Teardrop vs round implants? (Photo)

Please be aware that my comments
here are general and can’t be taken as specific medical advice. Thanks for your
questions. With respect to implant shape, you may find that you get better
results with round implants since you mentioned a lack of volume at the top of
your breasts. If you have your heart set on anatomic implants, remember that they
have textured shells that keep them from rotating within the breast pocket,
even in active patients like yourself. As far as the type of lift, as other
surgeons have pointed out, your photos suggest that you'd be well-served by a
breast lift with an anchor incision (rather than circumareolar). A
circumareolar lift is intended for patients with a minimal amount of breast
ptosis. If you go this route, you may notice that your breasts sag even more
than they previously did because of the extra weight added by the implants. Best
of luck with your decision.

In my opinion- you need an anchor lift in order to achieve your best looking breasts. Your nipple point downward and a circus-areola lift will give you a very limited repositioning. I favor a limited implant size when performing a lift and implant at the same time.

The best advice about your specific procedure will come
from a board-certified plastic surgeon who has the opportunity to physically
examine you and listen to your cosmetic goals. Having said that, I agree with
the other surgeons who recommend getting a breast lift that provides more
support than what can be achieved with only a circumareolar lift. Round
implants will sit slightly higher than shaped implants, providing more upper
fullness while still looking natural. Best of luck.

Anatomy and the size of your breast "footprint" or dimensions of your chest can help pick an implant, angel9691. The thickness of the overlying breast is also an important factor in implant selection. So even a little difference can mean a big change. Different implants have different projection and this varies by manufacturer. Picking the right implant for you depends on a number of factors and talking about this in consultation is the best way to go and sometimes requires changing the shape of the breast with a mastopexy too especially if you have had implants before. Good luck, MMT

HelloThank you for the question. Based on your question and photos, I would recommend round implants with a full anchor type lift. A full lift will reshape the entire breast. Circumareolae type lifts ( binelli) are not the best option in your case. You have enought ptosis ( sag ) that a full lift is required. There is a lot of confusion about this question and many patients who seek minimal scars are often given this option. However, the final results tend to be poor with wide spread nipples and minimal lifting. Best to you.