will be determined based on your anatomy If the implant is placed under the pectoralis muscle I usually add 10% volume to what the patient chooses.... to compensate for the muscle pressing down on the muscle and for the naturally settleing of the implant which often makes the breast appear smaller 2-3 months after surgery.3)profile of implant:A) for the same volume the higher the profile the narrower the base width.B)there is very little difference in projection between a moderate to high profile implantthus little affect on the perceptible final projection of your breasts.C) the base width of the breast should equal the base width of the implant D)thus I personally chose the profile based on the patients chest measurements, (a high profile on a wide chest may not result in the cleavage desired and conversely a low profile on a narrow chest may result in implant in the outside armarea)4)types of implants:A) roundB) anatomical or shaped be (form stable)5)Filler materialA) Silicone gelB) Normal Saline 6)there are four companies that produce breast implants:-1) Mentor-2) Allergan-3) Sientra-4) Ideal1-2 =silicone fill comes from same factory3 =silicone gel has highest cohesiveness (gummy bear) for round implants1= only implants made in USA 1-2 = make both silicone and normal saline filled implants4= only makes normal saline filled implants4 = has internal baffles in normal saline implant to give feel more like silicone filled implants1-4 = all FDA approved, lifetime warranties3-at present voluntarily suspended distribution 1-3 have capsular contracture warranty 1-3 have different profiles (for same volume different base widths) resulting in different projections.1-3 have anatomical or shaped implants.I personally use all four companies based on the above and the best "fit" for the patient.I trust your Plastic Surgeon is experienced and is Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).My best wishes,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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February 6, 2016
Answer: Breast Augmentation: Information Dear Ms. Ellexemme,Thank you for your story, photos and questions. Unfortunately without nude photos and a actualexam I am limited (including taking accurate measurements of your chest) And can only give you non specific but hopefully helpful comments. Choosing the correct breast implant is a multifactoral depending on your anatomy, skin strech, desired look and size.Breast size is a very personal choice and using a variety of techniques (some of which you may have completed) you can achieve the size and look you desire.Unfortunately bra manufactures have not standardized cup sizes.Breast implant manufactures have created a wide spectrum of implants based on a "cc" measuring system. Different base widths result in different projections for the same size of cc's. Different shapes are based on the cohesiveness of the internal gel.My responses are:1)sizing:A)purchase several bras (full bodied and no padding) of the size you think you want to be. As you realize there are no standard bra (strap/cup) sizes.B)take a measuring cup (1 oz=30cc) place rice in a nylon yC) try on various volumes of rice with some form fitting clothes.2)placement of implant:Select several nude model photos of the goal breast shape you desire.Placement decision of implant(subpectoral, dual plane, or suprapectoral) will be determined based on your anatomy If the implant is placed under the pectoralis muscle I usually add 10% volume to what the patient chooses.... to compensate for the muscle pressing down on the muscle and for the naturally settleing of the implant which often makes the breast appear smaller 2-3 months after surgery.3)profile of implant:A) for the same volume the higher the profile the narrower the base width.B)there is very little difference in projection between a moderate to high profile implantthus little affect on the perceptible final projection of your breasts.C) the base width of the breast should equal the base width of the implant D)thus I personally chose the profile based on the patients chest measurements, (a high profile on a wide chest may not result in the cleavage desired and conversely a low profile on a narrow chest may result in implant in the outside armarea)4)types of implants:A) roundB) anatomical or shaped be (form stable)5)Filler materialA) Silicone gelB) Normal Saline 6)there are four companies that produce breast implants:-1) Mentor-2) Allergan-3) Sientra-4) Ideal1-2 =silicone fill comes from same factory3 =silicone gel has highest cohesiveness (gummy bear) for round implants1= only implants made in USA 1-2 = make both silicone and normal saline filled implants4= only makes normal saline filled implants4 = has internal baffles in normal saline implant to give feel more like silicone filled implants1-4 = all FDA approved, lifetime warranties3-at present voluntarily suspended distribution 1-3 have capsular contracture warranty 1-3 have different profiles (for same volume different base widths) resulting in different projections.1-3 have anatomical or shaped implants.I personally use all four companies based on the above and the best "fit" for the patient.I trust your Plastic Surgeon is experienced and is Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (denoting by membership as having met additional criteria and a focus on Cosmetic Plastic Surgery).My best wishes,R. A. Hardesty, MD, FACSDiplomate and Certified by the Am. Bd. of Plastic Surgerywwwimagineplasticsurgery.com4646 Brockton AveRiverside, Ca 92506(951) 686-7600
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February 5, 2016
Answer: Big CC without an in person evaluation it is ard to tell, although your frame looks really small for the size of implant you are getting. If you want a not so obvious look you might want to go back and talk to your PS about what you are expecting, and remember that measurements are not done in cup sizes. Best of Luck
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February 5, 2016
Answer: Big CC without an in person evaluation it is ard to tell, although your frame looks really small for the size of implant you are getting. If you want a not so obvious look you might want to go back and talk to your PS about what you are expecting, and remember that measurements are not done in cup sizes. Best of Luck
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February 6, 2016
Answer: Sizing Questions Hello,I'm sorry but your line of questions and your plan for surgery indicate you are not getting the best, most up to date information regarding breast augmentation. Although your aesthetic goals (how you look in the mirror with sizers) are important, there are real constraints to your body morphology that need to be respected. You are thin and small breasted, and unless you don't mind complications like severe rippling, double bubble, or malposition, you should head them. There is a fast and accurate system that measures your breast and chest to determine what will actually fit best. This requires an examination, but I fear that 375 cc is way above what your tissues can safely handle without complications. Regarding cup sizes, no one can predict what you will get based on implant size. Biodimensional measurements and sizing in the mirror will give you much better information than cup size.Periareolar incisions are still the most popular here in Southern California, but that is slowly changing. Around the world, the inframammary incision is the most frequently used. It has been known for a few years now that periareolar incision put patients at higher risk for capsular contracture, and unnecessary trauma to the breast tissue and muscle. Unfortunately, there is now a stigma among women like yourself that think periareolar incision are invisible and inframammary incisions are obvious or ugly. Nothing could be more further from the truth, and the opposite is often the case. Most importantly, choosing an inframammary incision means you are choosing to lower your risk of reoperation.I wish you the best of luck!
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February 6, 2016
Answer: Sizing Questions Hello,I'm sorry but your line of questions and your plan for surgery indicate you are not getting the best, most up to date information regarding breast augmentation. Although your aesthetic goals (how you look in the mirror with sizers) are important, there are real constraints to your body morphology that need to be respected. You are thin and small breasted, and unless you don't mind complications like severe rippling, double bubble, or malposition, you should head them. There is a fast and accurate system that measures your breast and chest to determine what will actually fit best. This requires an examination, but I fear that 375 cc is way above what your tissues can safely handle without complications. Regarding cup sizes, no one can predict what you will get based on implant size. Biodimensional measurements and sizing in the mirror will give you much better information than cup size.Periareolar incisions are still the most popular here in Southern California, but that is slowly changing. Around the world, the inframammary incision is the most frequently used. It has been known for a few years now that periareolar incision put patients at higher risk for capsular contracture, and unnecessary trauma to the breast tissue and muscle. Unfortunately, there is now a stigma among women like yourself that think periareolar incision are invisible and inframammary incisions are obvious or ugly. Nothing could be more further from the truth, and the opposite is often the case. Most importantly, choosing an inframammary incision means you are choosing to lower your risk of reoperation.I wish you the best of luck!
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February 5, 2016
Answer: Implant size Choosing the right size implant depends on any number of factors all of which require an in person exam. You seem to have done your due diligence so assuming that you like your surgeon's work, my best advise would be to trust his or her recommendation. My best,
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February 5, 2016
Answer: Implant size Choosing the right size implant depends on any number of factors all of which require an in person exam. You seem to have done your due diligence so assuming that you like your surgeon's work, my best advise would be to trust his or her recommendation. My best,
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