Interested in mentor gel implants. Which size would help me achieve a full look? 500-600 CC (photos)

Your breast measurements are the final determination of what size implants you need. It is very similar to fitting a shoe to your foot; the measurements are determined by the anatomic structure. You need to see a surgeon that specializes in this knowledge and type of surgery.

I recommend an in person consultation with a plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and be measured. 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, 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

Augmentation alone will be insufficient. Your breasts are low on the chest wall. You will need a lift. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. Later, fat transfers or small implants can be placed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Dear Desti,
breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Implant selection is best done in person alongside a board certified plastic surgeon. After discussing your goals for surgery your surgeon will take measurements of your breasts and suggest implants that fit the look you are wanting. Many surgeons have sample implants available that you can "try on" to get a feel for how you may look after surgery. I've included a video that I hope you find helpful.

The size is best determined by measurements, but just based on your photo, the 500 to 600 cc implants will be too large and wide and heavy for your frame. During your consultation, you will be measured and examined and your surgeon can help guide you to the maximum size for your body and tissue.

Dear Desti,

The photo that you submitted is not all that helpful to determine a breast implant size for you. Consultation with an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified plastic surgeon can help you with proper measurements, discussion of your goals and options for implant sizing. Some surgeons use 3-D imaging, some use sizing devices and some use more simple methods to help you visualize the effects of different implant sizes on your physique. Good luck!

Best to virtual consult with or in person consults. I agree 500-700 cc Mentor gels. Two types available: Memory gels or Boost gels. Fees $6,000 vs $8,000. During surgery I use sizers in sitting position to see best size then place the gels.