Projection and width for breast implants?

The higher profile implants have narrower base diameter with more projection to accommodate larger sizes in smaller frames.Your measurements and goals need to be discussed with your plastic surgeon. Vectra 3D imaging can also be helpful in our consultations.

Thank you for the question.  There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to diameter of breast implant versus diameter of breast (band width); in other words, you will find there is no "ideal"  projection for breast implants etc.  These measurements are useful but are only one of the many factors come into play when it comes to selection of appropriate breast implant size/profile.





Ultimately, careful communication of your goals (in my practice I prefer the use of goal pictures, direct examination/communication in front of a full-length mirror, in bra sizers, and computer imaging) as well as careful measurements (dimensional planning) will be critical.



Generally speaking, the best online advice I can give to ladies who are considering revisionary breast augmentation surgery (regarding breast implant size/profile selection) is:



1. Concentrate on choosing your plastic surgeon carefully. Concentrate on appropriate training, certification, and the ability of the plastic surgeon to achieve the results you are looking for. Ask to see lots of examples of his/her work.



2. Have a full discussion and communication regarding your desired goals with your plastic surgeon. This communication will be critical in determining breast implant size/type/profile will most likely help achieve your goals. 



In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. For example, I have found that the use of know words such as “natural” or "C or D cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.



Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on him who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. Again, the use of computer imaging has been very helpful during the communication process, in our practice.



3. Once you feel you have communicated your goals clearly, 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. Again, in my practice, this decision is usually made during surgery, after the use of temporary intraoperative sizers.



I hope this (and the attached link/video, dedicated to revisionary breast augmentation surgery concerns) helps. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be very pleased with.