Though I plan to go with my surgeon's suggestions on implants, I am still trying to get as much info before I go in for my consultations at the end of this month and in August (mostly because I'm so excited!). I'm curious as to how to measure my current breast size and chest width. Also, what size is considered a larger chest? I've seen women say they have smaller and larger chests and am curious as to what a more "normal" size is. My guess is that my chest is wider. Thanks so much!
July 21, 2017
Answer: How do I measure my breast size and chest width for a BA surgery? If you have a caliper, that is how we measure breast width...whether current or desired (in the case of a narrow or constricted breast)...and then we subtract the thickness of your breast tissue from the overall measurement to determine what range of implant widths would work in your breast. But there are other factors in determining what implant size will fit...the tightness vs. pliability of skin, tightness of breast tissue, the amount of upper pole fullness (ie: how natural vs. how "obviously implanted" a look a patient desires), etc. I would advise that you find a surgeon who you trust and whose results you like, and who spends a sufficient amount of time discussing the procedure with all options and pros and cons. Spending much time asking for opinions on implant size on forums from surgeons who cannot examine you in person are much less helpful.
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July 21, 2017
Answer: How do I measure my breast size and chest width for a BA surgery? If you have a caliper, that is how we measure breast width...whether current or desired (in the case of a narrow or constricted breast)...and then we subtract the thickness of your breast tissue from the overall measurement to determine what range of implant widths would work in your breast. But there are other factors in determining what implant size will fit...the tightness vs. pliability of skin, tightness of breast tissue, the amount of upper pole fullness (ie: how natural vs. how "obviously implanted" a look a patient desires), etc. I would advise that you find a surgeon who you trust and whose results you like, and who spends a sufficient amount of time discussing the procedure with all options and pros and cons. Spending much time asking for opinions on implant size on forums from surgeons who cannot examine you in person are much less helpful.
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July 21, 2017
Answer: Breast dimensions for breast augmentation Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Congratulations on your decision to have a breast augmentation! Our patients are very happy with this procedure. With regard to generic measurements, less than 11 or 12 is small, and greater than 14 is large. The base width is measured by measuring the medial and lateral borders of the breast, and subtracting the amount of tissue that is contributed by by your skin thickness (usually 1 -2 cm). The size, profile, shape, texture, and type of implant (e.g., saline, silicone gel, “gummy bear”) is based on your desired versus existing breast size and shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. Of course, you will need an in-person consultation to evaluate you for this procedure. Preoperative visualization and surgical simulation with the Crisalix system may help with your decision. I suggest that you find a board-certified plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of patients who have had similar procedures. Good luck!
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July 21, 2017
Answer: Breast dimensions for breast augmentation Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Congratulations on your decision to have a breast augmentation! Our patients are very happy with this procedure. With regard to generic measurements, less than 11 or 12 is small, and greater than 14 is large. The base width is measured by measuring the medial and lateral borders of the breast, and subtracting the amount of tissue that is contributed by by your skin thickness (usually 1 -2 cm). The size, profile, shape, texture, and type of implant (e.g., saline, silicone gel, “gummy bear”) is based on your desired versus existing breast size and shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. Of course, you will need an in-person consultation to evaluate you for this procedure. Preoperative visualization and surgical simulation with the Crisalix system may help with your decision. I suggest that you find a board-certified plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of patients who have had similar procedures. Good luck!
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