I have a C cup but would like D or DD... is 350 teardrop implant good for me? I would like them as sexy nature as possible. For some reason this thing isn't uploading my pics. :(
Answer: C to D or DD: 350cc teardrop implants vs. Round? Hi. It is unfortunate that you were not able to upload your pictures. One C cup can be as different as night and day. I have plenty of patients who have C cups but when evaluated the only surgical procedure they need is simple breast augmentation. These patients usually lack fullness in the upper pole and have had kids.Yet, I have other C cup patients that will require some form of breast lift with the insertion of breast implants. I personally do not use a tear drop shaped implant for cosmetic breast augmentations. I strongly feel that breasts that are "tear drop" following a breast augmentation are more the result of careful pocket dissection, surgical technique and expertise rather than the implant shape itself. I encourage you to visit the Realself photos and judge for yourself. A tear drop shaped implant may become displaced and the shape would be affected.As far as the size, its impossible to tell without the benefit of pictures. Better yet is a personal exam. The exam can tell us much more regarding the quality of skin, body frame and elasticity. Measurements can also be taken at the time. There is a program called TouchMD with which we have the ability to take photos of your breasts, load them up unto a touch screen show you exactly why the surgical recommendations are being made. It is a very comprehensive and educational tool as oppose to those imaging programs that cannot accurately reflect before and after results.Always seek the advice of a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with years of experience in cosmetic breast surgery. Good luck
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Answer: C to D or DD: 350cc teardrop implants vs. Round? Hi. It is unfortunate that you were not able to upload your pictures. One C cup can be as different as night and day. I have plenty of patients who have C cups but when evaluated the only surgical procedure they need is simple breast augmentation. These patients usually lack fullness in the upper pole and have had kids.Yet, I have other C cup patients that will require some form of breast lift with the insertion of breast implants. I personally do not use a tear drop shaped implant for cosmetic breast augmentations. I strongly feel that breasts that are "tear drop" following a breast augmentation are more the result of careful pocket dissection, surgical technique and expertise rather than the implant shape itself. I encourage you to visit the Realself photos and judge for yourself. A tear drop shaped implant may become displaced and the shape would be affected.As far as the size, its impossible to tell without the benefit of pictures. Better yet is a personal exam. The exam can tell us much more regarding the quality of skin, body frame and elasticity. Measurements can also be taken at the time. There is a program called TouchMD with which we have the ability to take photos of your breasts, load them up unto a touch screen show you exactly why the surgical recommendations are being made. It is a very comprehensive and educational tool as oppose to those imaging programs that cannot accurately reflect before and after results.Always seek the advice of a surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with years of experience in cosmetic breast surgery. Good luck
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June 20, 2018
Answer: Implant volume and cup size Unfortunately, you have not told us your bra
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June 20, 2018
Answer: Implant volume and cup size Unfortunately, you have not told us your bra
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May 8, 2014
Answer: Implant size and shape? The best cosmetic result in any particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just about the number of cc’s. The thickness of your tissue, breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon choose the optimal implant.There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra industry. The cups of a 32 D and a 38 D are significantly different. Cup size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any particular manufacturer. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without seeing photos and without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACSLa Jolla, California
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May 8, 2014
Answer: Implant size and shape? The best cosmetic result in any particular breast augmentation patient depends on a variety of factors, including: your individual anatomy, realistic expectations, a thorough discussion with the plastic surgeon about the options, and an understanding of the pros and cons of any particular implant choice. Proper sizing is not just about the number of cc’s. The thickness of your tissue, breast dimensions which include the width, height, and projection, as well as chest wall width all need to be considered when choosing an implant. Trying on implant “sizers” of various shapes and volumes while wearing a tight t-shirt, bra, or bathing sit at a preoperative visit will help you and your surgeon choose the optimal implant.There are no manufacturers' standards for cup sizing in the bra industry. The cups of a 32 D and a 38 D are significantly different. Cup size varies from manufacturer to manufacturer and even within styles from any particular manufacturer. Keep in mind that following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do without seeing photos and without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of each operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACSLa Jolla, California
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May 10, 2014
Answer: Anatomically Shaped Teardrop Implants And Superior Pole Fullness Are Very Misunderstood in The World of Breast Augmentation Many patients and doctors think that the way to get superior pole fullness is to place a high profile round implant. The reality is that high profile round implants NEVER produce superior pole fullness. A better way to understand high profile implants is to realize this means the implant takes up a very short and narrow area in favor of sticking outward more. THerefore there simply cannot be volume in the suerior pole and the inferior pole nor can the full width of most women's breasts be occupied with high profile implants. These implants are preferred in dual-plane augmentation because of the thought that they will counter some of the unnatural flattening forces of the pectoralis major muscle. In reality the muscle always wins and working on the extended lever arm provided by the high profile implant, the muscle pushes the implant to the "down and out" position off of the natural breast footprint.I use exclusively anatomically shaped implants because they actually allow ENHANCED SUPERIOR POLE FULLNESS. That is they are taller than any other implant (if proper shape is selected) and give me the amount of width that I need to create a natural appearing breast form. THis however does not work out with dual-plane or subpectoral techniques because the muscle limits the space the implant can occupy, spreading them apart and requiring more narrow implants (ie high profile). In my practice I use exclusively subfascial placement for these reasons. Subfascial placement offers long term contouring support that allows a natural and beautiful shape. I use a fascia preserving technique called Cold-Subfascial AugmentationR and I simply do not offer other techniques because I do not believe that it is reasonable to intentionally create and "augmented" appearance. I hope this helps!All the best,Rian A. Maercks M.D.
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May 10, 2014
Answer: Anatomically Shaped Teardrop Implants And Superior Pole Fullness Are Very Misunderstood in The World of Breast Augmentation Many patients and doctors think that the way to get superior pole fullness is to place a high profile round implant. The reality is that high profile round implants NEVER produce superior pole fullness. A better way to understand high profile implants is to realize this means the implant takes up a very short and narrow area in favor of sticking outward more. THerefore there simply cannot be volume in the suerior pole and the inferior pole nor can the full width of most women's breasts be occupied with high profile implants. These implants are preferred in dual-plane augmentation because of the thought that they will counter some of the unnatural flattening forces of the pectoralis major muscle. In reality the muscle always wins and working on the extended lever arm provided by the high profile implant, the muscle pushes the implant to the "down and out" position off of the natural breast footprint.I use exclusively anatomically shaped implants because they actually allow ENHANCED SUPERIOR POLE FULLNESS. That is they are taller than any other implant (if proper shape is selected) and give me the amount of width that I need to create a natural appearing breast form. THis however does not work out with dual-plane or subpectoral techniques because the muscle limits the space the implant can occupy, spreading them apart and requiring more narrow implants (ie high profile). In my practice I use exclusively subfascial placement for these reasons. Subfascial placement offers long term contouring support that allows a natural and beautiful shape. I use a fascia preserving technique called Cold-Subfascial AugmentationR and I simply do not offer other techniques because I do not believe that it is reasonable to intentionally create and "augmented" appearance. I hope this helps!All the best,Rian A. Maercks M.D.
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Answer: 350 cc round or teardrop implants for a D cup Thank you for your question. In my experienced most patients choose round breast implants for a more natural shape. Teardrop breast implants can look very nice but are more difficult to place surgically.For more information on choosing breast implant cc for cup size please read the following link:
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Answer: 350 cc round or teardrop implants for a D cup Thank you for your question. In my experienced most patients choose round breast implants for a more natural shape. Teardrop breast implants can look very nice but are more difficult to place surgically.For more information on choosing breast implant cc for cup size please read the following link:
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