What is the difference between the new Mentor XTRA smooth moderate plus profile silicone implant and the MPP?

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What is the new mentor xtra smooth moderate plus profile silicone implant ? Is it to provide a little more projection than the MPP and a little less than the HP? I am getting a re-aug soon and going from MPP to xtra MPP. Will this provide me with the fullness at the top of my breast that I am looking for after having 3 children? Any info is much appreciated!

David Bogue, MD · Answer

The Mentor Moderate Profile Plus Xtra implant is a step up between the Moderate Profile Plus and the High Profile implant. The silicone gel is the same Memory Gel used in all round Mentor implants, however the shell is slightly overfilled to limit rippling. This is a great implant for thinner patients or those looking for a bit more fullness without the round look of a high profile implant. The feel of the implant is similar to a MP+ or HP. This is in contrast to the Natrelle Inspira Cohesive which use the form-stable type gel. The Natrelle do have less rippling, but there is a stiffer feel to the implant.

Lawrence N. Gray, MD (retired) · Answer

You are correct. The Mentor XTRA Smooth  provides slightly more projection than a moderate plus profile and slightly less than a high profile implant. It is also slightly firmer than the other two. I use it when patients want slightly more projection than a moderate plus profile. It sounds like you are making a good choice.

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

The new Mentor Xtra breast implant has a higher profile than the Moderate profile plus.  This produces more forward projection of the breast.  It can be helpful to provide more fullness above the nipple areola and can be helpful in patients who have early ptosis or sagging.

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