"Moderate Classic" Vs "Moderate Plus"?

Question

I had a consult yesterday with a PS, who recommended I go with a 275cc moderate plus implant. I am looking for something with less profile, so I asked if he would do moderate and he said it would look like a pancake... is this true??? I called today to double check and he said he would do it if I want but only with 250cc...Bummer, I loved the width of the 275. Will the moderate really look like a pancake? lol! I am 5'7, 110lbs, 32A. Thanks!

James E. Murphy, MD, FACS · Answer

Good Morning, and thank you for your question. "Pancake" is not the first word that comes to mind in regards to a Moderate Profile implant. It really all comes down to what look you desire. With the Moderate Profile the base or diameter of the implant is wider. This will give you a rounder look with about a 1 and a 1/2 centimeter less projection that the Moderate Plus Profile Implant. In my opinion, the rounder look with a bit less projection is a more desirable look. However, with that being said, it all comes down to you and what result will bring you the most satisfaction!

	 

	James E. Murphy M.D

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Moderate profile implants (the lowest of 3 profiles) were the only implants available for decades and they were fine.  Higher profile implants (more volume with less increase in diameter) were introduced for aesthetic options.  They are selected based on the patient's anatomy and expectations.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	With all due respect, even pancakes come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Therefore, using a description of a food or fruit item is not really helpful when discussing patient's goals and/or potential surgical outcomes. 

	If I were seeing you in consultation, I would ask that you clarify what you mean by  achieving a  result with “less profile”. My concern is that terms such as these may mean different things to different people. Therefore, I would ask that you bring in “goal pictures” of what you would like to achieve. It is also helpful to view pictures of breasts that you feel are too small or too big… Viewing goal pictures without clothing are most helpful.

	I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or "huge and fake” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.  Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup  size may also be inaccurate. 
	After direct examination and a full communication of  your goals, it is likely that your plastic surgeon will be able to provide you with some guidelines as to what size/profile/ type of breast implants  will most likely help achieve your goals.
	Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly,   I suggest that you allow your plastic surgeon to use his/her years of experience/judgment to choose the breast implant size/profile that will best meet your goals.  In my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery.
	 I hope this helps.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

The moderate implants are definitely lower projecting than the moderate plus, it really depends upon the fit and goals.

Talmage J. Raine, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Everybody's approach is different but we concentrate on diameter , and not volume, as the begining and defining measurement to get the most natural look.  At 5'7" I would venture to say that your diameter is more like 14 cm.  At that measured diameter I would put your volume closer to 350 cc+ without looking over done or too obvious.  The most common complaint after breast augmentation is a regret to have gone a little bigger.

	Talmage Raine MD FACS

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