I went to my 1st consultation at the beginning of this week. The PS said he wants to do a silicone (memory gel) implant above the muscle. He stated I did not need a lift. He said he would do 325cc to 375cc and that they will be pretty big. After looking at other pictures it doesn't seem like that would give me a large C or small D.
February 22, 2013
Answer: I am concerned you will not be happy with a breast augmentation alone.
I am concerned that an augmentation without a lift might may end up with a very unsatisfactory result for you. I think you will do much better with breast augmentation/lifting surgery.
As you may know, one of the downsides associated with breast lifting surgery is the necessity of additional incisions/scars. For some patients the necessity of additional scars is unacceptable and for these patients it is better to avoid breast surgery altogether.
On the other hand, many patients accept the scars associated with breast augmentation/breast lifting surgery as long as they are happy with the improvement in contour, size, and symmetry. This acceptance of the scars is the essential compromise associated with many of the procedures we do in the field of plastic surgery.
In regards to achieving your breast size goals it will be important for you to have thorough 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..
It sounds like you may benefit from additional consultations with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients in your situation.
Best regards,
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February 22, 2013
Answer: I am concerned you will not be happy with a breast augmentation alone.
I am concerned that an augmentation without a lift might may end up with a very unsatisfactory result for you. I think you will do much better with breast augmentation/lifting surgery.
As you may know, one of the downsides associated with breast lifting surgery is the necessity of additional incisions/scars. For some patients the necessity of additional scars is unacceptable and for these patients it is better to avoid breast surgery altogether.
On the other hand, many patients accept the scars associated with breast augmentation/breast lifting surgery as long as they are happy with the improvement in contour, size, and symmetry. This acceptance of the scars is the essential compromise associated with many of the procedures we do in the field of plastic surgery.
In regards to achieving your breast size goals it will be important for you to have thorough 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..
It sounds like you may benefit from additional consultations with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons who can demonstrate significant experience helping patients in your situation.
Best regards,
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February 22, 2013
Answer: Breast augmentation
If you get 375cc implants you will be at least a full C to small D. I would guess you will be a medium D cup, but this is just a guess. You might want to consider a lift and smaller implant, but you need to discuss it with your surgeon.
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February 22, 2013
Answer: Breast augmentation
If you get 375cc implants you will be at least a full C to small D. I would guess you will be a medium D cup, but this is just a guess. You might want to consider a lift and smaller implant, but you need to discuss it with your surgeon.
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