I'm 31yr, 5'8", 120lbs. I want perkier, rounder, fuller breasts (32B/C to 32D), with nipples pointing forward (or slightly up), centered and less puffy. I've been advised to get a Benelli/donut lift plus 250-275cc round moderate plus profile silicone implants, inserted via the IMF (dual-plane). See my photos for measurements, inspiration, and dislikes. Can my goals be met without a lift? Would you recommend one for me? If so, I'd also want to reduce my areola size.
Answer: Our Implant Approach If you are getting breast augmentation with breast implants, the implant will be placed behind the chest muscle in most cases. There are a few exceptions where the breast implant is placed over the chest muscle due to the activity level you may enjoy. At NorCal Plastic Surgery, we use gummy bear implants, which are smooth, round implants that will enhance the appearance of your natural breast, safely. They are among the safest and most commonly used implants for breast augmentation. There are also a few options for placement of the incision, such as under the armpit, along the border of the areola, and under the breast. During your initial consultation, we will determine implant placement and incision type. Breast augmentation can also be achieved with breast fat grafting, which uses liposuction to collect the fat and then small cannulae to graft the fat into the breasts. Many women also combine breast augmentation with a breast lift, which can help improve breast sagging.
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Answer: Our Implant Approach If you are getting breast augmentation with breast implants, the implant will be placed behind the chest muscle in most cases. There are a few exceptions where the breast implant is placed over the chest muscle due to the activity level you may enjoy. At NorCal Plastic Surgery, we use gummy bear implants, which are smooth, round implants that will enhance the appearance of your natural breast, safely. They are among the safest and most commonly used implants for breast augmentation. There are also a few options for placement of the incision, such as under the armpit, along the border of the areola, and under the breast. During your initial consultation, we will determine implant placement and incision type. Breast augmentation can also be achieved with breast fat grafting, which uses liposuction to collect the fat and then small cannulae to graft the fat into the breasts. Many women also combine breast augmentation with a breast lift, which can help improve breast sagging.
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September 19, 2024
Answer: May be able to avoid lift You have a very mild tuberous breast--in my practice, I usually treat these with a breast augmentation (dual plane or subfascial, with a few other steps to help round out the breast), and avoiding a lift unless necessary. The nipples often become less puffy as a result of breast augmentation alone, but after the augmentation if you still would like less puffy nipples, I typically do the donut/Benelli lift in a second stage. Combining the augmentation and lift I typically reserve for more pronounced tuberous breasts.
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September 19, 2024
Answer: May be able to avoid lift You have a very mild tuberous breast--in my practice, I usually treat these with a breast augmentation (dual plane or subfascial, with a few other steps to help round out the breast), and avoiding a lift unless necessary. The nipples often become less puffy as a result of breast augmentation alone, but after the augmentation if you still would like less puffy nipples, I typically do the donut/Benelli lift in a second stage. Combining the augmentation and lift I typically reserve for more pronounced tuberous breasts.
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September 18, 2024
Answer: Breasts You need a lift, but cold do the Benelli lift with the incision around the areolae. I would also place the implants behind the muscle for coverage and better upper breast fullness.
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September 18, 2024
Answer: Breasts You need a lift, but cold do the Benelli lift with the incision around the areolae. I would also place the implants behind the muscle for coverage and better upper breast fullness.
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August 27, 2024
Answer: Desired results Based on the photos and description of your goals you will have the best result from implants and some degree of a lift. The areola size can be addressed with the lift. You also have some asymmetry that would be improved. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation to learn more.
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August 27, 2024
Answer: Desired results Based on the photos and description of your goals you will have the best result from implants and some degree of a lift. The areola size can be addressed with the lift. You also have some asymmetry that would be improved. See a board certified plastic surgeon near you for a consultation to learn more.
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August 26, 2024
Answer: BA or lift Dear LadyNYC4911, determining whether you need simply a breast augmentation versus a breast lift can be somewhat complicated. It depends on a number of factors including skin laxity and current nipple position. Generally speaking, if the nipples are lower than the inframammary line the patient will most likely need a breast lift. If the nipples are at or above the inframammary line we can generally get by with just a breast augmentation depending on the size of the implant the patient wants. I often still using implant when I perform a breast lift because it provides more upper breast fullness after the lift. To be sure a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help determine what the patient actually needs. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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August 26, 2024
Answer: BA or lift Dear LadyNYC4911, determining whether you need simply a breast augmentation versus a breast lift can be somewhat complicated. It depends on a number of factors including skin laxity and current nipple position. Generally speaking, if the nipples are lower than the inframammary line the patient will most likely need a breast lift. If the nipples are at or above the inframammary line we can generally get by with just a breast augmentation depending on the size of the implant the patient wants. I often still using implant when I perform a breast lift because it provides more upper breast fullness after the lift. To be sure a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help determine what the patient actually needs. Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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